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Aptiv PLC

Principal Radar Software Engineer

Agoura Hills, CA · On-site

$144K - $193K/yr

This role will work closely with our radar algorithm and software integration teams to implement, test, and deploy radar signal processing algorithms for new automotive radar designs. The Agoura ...

Aptiv

Principal Radar Software Engineer

Agoura Hills, CA · On-site

$144K - $193K/yr

This role will work closely with our radar algorithm and software integration teams to implement, test, and deploy radar signal processing algorithms for new automotive radar designs. The Agoura ...

Aptiv PLC

Principal Radar Software Engineer

Agoura Hills, CA · On-site

$144K - $193K/yr

This role will work closely with our radar algorithm and software integration teams to implement, test, and deploy radar signal processing algorithms for new automotive radar designs. The Agoura ...

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How much do automotive radar signal processing jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for automotive radar signal processing in the United States is $131,250.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $125,000.00 and $142,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is automotive radar signal processing?

Automotive radar signal processing refers to the methods and algorithms used to interpret and analyze the signals received by radar sensors in vehicles. These processes extract meaningful information, such as the distance, speed, and direction of objects around the car, to assist with features like adaptive cruise control, collision avoidance, and autonomous driving. Signal processing involves filtering noise, detecting targets, and tracking objects, ensuring accurate and reliable data for the vehicle's safety systems. Advanced techniques continue to improve the resolution and performance of radar systems in modern vehicles.

How does an automotive radar signal processing engineer collaborate with cross-functional teams during the development of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS)?

Automotive Radar Signal Processing engineers frequently work alongside hardware engineers, software developers, and system architects to integrate radar-based features into ADAS. Their role involves interpreting radar data, developing algorithms, and ensuring the seamless fusion of sensor inputs with other systems like cameras and lidar. Regular team meetings, code reviews, and simulation testing are common, requiring strong communication skills and adaptability. Close collaboration helps identify integration challenges early, resulting in more robust and reliable safety features.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in automotive radar signal processing, and why are they important?

To thrive in Automotive Radar Signal Processing, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, signal processing, and applied mathematics, often supported by a relevant degree such as EE or Computer Engineering. Proficiency with tools like MATLAB, Simulink, Python, and experience with radar hardware and embedded systems is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are vital to ensure accurate radar data interpretation, robust system performance, and successful integration within automotive safety technologies.

What is the difference between Automotive Radar Signal Processing vs Automotive Radar Design Engineer?

AspectAutomotive Radar Signal ProcessingAutomotive Radar Design Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Signal Processing, or related fieldsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related fields
Work EnvironmentSoftware development, algorithm implementation, testing in labs or on vehiclesHardware design, circuit development, prototyping in labs or manufacturing settings
Industry UsageDevelops algorithms for radar data interpretation and object detection
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in radar data processing

Automotive Radar Signal Processing focuses on developing algorithms to interpret radar signals, while Automotive Radar Design Engineers work on creating the hardware components. Both roles are essential in automotive radar systems but differ in their focus areas—software versus hardware development.

Infographic showing various Automotive Radar Signal Processing job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $131,250 per year, or $63.1 per hour.

Principal Radar Software Engineer

Agoura Hills, CA • On-site

Aptiv PLC
Non-Profits • 201 - 500 employees
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$144K - $193K/yr

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Summary

Aptiv is a global leader in automotive radar with millions of radars shipped to OEM customers around the world. Countless vehicles on the road today are safer due to Aptiv’s cutting-edge automotive radar technology.

The Principal Radar Software Engineer position is located in our Agoura Hills, CA Tech Center. This role will work closely with our radar algorithm and software integration teams to implement, test, and deploy radar signal processing algorithms for new automotive radar designs. The Agoura Hills team is part of the Advanced radar group within the Global Product Organization (GPO).

Responsibilities
  • Create, deploy and maintain radar signal-processing software and tools.
  • Support local and global radar teams in the deployment of radar algorithms in prototype systems
  • Manage and develop DevOps tools for current and new projects
  • Manage and implement Matlab-based radar signal-processing tools for internal customers
  • Manage and organize data provided by internal teams and external customers
  • Design rapid-prototyping systems that include real-time radar algorithms, logging and visualization
  • Work with vendors to test radar logging systems and troubleshoot issues
  • Write scripts and tools for offline data analysis, algorithm validation, and regression testing
  • Maintain Hardware-in-the-Loop and Software-in-the-Loop toolchains
  • Take ownership of software libraries and tools used by global Aptiv teams
  • Support internal and external customers, world-wide
  • Provide technical leadership in the implementation of world-class software and systems to support automotive radar development
Must Haves (Basic Qualifications)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering
  • 10+ years of hands on experience in / knowledge of:
    • Embedded software development
    • Parallel processing and multi-threading
    • Implementation of prototype radar signal-processing software in Matlab and c++
    • Working closely with radar algorithm developers
    • Radar signal processing fundamentals
    • Optimization of radar signal processing algorithms and use of DSPs or other accelerators
    • Logging and parsing of low-level ADC data
    • Troubleshooting offline and online/real-time implementations of the radar signal-processing pipeline
    • Integration of radar signal-processing modules into a larger perception stack
    • Implementation of the visualization of radar sensor data and other sensor data (lidars, cameras)
    • The use of revision control and best practices (git, svn, etc)
Nice to Haves (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Experience with ROS
  • CUDA experience
  • Knowledge of automotive CAN and Ethernet communication protocols
  • Experience with Azure, AWS or other cloud tools
  • Experience with Python
Aptiv Rewards and Advantages
  • Competitive compensation with bonus potential
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Recognition for innovation and excellence
  • Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world
  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Parental leave, etc.)

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