Topcon Positioning Group is headquartered in Livermore, California, USA (topconpositioning.com). We design, manufacture and distribute productivity tools for developing a brighter future. Whether cultivating the earth or building upon it, Topcon brings innovation in workflow automation and seamless connectivity of data to construction, geopositioning and agriculture industries focused on developing a sustainable tomorrow.
Learn more about working with us at topconcareers.com
Topcon PositioningSystem is looking for a qualified individual to fill the role of a
Lead Software Engineer, Survey and CAD Applications (C++, 3D)
Work location: TOPCON Office located in Concordia sulla Secchia – Modena ( Italy )
The job can be performed 100% remote ( Italy), with occasional visits to our Concordia office
Job Purpose
As part of the company development strategy, we need to grow talent in specific areas needed to continue the development of our software products.
Lead Software Engineer, Survey and CAD Applications, will work on the development of Field software for Windows/Linux/Android/iOS to support wide range of Topcon and 3rd party equipment like GNSS Receivers, Robotic Optical Totals Stations, depth finders, laser range finders.
Development skills and experience in: C++, CAD/BIM/GIS, Computational Geometry, 3D.
Core Job Responsibilities:
- Works with the project manager, team leader, and software team to plan and manage delivery schedules
- Acts as the single point of contact for all issues related to a particular software module development, high-level design, and delivery, and as such, works with all other engineering disciplines.
- Evaluates and schedules all changes in the scope of the module design and delivery
- Performs modules maintenance, modifications, and enhancements to new/existing systems through programming, testing, and documenting.
- Responsible for the Geomatics and CAD functionality in the software for Android/iOS/Windows/Linux written in Qt/Qml/C++ and intended for GNSS, Optical Field Survey, including laser scanner support.
- Follows, recommends, and implements software processes
- Provides technical directions to others as necessary
- Analyze and resolve technical and application problems
Education & Experience
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Electronics, or a related field
- Overall software development experience of at least 5 years.
- 3+ years of professional experience in C++ development
- Experience with computational geometry, spatial algorithms, mass data algorithms, and/or 3D Rendering (DirectX, OpenGL) is needed
- Knowledge of QML and/or MFC is needed
- Experience in software development process implementation
- Experience with software development tools (configuration management, design, emulation, debugging, compilers, test, etc.)
- Experience with Geodesy, GNSS and/or Optical Survey, CAD, laser scanner data processing will be a plus
- Experience with Android or iOS development is a plus
Knowledge, Skills & Attributes
- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and software design principles.
- Knowledge of algorithms, data structures, and multithreading concepts.
- Familiarity with cross-platform development and GUI frameworks.
- Expert knowledge in C++, Standard Library, Boost
- Understanding of SQL databases like SQLite will be a plus
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
- Knowledge of bug tracking systems (JIRA) and version control systems.
- Knowledge of Docker is a plus
- A good command (both written and speaking) of the ENGLISH language is required for the job
- Knowledge of some of these skills: geometry, eigen, cgal, tin, surfaces, corridors, roading, parametric curves, splines, Bentley, Autodesk, Civil3D, Revit, DWG, ODA, cogo, geodesy, coordinate systems, LandXML, shapefile, las, point clouds, lidar, numerical methods can be a real asset
- Knowledge of these other Skills : C++20, boost, ASIO, static analysis, memory optimization, C++ templates, SQL, multithreading, lockfree can be a real advantage
Working Conditions:
We offer a hybrid and flexible work setup that promotes both in-person collaboration and individual focus:
- Office presence: Occasional visits to our Concordia office
- Remote work (Smart Working): available with individual agreement ( 5 days per week ) to support productivity and work-life balance
We’d love to hear from you! Please send us your application, and the earliest date you could join our team.
For further information, please contact our Corporate Senior Recruiter TOPCON Europe Mr. Simone Masseroni by mailing [email protected]
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