GNSS R&D Engineer (m/f/d)

Trimble is a globally recognized technology company that specializes in providing advanced solutions for positioning, mapping, and navigation. With a rich history spanning over four decades, Trimble has become a pioneer in the field of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technology. By leveraging precise satellite positioning and advanced data integration, Trimble empowers industries across the globe with accurate, reliable, and efficient positioning solutions.

Join Trimble as a GNSS R&D Engineer and be at the forefront of cutting-edge positioning technology. Develop and implement algorithms for our RTX rover solutions, collaborating with leading experts and showcasing your passion for GNSS positioning, problem solving, and data analysis. Based in Trimble's GNSS center of excellence in Höhenkirchen near Munich, this role offers an inspiring environment to excel. Make your mark in a global leader that values innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. 

Key Responsibilities:

Research and develop robust and reliable positioning solutions for a variety of applications using high-precision GNSS.

Lead technical problem-solving efforts, ensuring progress with minimal supervision and delivering high-quality solutions.

Take ownership of algorithm development and implementation in C++, focusing on Kalman filters and other estimation techniques.

Debug and enhance large C++ codebases.

Use Matlab and/or Python for data visualization and analysis..

Perform regression testing on multiple datasets to ensure solution stability and integrity.

Communicate clearly and effectively with stakeholders to understand, analyze, and document various GNSS-related problems.

Mentor and guide team members to ensure project goals are met efficiently.

Work in an international team of leading GNSS and multi-sensor experts, cooperating with people across the world.

Skills & Experience Required:

Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. A PhD with research in precise GNSS positioning is highly desirable.

4+ years of experience in GNSS algorithm development. PhD research will be considered as part of this experience.

Proven expertise in implementing Kalman filters and similar estimation algorithms.

Strong experience in C++ software development, ideally with software that has real-time requirements

Proficiency in Matlab, Python or a comparable language

Ability to work effectively as part of a development team with minimal supervision in a fast-paced development environment with changing priorities.

Strong communication skills and ability to create clear and detailed technical documentation and presentations.

Experience in mentoring is a plus.

We offer:

The thrilling opportunity to join our innovation driven R&D team focused on developing new software positioning products

A happy work culture in an international team of experts with more than 100 colleagues from 30 countries and six continents

Hybrid job profile and  flexible working hours

A long-term, secure position with equitable compensation

Apply now and shape the future of GNSS positioning with Trimble. We are looking forward to your application. Please feel free to apply also if you only meet some of the requirements. 

Trimble is shaping the future of GNSS positioning. Join us! We welcome your application, even if you don't meet every single requirement. If this position excites you, we want to hear from you!