Software Field Applications Engineer

Aeva, Inc. • Mountain View, CA

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Aeva is seeking a Software Field Applications Engineer to support customer software integration for their 4D LiDAR products. This customer-facing role involves helping partners successfully deploy and use Aeva software interfaces, tools, and example applications. The engineer will work closely with customers on sensor bring-up, software integration, troubleshooting, and developing custom solutions. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on software development, customer interaction, and solving practical integration challenges in robotics, perception, and automotive systems.

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of prior hands-on coding experience in C++ and/or Python.
• Comfortable using AI coding tools effectively to accelerate development, debugging, and prototyping in C++ and Python.
• Experience working in Linux-based development environments.
• Basic networking knowledge, including IP configuration, ports, and common connectivity/debugging workflows.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to customers and internal teams.
• Ability to travel as required within the US and Europe, with no visa restrictions for such travel.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with robotics or autonomous vehicle software frameworks such as ROS/ROS2.
• Experience working with LiDAR, cameras, radar, or related sensing systems.

Responsibilities

• Support customer software integration for Aeva sensors and software interfaces.
• Build lightweight custom software solutions, example code, scripts, and prototypes to accelerate customer adoption.
• Work directly with customers on technical discussions, troubleshooting, issue resolution, and integration planning.
• Contribute to technical documentation, application notes, release notes, and other customer-facing materials.
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams to communicate customer feedback, reproduce issues, and improve product usability.
• Travel within the United States and Europe as needed to support customer engagements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Pre-tax commuter and health care/dependent care accounts
• 401k plan
• Life and disability benefits
• Flexible time off
• Paid parental leave
• 11 paid holidays annually

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level