Cepton
CEPTON (A Koito Group Company, Automotive Tier1) , a leading intelligent lidar solution provider, is seeking a seasoned
R&D Sensor System Algo Scientist
who is passionate about solving challenges related to advanced sensor technology to join us. Working as part of our brilliant
R&D HW & system teams
and closely interfacing with our professional and highly capable SW development team, you will work in a dynamic, cross-functional, collaborative work environment for the advanced LiDAR product driven by the robust embedded system for automotive and non-automotive customers. Here at CEPTON, we use technology to make some difficult problems become easy and some impossible tasks become feasible. We value one\'s ability to learn higher than the knowledge one has acquired in the past. We enjoy solving hard problems together. As we are at the cutting edge of technological advancement, join us if you are willing to work with like-minded people to face the challenges posed by the new era of technology, together with opportunities to work with strong industry leaders in the fields of automotive OEM, ADAS, and Imaging based AI application. What You Will Do
Collaborate with the R&D Systems team to design, integrate, and validate high-speed embedded platforms spanning commercial CPUs, FPGAs, MCUs, and Cepton ASIC chipsets. Prototype LiDAR-enabling algorithms in Python, build reference datasets/tools, and port/optimize implementations in C/C++ for embedded targets. Develop and maintain C-level firmware, device drivers, and board-support code (e.g., SPI/I2C/UART, Ethernet/PCIe, DMA, timers/interrupts) for real-time operation on heterogeneous SoC/FPGA systems. Define and implement hardware/software interfaces; support module-level bring-up, and perform system-level co-simulation and integration with algorithm models. Deliver production-quality embedded C/C++ (and Rust where appropriate) from prototype through pre-production, including code reviews, unit/integration tests, and CI. Diagnose and resolve issues across algorithm / firmware / software / hardware boundaries; drive root-cause analysis, fixes, and regressions. Analyze and quantify end-to-end system performance and margins (e.g., latency, cycle time, compute/memory bandwidth, power) and implement targeted optimizations. Create Python tooling for automation, data capture/analysis, and testbenches to accelerate development and verification Who You Are
PhD/Postdoc in CE/EE/CS/Physics, or MS + 5 years (or BS + 8 years) in embedded systems development. Strong proficiency in C for embedded systems (bare-metal or RTOS): drivers, BSP, interrupts/ISRs, timers, DMA, memory-mapped I/O. Working knowledge of Python for algorithm prototyping, data/fixture tooling, and test automation; ability to translate Python reference code into efficient C implementations. Solid grasp of real-time/concurrency concepts: interrupt-driven design, multi-threading (RTOS), memory management (static allocation, ring buffers), latency/jitter budgeting. Experience with ARM-based MCUs/SoCs and heterogeneous SoC/FPGA systems; comfortable reading schematics and working with HW teams. Hands-on with common interfaces: SPI, I2C, UART, CAN (nice), Ethernet/PCIe, GPIO; familiarity with boot/bring-up flows (bootloaders, secure boot basics). Strong debugging skills with JTAG/SWD, gdb, logic analyzer/oscilloscope; methodical root-cause analysis across HW/FW/SW boundaries. Good engineering hygiene: version control (Git), unit/integration testing, and build systems (e.g., CMake). Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in C++ (embedded-safe subset) or Rust for selected components; comfort disabling exceptions/RTTI or using no_std where appropriate. Exposure to Linux on ARM (user-space HALs or kernel drivers for PCIe/Ethernet/DMA). Collaboration with FPGA teams: AXI/AXI-Lite register interfaces, timing/throughput considerations; Xilinx/AMD toolchains (Vivado, IP Integrator) a plus. Background in signal processing / LiDAR algorithms (fixed-point, SIMD/NEON, profiling / optimization). Familiarity with electrical design fundamentals for embedded devices (power, clocks, signal integrity) and bench validation. What We Will Offer
Opportunities to work with strong industry leaders and opportunities to relocate to Silicon Valley. Competitive compensation package. Comprehensive employee benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and more. Paid time off and paid holidays Bonus Program eligibility. 401k, FSA and/or HSA. Location
Some local on-site visits to key customers. Travel to regional customer sites and support trade shows and conferences, if needed. Cepton is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range for this role is
$160,000 to $220,000.
Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans. Cepton Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. About Cepton, Inc.
Cepton, Inc. provides state-of-the-art, intelligent, lidar-based solutions for a range of markets such as automotive (ADAS/AV), smart cities, smart spaces and smart industrial applications. Cepton’s patented MMT-based lidar technology enables reliable, scalable and cost-effective solutions that deliver long range, high resolution 3D perception for smart applications.
