Lead Systems Engineer

CoStar•Sunnyvale, CA

48d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Lead Systems Engineer to lead the development of advanced embedded systems powering our next-generation drones, LiDAR modules, and robotic platforms. In this highly technical role, you will architect real-time mechanical, motorized complete solutions that directly interface with complex sensors, actuators, and compute modules—driving autonomy, control systems and data gathering across our products. This position is in Sunnyvale, CA and is onsite Monday through Friday

Requirements

BS/MS/PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or a related field from an accredited, not-for-profit, in-person college/university.
10+ years of embedded systems experience, ideally in robotics, aerospace, or automotive environments.
Proficiency in C/C++ for microcontrollers and embedded motor control and/or sensor based systems
Experience with control systems (e.g., PID, ESCs, PWM, motor drivers).
Experience with sensors and electronic systems, have designed all parts of a hardware product.
Experience with high precision, durable mechanical systems using automated motion control.
Maker mindset, you have no problem grabbing a tool to just go get that prototype built!
Experienced in first principles engineering and problem solving
Track record of commitment to prior employers

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with ROS/ROS 2, or SLAM systems.
Experience with LiDAR calibration, point cloud data handling, and sensor synchronization.
Python scripting for test automation or debugging.
Experience in application development for iOS and Android

Responsibilities

Sensor & Hardware Integration: Interface with LiDARs, IMUs, GPS, RTK, cameras, and other components via SPI, I2C, CAN, UART, and custom protocols.
Firmware Architecture & Development: Design and implement robust embedded firmware for real-time systems involving motor control and sensor fusion
Hardware Bring-up: Lead board bring-up efforts for new prototypes and production hardware.
Diagnostics & Debugging: Use tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and accelerometers to troubleshoot system-level issues.
System Optimization: Improve performance, power consumption, and reliability for embedded platforms under constrained environments.
Technical Leadership: Mentor junior engineers, set best practices for system development, system testing and technical roadmapping.
Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Work with mechanical, electrical, perception, and AI teams to ensure seamless hardware-software integration.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription Drug
Life, legal, and supplementary insurance
Virtual and in person mental health counseling services for individuals and family
Commuter and parking benefits
401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
On-site fitness center and/or reimbursed fitness center membership costs (location dependent)
Access to CoStar Group’s Culture Employee Resource Groups
Complimentary in office gourmet coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fresh fruit, and other healthy snacks