Trimble

Multi-Sensor Navigation R&D Engineer

Germany · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerTrimble
LocationGermany
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted2 Jul 2026

Multi-Sensor Navigation R&D Engineer(m/f/d)

Ready to advance real-time Aided Inertial Navigation Systems (AINS) technology and elevate global positioning? Trimble is looking for an ambitious Multi-Sensor Navigation R&D Engineer to integrate cutting-edge sensor technology into our ProPoint engine.

Trimble is a global technology company that connects the physical and digital worlds, transforming the ways work gets done. With relentless innovation in precise positioning, modeling and data analytics, Trimble enables essential industries including construction, geospatial and transportation. Whether it's helping customers build and maintain infrastructure, design and construct buildings, optimize global supply chains or map the world, Trimble is at the forefront, driving productivity and progress.

In this role, you'll be at the forefront of developing advanced multi-sensor integration, directly influencing positioning accuracy and reliability and shaping the future of autonomous navigation technology.

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Responsibilities and required skills:

Develop and enhance AINS technology, tightly integrated with precise GNSS, to elevate positioning accuracy and reliability.

Implement, test, and verify complex real-time algorithms utilizing C++.

Analyze, visualize, and develop algorithms using Matlab and Python to solve technical challenges.

Support existing products and next-generation solutions by monitoring performance, identifying improvements, and resolving issues.

Collaborate with stakeholders to document innovations, support intellectual property efforts, and develop research prototypes.

Master's degree in Navigation, Aerospace, Robotics, Geodesy, or a related engineering discipline.

Proficiency in C++ programming and software development, alongside experience with Matlab or Python.

Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to discuss complex technical topics fluently in English.

Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced development team under minimal supervision.

Background in inertial sensing, sensor fusion, precise GNSS, real-time algorithms, or embedded systems.

Experience with quality assurance, navigation system field applications, or Jira.

Location: Höhenkirchen-Siegertsbrunn, Germany

Travel Requirement: 10%

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At Trimble, we're not just a company that "does good"—we are a team dedicated to making a tangible, positive Real-World Impact. We build innovative solutions designed to solve the world's most critical challenges. From construction sites to transportation hubs, our work tangibly improves how people live, build, move, and grow.

You'll work on projects that truly matter: Our purpose-driven culture means you'll be helping to build and deliver solutions that make work faster, safer, and more sustainable for millions of people worldwide. Our impact is tangible, from connected machines that save fuel to data-driven insights that reduce waste.

Collaborate with like-minded people: Our strong internal culture is a "hidden gem." You will work with a collaborative, supportive team that shares your purpose and fosters a genuine sense of belonging. We're a company of "visionary pragmatists" who think boldly and build things that work.

Be an owner: Trimble thrives on individuals who take initiative and embrace ownership. You'll find an entrepreneurial spirit where success is often "self-authored," empowering proactive "doers."

Apply now to become a part of Trimble’s pioneering team and help shape the future of GNSS/INS navigation technology. We look forward to receiving your application.

How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button located in this posting.

Join a Values-Driven Team: Belong, Grow, Innovate.

At Trimble, our core values of Belong, Grow, and Innovate aren't just words—they're the foundation of our culture. We foster an environment where you are seen, heard, and valued (Belong); where you have an opportunity to build a career and drive our collective growth (Grow); and where your innovative ideas shape the future (Innovate). We believe in empowering local teams to create impactful strategies, ensuring our global vision resonates with every individual. Become part of a team where your contributions truly matter.

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