Software Development Engineer, II, 3DLN

Mapbox is the leading real-time location platform for a new generation of location-aware businesses. Mapbox is the only platform that equips organizations with the full set of tools to power the navigation of people, packages, and vehicles everywhere. More than 4 million registered developers have chosen Mapbox because of the platform’s flexibility, security and privacy compliance. Organizations use Mapbox applications, data, SDKs and APIs to create customized and immersive experiences that delight their customers. 

The team is developing 3D Live Navigation, an advanced navigation system that enhances traditional maps by integrating high-resolution 3D lane models, real-time sensor data, environmental models, and dynamic lighting conditions. We are leveraging feedback from millions of vehicles and aerial imagery to create a detailed and immersive 3D navigation experience. Additionally, we are working on integration with in-vehicle sensors and ADAS to provide precise lane-level guidance, hazard warnings, and improved situational awareness, helping drivers navigate complex roads more safely and efficiently.

Learn more: mapbox.com/blog/mapbox-3d-navigation

What You'll Do

• Develop real-time visualization of ADAS sensor data and HD lane-level navigation for Mapbox Navigation SDK, including implementation of simulation tools for testing various driving scenarios and sensor data playback.

• Assess minimum requirements for our automotive solutions and align them with reference platforms.

• Write clean, fast C++ code to integrate various data inputs required for our automotive navigation system product offerings, or provide custom-tailored solutions as needed.

• Implement and collaborate on new rendering and navigation features.

• Own full-stack development from data to navigation experience across various platforms and stacks.

• Fine-tune the automotive navigation experience through profiling and debugging techniques to extract the best performance from customer platforms.

• Work with technical counterparts at customers and partners to discover requirements, provide implementation recommendations, and debug integrations.

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure best practices for cross-platform API design and performance tuning for specific hardware and software combinations.

• Improve the product’s performance, stability, maintainability, and simplicity.

What We Believe are Important Traits for This Role

• Broad experience in software development, customer engagements, and automotive compliance standards.

• Strong technical expertise (6+ years) in modern and embedded C++.

• Proficient in rendering with a strong foundation in algorithms and performance optimization.

• Strong understanding of various ADAS features (ACC, LKA, etc.) and their corresponding visual representation in displays/HMI systems.

• Skilled in sensor fusion and various filtering techniques.

• Experienced with build systems like CMake and Gradle, and developing frameworks/developer tools.

• Excellent communication skills, capable of working effectively with distributed teams, customers, and partners (Fluent in English).

Nice to Have:

• Automotive operating systems: AGL, AOSP, Android Automotive, QNX.

• Automotive CAN bus experience.

• HD mapping domain knowledge (lane level geometry, road topology, map data formats).

• Orchestration: Yocto, Docker.

• Cross-platform UI toolkits like Qt or Flutter.

• Experience in Kotlin, Shell Script, JavaScript, Python.

What We Value

In addition to our core values, which are not unique to this position and are necessary for Mapbox leaders:

• We value high-performing creative individuals who dig into problems and opportunities.

• We believe in individuals being their whole selves at work. We commit to this through supportive health care, parental leave, flexibility for the things that come up in life, and innovating on how we think about supporting our people.

• We emphasize an environment of teaching and learning to equip employees with the tools needed to be successful in their function and the company.

• We strongly believe in the value of growing a diverse team and encourage people of all backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, abilities, and sexual orientations to apply.

How We Support You

• Hybrid/Remote Options: Enjoy flexibility to work comfortably from home or periodically from an office where applicable.

• Country-Specific Care & Coverage: Private health, dental, and income protection plans tailored to elevate your regional statutory benefits.

• Family-First Support: Family care, maternity and paternity leave policies to support your growing family.

• Lifestyle Spending Account: Contributions to support your health, wellness, and personal growth.

• Balance & Brainpower: Mental health support for you and your dependents.

• Rest & Recharge: Paid time away, company holidays, and generous absence policies.

• Time Off to Give Back: Dedicated paid volunteering time in addition to your standard PTO.

Employment Requirements

• Employment Type: Full-time

• Weekly Hours: 40 h per week

• Location/Hybrid Policy: Remote (from any city in Germany)

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