Optical System Integration Engineer

• A B.S. or M.S. in Optical/Photonics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, or a related engineering field.
• Strong understanding of optical fundamentals, including geometric optics, lenses, imaging, Gaussian beams, diffraction, and basic physical optics.
• Demonstrated hands-on technical aptitude through laboratory coursework, research, internships, engineering projects, or previous employment.
• Comfortable working with physical hardware and performing iterative setup, measurement, alignment, and debugging.
• Experience with or strong interest in: Free-space optical alignment ; Lenses and opto-mechanical components ; Laser alignment and beam collimation ; Photodetectors and optical power measurements ; Optical and electrical laboratory instrumentation ; Optical systems in sensing applications
• Working knowledge of Python, particularly for scientific computing, data analysis, or laboratory automation.
• Ability to analyze experimental data, identify trends or anomalies, and develop hypotheses based on measurement results.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn unfamiliar systems and measurement techniques.
• Ability to communicate technical observations and results clearly.

• Python libraries such as NumPy, SciPy, pandas, and Matplotlib.
• Automated test equipment and instrument communication/control.
• Passive or active integrated photonics testing.
• Basic analog/digital electronics and ability to interpret circuit schematics or system block diagrams.
• Optical simulation or design tools such as Zemax OpticStudio, Code V, or similar software.
• FPGA or SoC-based hardware platforms.

Benefits (subject to location and local regulations)

• Competitive salary and equity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible vacation and time-off policy
• Collaborative, fast-paced, and inclusive work environment
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies with a highly cross-functional team

Lyte builds perception systems for Physical AI operating in complex environments.

The company combines custom silicon, integrated sensors, and software into a unified platform for robotics, mobility, and next-generation automation.

Lyte is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with a global presence.

For more information, visit www.lyte.ai

If you’re excited about building impactful technology in a dynamic, hands-on environment, we’d love to hear from you!

The pay range for this role is:

110000.00 - 170000.00 USD per year (Bay Area, CA)