Senior Gnss Software Architect / Principal Gnss Engineer

Qualinx
Málaga, Spain
11 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience required
10 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Algorithm Design Bluetooth C++ (Programming Language) Embedded C Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) Global Positioning Systems (GPS) Python (Programming Language) MATLAB Performance Tuning Software Architecture Software Maintenance Real-Time Operating Systems
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Sensor Fusion Signal Processing Wi-Fi Technology Application Specific Integrated Circuits Bare Metal Wireless Technologies Hardware Acceleration Software Defined Radio GNSS

Job description

Job DescriptionDefine and own the end-to-end GNSS receiver software architecture, including acquisition, tracking, measurement engine, navigation, and positioning stack.Lead architectural decisions for low-power, high-performance GNSS chipsets, balancing performance, power, and silicon constraints.Translate product requirements into scalable, modular, and maintainable software architectures.Drive design trade-offs across algorithm complexity, hardware acceleration, and system constraints.Design and optimize advanced algorithms for GNSS acquisition and tracking (multi-constellation, multi-frequency), Positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT), Multipath mitigation and interference suppression, Snapshot and ultra-low-power GNSS techniques.Lead development of next-generation techniques such as Assisted GNSS (A-GNSS), Hybrid positioning (GNSS + Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/IMU), LEO-PNT and emerging navigation paradigms.Oversee implementation of GNSS algorithms in embedded C on RTOS / bare-metal systems, FPGA with focus on performance optimization, high-volume silicon deployment.Mentor and guide engineers, contractors in GNSS algorithms and embedded development. Set technical direction and promote engineering best practices, design standards and lead technical reviews, architecture discussions, decision-making processes.Cross-Functional collaboration with product management to shape feature roadmap and differentiation strategy. Present technical concepts and results to internal and external stakeholders, including leadership teams and customers.Must HavesMaster’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Signal Processing, or related field.10+ years of experience in GNSS, wireless communication systems, or signal processing.Proven track record in GNSS system design and product development.Deep understanding of the GNSS signal processing chain, including acquisition, tracking, measurements, and navigation.Strong expertise in embedded C/C++ development on RTOS or bare-metal platforms.MATLAB and Python for modelling and algorithm development.Experience with full chip/product lifecycle, from concept to production.Strong understanding of low-power embedded system design and optimization.Excellent communication, presentation, and technical leadership skills.Nice to HaveExperience in GNSS software architecture ownership for commercial products.Knowledge of multi-constellation and multi-frequency GNSS systems (GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, GLONASS).Experience with RF front-end integration, calibration, and lab validation setups.Familiarity with FPGA prototyping and ASIC design flows.Knowledge of SDR (Software Defined Radio) systems.Knowledge of wireless technologies (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, IoT positioning).Knowledge of sensor fusion and hybrid positioning systems.Knowledge of LEO-PNT, GNSS-R, or emerging navigation technologies.Knowledge of high precision positioning.Demonstrated experience in leading teams or mentoring engineers.BenefitsOwnership and Impact: We offer employee equity, giving you the opportunity to share in the success you help create.Well-being Matters: Your physical and mental health are important to us. We provide access to wellness resources, including company discounts and a free mental healthcare platform.Global Talent, Local Support: If you’re relocating from abroad, we provide full support throughout the visa process to ensure a smooth transition.Future-Focused Benefits: We contribute to your pension savings to help you plan ahead with confidence.Inspiring Workspace: Work from a modern and vibrant, well-equipped office designed to help you do your best work.Scale-up Team Spirit: We celebrate our wins together with fun quarterly events-think great food, games, and unforgettable experiences.#J-*****-Ljbffr

Requirements

Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Signal Processing, or related field. 10+ years of experience in GNSS, wireless communication systems, or signal processing. Proven track record in GNSS system design and product development. Deep understanding of the GNSS signal processing chain, including acquisition, tracking, measurements, and navigation. Strong expertise in embedded C/C++ development on RTOS or bare-metal platforms. MATLAB and Python for modelling and algorithm development. Experience with full chip/product lifecycle, from concept to production. Strong understanding of low-power embedded system design and optimization. Excellent communication, presentation, and technical leadership skills. Nice to Have Experience in GNSS software architecture ownership for commercial products. Knowledge of multi-constellation and multi-frequency GNSS systems (GPS, Galileo, BeiDou, GLONASS). Experience with RF front-end integration, calibration, and lab validation setups. Familiarity with FPGA prototyping and ASIC design flows. Knowledge of SDR (Software Defined Radio) systems. Knowledge of wireless technologies (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, IoT positioning). Knowledge of sensor fusion and hybrid positioning systems. Knowledge of LEO-PNT, GNSS-R, or emerging navigation technologies. Knowledge of high precision positioning. Demonstrated experience in leading teams or mentoring engineers.

Benefits & conditions

Ownership and Impact: We offer employee equity, giving you the opportunity to share in the success you help create. Well-being Matters: Your physical and mental health are important to us. We provide access to wellness resources, including company discounts and a free mental healthcare platform. Global Talent, Local Support: If you’re relocating from abroad, we provide full support throughout the visa process to ensure a smooth transition. Future-Focused Benefits: We contribute to your pension savings to help you plan ahead with confidence. Inspiring Workspace: Work from a modern and vibrant, well-equipped office designed to help you do your best work. Scale-up Team Spirit: We celebrate our wins together with fun quarterly events-think great food, games, and unforgettable experiences. #J-*****-Ljbffr

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