United States onlyThis position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Software Development Engineer II, Guidance (C++) in the United States.
We are seeking an experienced software engineer to drive the development of advanced routing and navigation services. In this role, you will design, implement, and operate high-performance systems that power real-time guidance for a diverse set of customers, including automotive OEMs and niche clients. You will work on solving complex routing challenges, building scalable, low-latency services, and developing tools that enable creative navigation solutions. This is an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge geospatial and traffic technologies in a collaborative, fast-paced, and technically challenging environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about performance-critical systems, enjoys tackling hard problems, and thrives in a data-driven engineering culture.
Accountabilities
- Design, develop, and maintain high-volume, low-latency backend services for routing and navigation.
- Solve complex guidance scenarios and provide highly customizable routing solutions for diverse customer needs.
- Build tools and frameworks that empower other engineers to create innovative navigation experiences.
- Operate and optimize distributed systems with a focus on reliability, fault tolerance, and scalability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure engineering best practices and service quality.
- Use experiments and data analysis to drive improvements in performance, reliability, and user experience.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience developing scalable, high-performance backend systems.
- Strong experience with modern C++ and Linux server applications, or equivalent expertise in Go, Rust, or JVM-based systems.
- Solid understanding of operating systems, distributed systems, fault tolerance, and service discovery.
- Proven problem-solving skills with a data-driven, experimental approach to engineering challenges.
- Ability to work across the full technology stack and adapt to new technical areas.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills for working with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Nice to Haves:
- Experience with geospatial data, mapping, or traffic telemetry systems.
- Background in real-time or performance-critical software.
- Familiarity with containerized cloud environments and distributed computing patterns.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary ($157,675 – $213,325, plus potential adjustment for higher-cost locations).
- Performance-based bonuses and equity opportunities.
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision.
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote options.
- Paid parental leave, vacation, and company holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development, learning, and mentorship.
- Inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment.
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