OXTS
R&D Engineer, Navigation Software
Stoney Middleton CP
Posted about 19 hours ago
How your CV stacks up
1Upload CV
2Analyse CV
3Improve CV
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Department: Engineering
Location: Middleton Stoney, United Kingdom
Description
The position within the R&D team is to research, develop, and implement navigation sensor fusion algorithms and software processing systems for navigation data for post-process and real-time applications, to integrate into our products. The role is involved in all aspects of navigation software and firmware development from researching algorithms and feasibility to software release. The role requires a grounding in navigation theory, and good knowledge of software and firmware design, including real-time operating systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Research new ideas, develop concepts, and undertake investigative/feasibility work to develop and prove software navigation algorithms and processing systems for navigation data. Able to capture and communicate ideas and solutions verbally and in written technical documentation.
- Develop and implement navigation algorithms (including Kalman filters) and processing systems in software (C/C++, Python, and other languages as needed). Requires knowledge of operating systems, including RTOS. Write test harness software to validate software.
- Develop software, post-process, and real-time, covering the full software life-cycle using Git. Capture customer/user requirements, then design, develop, test, and maintain software, including release process, version control of software releases, and bug management. Write and maintain suitable documentation for designs to describe functionality, their use, and reasons for design decisions.
- Develop and maintain OXTS software libraries and general software. Install, use, and maintain tools (e.g., development environments) needed for software development.
- Work both as a team member on larger software projects and manage own smaller software projects; plan, track, and manage development tasks. Work to deadlines and adapt plans as necessary to meet project objectives. Work collaboratively with people inside and outside the R&D department to successfully achieve outcomes and results.
- Use company procedures, processes, and consistent styles. Adhere to coding standards when developing software. Maintain software traceability, update software documentation, use version control for all software, and document changes.
- Provide expert help for the support team by analyzing interesting and unusual customer data, with the aim of helping the customer, improving the results, and improving our software.
- Investigate ideas, suggestions, and problems related to existing and new software products raised by OXTS staff, reps, and customers, communicating and responding to ensure issues are resolved promptly and appropriately.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
Essential
- MSc degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline (e.g., Computer Science, Physics, Electronics, Engineering, or Mathematics), or equivalent professional experience.
- At least 2 years of software development experience in C/C++ and Python, with demonstrable ability to write clean, maintainable, production-quality code.
- Solid understanding of navigation theory and sensor fusion, including Kalman filtering and inertial navigation systems (INS), underpinned by knowledge of statistics and probability theory.
- Experience developing software across the full lifecycle: requirements capture, design, implementation, testing, documentation, and release.
- Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and the constraints of embedded or time-critical software environments.
- Proficiency with version control using Git, including branching strategies and release management.
- Experience writing test harnesses and applying systematic validation and verification approaches.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate complex technical issues in data or software.
- Good written and verbal communication skills; able to produce clear technical documentation and convey technical ideas to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Desirable
- Familiarity with GNSS systems and their integration with inertial sensors (IMU).
- Knowledge of software quality standards and coding standards relevant to engineering software development.
- Experience working in or alongside a customer-facing support function.
- Exposure to agile or structured project management methodologies.
- Experience with LiDAR-based navigation, including point cloud processing, LiDAR odometry, SLAM, and LiDAR map matching.
Benefits
- Discretionary annual profit share bonus
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- 5% employee and 5% employer contributions through our via our salary sacrifice workplace pension scheme
- Group Income Protection Insurance Scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- Death In Service Scheme
- Electric Vehicle Scheme
- Smart casual dress code
Trusted by 25,000+ job seekers
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
C++
Python
Navigation Theory
Sensor Fusion
Kalman Filters
Inertial Navigation Systems
Real-time Operating Systems
Git
Software Development Life Cycle
Embedded Systems
Algorithm Development
Test Harness Development
GNSS
IMU
LiDAR
SLAM