Senior Software Engineer, Field Survey Applications (C++)

Overview

In this role you will design and maintain cross‑platform field survey applications that connect with GNSS receivers and field devices. You will work with a global team to deliver reliable software for data collection, device communication, and positioning workflows. You will influence the full software lifecycle and address real-world field challenges with robust technical solutions. This is an opportunity to shape tools used by surveyors, engineers and construction professionals and contribute to Topcon’s field‑oriented positioning platforms.

Retribuzione / Benefits Flexible hybrid work

Competitive gross salary (50,000–57,000)

Variable bonus

Meal vouchers

Collaborative working environment

Continuous learning

Responsabilità Design, develop and maintain field survey applications for Windows, Linux, Android and iOS using C++, Qt and QML

Build reliable software modules for data collection, device communication, positioning workflows and field operations

Integrate Topcon and third‑party equipment including GNSS receivers, robotic total stations, laser range finders and other connected devices

Analyze technical requirements, estimate development effort and contribute to planning, prioritisation and delivery decisions

Support the full software lifecycle: architecture, coding, debugging, testing, documentation, release support and continuous improvement

Troubleshoot complex software and hardware‑integration issues, translating field feedback into robust technical solutions

Collaborate closely with project managers, team leaders, QA, product teams and international engineering colleagues

Contribute to code quality, internal best practices, tool improvements and scalable software processes

Requisiti fondamentali 3+ years of professional C++ software development experience, ideally in complex technical or product environments

Hands-on experience with Qt and/or QML for cross‑platform application development

Strong understanding of object‑oriented programming, software design principles, algorithms, data structures and multithreaded development

Experience developing for Windows; exposure to Linux, Android or iOS is considered a strong plus

Familiarity with communication protocols, hardware interfaces, debugging tools, version control, bug tracking and CI/CD practices

Interest or experience in geodesy, topography, optical survey, CAD/GIS, spatial algorithms or construction technology would be highly valuable

Good written and spoken English; Italian is helpful but not essential

strong communication and collaboration

problem solving

ability to work with cross‑functional teams

C++

Qt

QML