157 lidar jobs at 83 companies in California

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Senior / Staff Lidar Engineer
Foster City, California, United States
$217k-$300k/yr HybridFull Time
Zoox
ZooxNASDAQ: AMZN: Developing autonomous robotaxis for urban ride-hailing services.
7+ YOE7+ years working with lidar, degree in Physics/EE/Optics, ability to write traceable requirements, test and validate lidar systems, strong documentation and quantitative skills.
LiDAR, Unix/Linux, C++, Python, Git/GitHub, MATLAB
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Survey LiDAR Drafter
Palm Desert, California, United States
$32-$40/hr OnsiteFull Time
NV5
NV5NASDAQ: NVEE: Technical engineering and consulting for infrastructure and energy projects.
Associate degree or technical certification in surveying/geomatics, proficiency with AutoCAD and GIS, valid CA driver license, strong math and attention to detail, familiarity with surveying standards.
AutoCAD, GIS
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LiDAR Characterization & Perception Data Engineer - Mountain View, CA
Mountain View, California, United States
$155k-$210k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Aeva
AevaNYSE: AEVA: Develops 4D LiDAR sensing technology for autonomous vehicles and robotics.
3+ YOE3+ years industry experience with production Python and C++, hands-on LiDAR/camera/GPS calibration and troubleshooting, experience building data pipelines and validating labels, strong communication skills; Bachelor's in CS/EE/Optics or equivalent.
Python, C++, ROS
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Senior Hardware Engineer, Lidar
Pittsburgh or Palo Alto or Dearborn
$192k-$288k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Latitude AI
Latitude AI: Developing automated driving technology for next-generation Ford vehicles.
8+ YOE8+ years automotive sensing experience (radar or lidar), bachelor's in related field, strong Python (NumPy,pandas,Jupyter), sensor data analysis, supplier engagement, and technical leadership.
Python, NumPy, pandas, Jupyter, Wireshark, PCAP, CANoe, CANalyzer, ROS, rosbag, CAN, CAN FD, automotive Ethernet
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Robotics Engineer (Perception)
Philadelphia or New York City or San Francisco
$160k-$210k/yr HybridFull Time
Treeswift
Treeswift: Provides AI-augmented vegetation management and asset monitoring for utilities.
5+ YOE5+ years perception for robotics experience; proficient in C++ and Python; SLAM, LiDAR, sensor fusion, and calibration experience; strong communication and critical thinking.
LiDAR, C++, Python, SLAM, point cloud, camera
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Mapping Algorithm Design Engineer
San Jose, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
PolyExplore
PolyExplore: Develops high-precision mobile mapping and navigation technology.
MS in mechanical engineering (or related), experience designing LiDAR/SLAM and sensor calibration algorithms, performing surveys, and developing software tools; strong documentation skills.
LiDAR, SLAM
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Senior Software Engineer, Perception Future Sensing Platforms
Mountain View or San Francisco
$213k-$263k/yr HybridFull Time
Waymo
Waymo: Autonomous driving technology for ride-hailing and logistics.
BS in CS/Robotics or equivalent experience, strong C++ and software architecture skills, experience with sensor data processing (Lidar, camera, Radar) and ML-based system integration and evaluation.
C++, Lidar, Camera, Radar
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Mapping Solution Engineer
Irvine, California, United States
$120k-$170k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Field AI
Field AI: Develops autonomous software brains for robots in unstructured environments.
2+ YOEMaster's or equivalent experience, 2+ years in robotics software, 3D mapping or systems integration; strong C++/Python skills, experience with point clouds, LiDAR, ROS, and field deployments.
C++, Python, ICP, NDT, PCL, Open3D, LiDAR, PCD, PLY, E57, LAS, ROS, Git, Linux, Ubuntu, CloudCompare, Leica Cyclone, Faro Scene, Trimble RealWorks, Jira, Wrike, Confluence
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Robotics Engineer (Hardware+ROS2)
Santa Clara, California, United States
HybridPart Time
Aerobotics7
Aerobotics7: Autonomous drone platforms for landmine and explosive threat detection.
Hands-on ROS2 experience, LiDAR-inertial odometry/SLAM, sensor calibration and integration, embedded Linux and single-board compute (Jetson), hardware wiring and debugging, able to work in-person in Santa Clara.
ROS2, FAST-LIO2, LIO-SAM, tf, Jetson, embedded Linux, LiDAR, Stereo Cam, IMU, multimeter, scope
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Sensor Hardware Engineer
Mountain View, California, United States
$165k-$220k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Kodiak Robotics
Kodiak RoboticsNASDAQ: KDK: Develops autonomous driving technology for commercial trucking and defense.
5+ YOEBS/MS or equivalent experience in physics/engineering, 5+ years in automotive/aerospace, experience with LiDAR/radar/camera/ultrasonics, sensor integration, supplier management, data analysis, and field testing (<15% travel).
LiDAR, Radar, Camera, Ultrasonics, Endorsed
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Lead Police Officer
Fort Rucker or Fort Huachuca or Monterey or Fort Benning or Fort Gillem or Fort Gordon or Fort Leavenworth
$56k-$91k/yr OnsiteFull Time
U.S. Department of the Army
U.S. Department of the Army: Defends the United States through land-based military operations.
