Posted 10 days ago
GNSS Software Engineer
@ Hexagon
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
Hexagon's Autonomous Solutions division is hiring a GNSS Software Engineer in Calgary, AB, reporting to the Sr. Manager of the GNSS Tracking and Algorithms Group. The role covers research and development of GNSS tracking algorithms, data analysis, firmware qualification and support for customer integrations. The posting states a hybrid model of two days per week in the office, with remote work possible for candidates elsewhere in Canada depending on experience.
Responsibilities:
- Integrate and support measurement engines for high-precision GNSS receivers
- Enhance tracking algorithms using signal processing theory
- Define requirements, design, code and test solutions
- Analyze test data with graphical and statistical tools, including AI
- Investigate and resolve system defects
Requirements summary:
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Electrical, Geomatics or Software Engineering
- 3+ years of industry experience
- Embedded C/C++ and Python programming
- Understanding of GNSS baseband signal processing
- Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills
Tools & skills
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-28
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-28
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Software development |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering, Geomatics, Software Engineering |
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Hexagon
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Perception, positioning, & site orchestration enabling full autonomy for agriculture, mining, automotive, A&D, & marine.
Full company description
At Hexagon, we don’t just measure the world – we define its future. As the global leader in measurement technologies, we provide the confidence that vital industries rely on to build, navigate, and innovate. From microns to Mars, our solutions drive productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability. Hexagon's Autonomous Solutions power intelligent positioning ecosystems in vital industries like agriculture and mining, and safety-of-life applications, enabling the advancement of autonomy in on- and off-road vehicles, UAVs, industrial vehicles, trains, vessels, and more. The business area includes leading brands NovAtel, Veripos, Antcom, and AutonomouStuff. Measurement is the foundation of progress. When it has to be right, it has to be Hexagon.
- LinkedIn followers
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- People associated on LinkedIn
- 402
- Reported office locations
- Calgary, Alberta T3K 2L5 , CA
- Tucson, Arizona, US
- Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, BR
- Leuven, België, BE
- Calgary, Alberta, CA
- Peoria, Illinois, US
- Aberdeen, Scotland, GB
- Business categories
- Electronics
- Consumer Electronics
- Other recorded names
- Hexagon
- Hexagon Autonomous Solutions
- Specialties
- GNSS
- GPS
- INS
- Autonomous Vehicle Positioning
- Automotive
- mining
- agriculture
- marine
- uav
- aerospace
- defence
- autonomy
- and autonomous mobility
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At Hexagon, we don’t just measure the world – we define its future. As the global leader in measurement technologies, we provide the confidence that vital industries rely on to build, navigate, and innovate. From microns to Mars, our solutions drive productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability. Hexagon's Autonomous Solutions power intelligent positioning ecosystems in vital industries like agriculture and…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, Alberta |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | GNSSGPSINSAutonomous Vehicle PositioningAutomotiveminingagriculturemarineuavaerospace |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 17 |
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Overview
Hexagon’s Autonomous Solutions division is looking for a GNSS Software Engineer to join our team in Calgary, AB, Canada. Reporting to the Sr. Manager of the GNSS Tracking and Algorithms Group , this role will focus on the research and development of our world-class GNSS technologies. You will work with engineers across the wider NovAtel organization to implement GNSS tracking and algorithm enhancements, perform data analysis, participate in firmware qualifications, and collaborate with the Applications Engineering team to support complex customer integrations and use cases. The Location: This position is based in Calgary, AB and follows a hybrid work model of two days per week in the office. Candidates located elsewhere in Canada may also be considered for a remote work arrangement, depending on experience. The Company: Hexagon is a global leader in digital reality solutions, combining sensor, software, and autonomous technologies. We are putting data to work to boost efficiency, productivity, quality, and safety across industrial, manufacturing, infrastructure, public sector, and mobility applications.Our technologies are shaping the production and people-related ecosystems to become increasingly connected and autonomous, ensuring a scalable, sustainable future.Responsibilities
As GNSS Software Engineer you will be responsible for these activities:- Integrating and supporting existing measurement engines to develop our world-class high-precision GNSS receivers
- Applying signal processing theory to enhance Hexagon’s industry-leading tracking algorithms for performance improvements, new features, and specialized applications
- Defining functional and performance requirements, and designing, coding, and testing solutions to meet schedule and quality targets for production releases
- Analyzing test data using graphical and statistical tools and methods, including the use of Artificial Intelligence
- Working with verification engineers to plan and support testing of software features
- Investigating problems using methodical problem-solving and analysis to resolve system defects
- Collaborating with team members and others to identify new ideas and areas for investigation
Qualifications
Must Have:- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Electrical, Geomatics, or Software Engineering with 3+ years of industry experience
- Experience writing and debugging code in embedded C/C++ and Python with AI
- Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills
- Understanding of GNSS technology, particularly baseband signal processing, including GNSS signal structures, tracking loops, multipath, and spoofing
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Familiarity with real-time operating systems and Embedded Linux
- Real-world experience with GNSS receivers or applications
- Knowledge of statistical analysis
- Excited by new technologies and new possibilities
- Motivated by seeing your work used in demanding real-world applications
- A sense of urgency in meeting customer expectations
- Strong multitasking and prioritization skills
- A natural desire to produce high-quality work and continuously improve
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