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R&D Sensor System Algo Scientist
who is passionate about solving challenges related to advanced sensor technology to join us. Working as part of our brilliant
R&D HW & system teams
and closely interfacing with our professional and highly capable SW development team, you will work in a dynamic, cross-functional, collaborative work environment for the advanced LiDAR product driven by the robust embedded system for automotive and non-automotive customers. Here at CEPTON, we use technology to make some difficult problems become easy and some impossible tasks become feasible. We value one\'s ability to learn higher than the knowledge one has acquired in the past. We enjoy solving hard problems together. As we are at the cutting edge of technological advancement, join us if you are willing to work with like-minded people to face the challenges posed by the new era of technology, together with opportunities to work with strong industry leaders in the fields of automotive OEM, ADAS, and Imaging based AI application. What You Will Do
Collaborate with the R&D Systems team to design, integrate, and validate high-speed embedded platforms spanning commercial CPUs, FPGAs, MCUs, and Cepton ASIC chipsets. Prototype LiDAR-enabling algorithms in Python, build reference datasets/tools, and port/optimize implementations in C/C++ for embedded targets. Develop and maintain C-level firmware, device drivers, and board-support code (e.g., SPI/I2C/UART, Ethernet/PCIe, DMA, timers/interrupts) for real-time operation on heterogeneous SoC/FPGA systems. Define and implement hardware/software interfaces; support module-level bring-up, and perform system-level co-simulation and integration with algorithm models. Deliver production-quality embedded C/C++ (and Rust where appropriate) from prototype through pre-production, including code reviews, unit/integration tests, and CI. Diagnose and resolve issues across algorithm / firmware / software / hardware boundaries; drive root-cause analysis, fixes, and regressions. Analyze and quantify end-to-end system performance and margins (e.g., latency, cycle time, compute/memory bandwidth, power) and implement targeted optimizations. Create Python tooling for automation, data capture/analysis, and testbenches to accelerate development and verification Who You Are
PhD/Postdoc in CE/EE/CS/Physics, or MS + 5 years (or BS + 8 years) in embedded systems development. Strong proficiency in C for embedded systems (bare-metal or RTOS): drivers, BSP, interrupts/ISRs, timers, DMA, memory-mapped I/O. Working knowledge of Python for algorithm prototyping, data/fixture tooling, and test automation; ability to translate Python reference code into efficient C implementations. Solid grasp of real-time/concurrency concepts: interrupt-driven design, multi-threading (RTOS), memory management (static allocation, ring buffers), latency/jitter budgeting. Experience with ARM-based MCUs/SoCs and heterogeneous SoC/FPGA systems; comfortable reading schematics and working with HW teams. Hands-on with common interfaces: SPI, I2C, UART, CAN (nice), Ethernet/PCIe, GPIO; familiarity with boot/bring-up flows (bootloaders, secure boot basics). Strong debugging skills with JTAG/SWD, gdb, logic analyzer/oscilloscope; methodical root-cause analysis across HW/FW/SW boundaries. Good engineering hygiene: version control (Git), unit/integration testing, and build systems (e.g., CMake). Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in C++ (embedded-safe subset) or Rust for selected components; comfort disabling exceptions/RTTI or using no_std where appropriate. Exposure to Linux on ARM (user-space HALs or kernel drivers for PCIe/Ethernet/DMA). Collaboration with FPGA teams: AXI/AXI-Lite register interfaces, timing/throughput considerations; Xilinx/AMD toolchains (Vivado, IP Integrator) a plus. Background in signal processing / LiDAR algorithms (fixed-point, SIMD/NEON, profiling / optimization). Familiarity with electrical design fundamentals for embedded devices (power, clocks, signal integrity) and bench validation. What We Will Offer
Opportunities to work with strong industry leaders and opportunities to relocate to Silicon Valley. Competitive compensation package. Comprehensive employee benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and more. Paid time off and paid holidays Bonus Program eligibility. 401k, FSA and/or HSA. Location
Some local on-site visits to key customers. Travel to regional customer sites and support trade shows and conferences, if needed. Cepton is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range for this role is
$160,000 to $220,000.
Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans. Cepton Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. About Cepton, Inc.
Cepton, Inc. provides state-of-the-art, intelligent, lidar-based solutions for a range of markets such as automotive (ADAS/AV), smart cities, smart spaces and smart industrial applications. Cepton’s patented MMT-based lidar technology enables reliable, scalable and cost-effective solutions that deliver long range, high resolution 3D perception for smart applications.
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