1+ YOERequires 1 year specialized law enforcement experience (responding to calls, search/arrest, traffic patrol with radar/Lidar/breathalyzer, using computer incident-reporting systems); must be U.S. citizen and hold Secret clearance.
radar, Lidar, breathalyzer
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Perception
Santa Clara, California, United States
$150k-$250k/yr HybridFull Time
PlusAI
PlusAI: AI-based virtual driver software for factory-built autonomous trucks.
3+ YOEMaster's plus 3 years of industry experience or a Ph.D. in a related field; Python, deep learning, PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX; LiDAR-based 3D perception, BEV models, sensor fusion, computer vision, and 3D geometry.
Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX, LiDAR, radar, camera, GPU
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Spring '27 Intern - Electrical Engineering
San Francisco, California, United States
OnsiteMultiple Commitments Available
Moss
Moss: Builds robots to scan trees for automated farm inventory.
Experience with PCB and power-system design, high-speed/mixed-signal interfaces, firmware in C/C++, sensor and autonomy hardware integration (LiDAR, cameras, GPS, IMU), manufacturing/DFM experience, and strong real-world projects.
PCB, LiDAR, GPS, IMU, Jetson, C, C++, USB, Ethernet, MIPI/CSI, CAN, UART, SPI, I2C, DFM, microcontrollers
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New Grads 2027 - Software Engineer - Perception/Computer Vision
San Jose, California, United States
$120k-$165k/yr OnsiteFull Time
WeRide
WeRideNasdaq Global Select Market: WRD: Develops and operates autonomous driving vehicles and technology.
Currently pursuing computer science, robotics, or related studies; graduating December 2026–June 2027. Requires C++ or Python, machine learning, robotics, computer vision, data mining, or LiDAR experience, plus algorithms and 3D geometry knowledge.
C++, Python, LiDAR, Large Language Models (LLM), Vision Language Models (VLM), Computer Vision
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Principal Survey Analyst
Riverside, California, United States
$45-$59/hr OnsiteFull Time
Rick Engineering
Rick Engineering: Provides professional civil engineering, surveying, and urban planning services.
6+ YOEBA/BS in GIS or BS in Land Surveying plus 6+ years (or 10+ years equivalent) experience; CA PLS or ability to obtain within one year; proficiency with AutoCAD/Civil 3D, GIS, LiDAR, UAV/UAS, and survey document processing.
GPS, Robotic total stations, UAV/UAS, 3D laser scanners, LiDAR, photogrammetry, 360° cameras, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Shapefiles, Esri File Geodatabase, GIS
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Staff Electrical Engineer (Sensors & Imaging Systems)
Palo Alto, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Rhoda AI
Rhoda AI: Developing generalist robotic intelligence for real-world industrial automation.
10+ YOE10+ years in sensor/electrical subsystems; 15+ years for principal; strong imaging, camera, ToF, LiDAR, radar, thermal expertise; leadership in technical direction.
MIPI CSI-2, D-PHY, C-PHY, Analog design, Digital design, PCB layout, Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, EMI/EMC testing, Voltage/Current measurement equipment
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Senior Bathymetric Surveyor
Folsom or Pleasanton or Oakland or Palo Alto
$120k-$165k/yr FieldFull Time
R.E.Y. Engineers
R.E.Y. Engineers: Civil engineering, land surveying, and geospatial solutions provider.
10+ YOEBachelor's in geomatics/survey engineering (or equivalent),10+ years surveying/hydrography experience, project leadership, LiDAR and GNSS expertise, strong communication and problem-solving skills.
RIEGL VMY-2, RIEGL RiPROCESS, TopoDOT, Trimble Business Center, Civil 3D, MicroStation, HYPACK, Applanix POSPac, LadybugCapPro, GNSS
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State Estimation and Navigation Engineer
San Jose, California, United States
$140k-$260k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Archer
ArcherNYSE: ACHR: Develops electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for urban mobility.
Background in GN&C or robotics, strong C++ and Python skills, experience with VIO/SLAM and EKF or factor-graph sensor fusion, and sensor integration for IMU/camera/lidar.
C++, Python, PX4, ArduPilot
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Staff Machine Learning Engineer
San Francisco, California, United States
$273k-$345k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Atoms
Atoms: Building robotics and software to automate physical world industries.
10+ YOE10+ years MLE experience, expertise with transformers and multimodal systems, sensor fusion (camera/LiDAR/radar), PyTorch or JAX, Python and C++, and model optimization for edge deployment.
PyTorch, JAX, Python, C++, TensorRT, CUDA, Transformers, Birds-Eye-View (BEV)
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Lead Optical Product Engineer
Fremont, California, United States
$106k-$172k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Coherent
CoherentNYSE: COHR: Manufactures lasers, engineered materials, and optical networking components.
3+ YOEMS or PhD in optics/optical engineering; 3+ years in design, simulation, testing of optical systems; fiber optics, Si-Photonics, LiDAR experience; on-site in Fremont, CA.
OptiStudio, Code-V