Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer - GNSS & Linux (Hybrid)

Topcon Positioning Systems; Bologna; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Bonus

Meal vouchers

Flexible working arrangements

Learning opportunities

Global collaboration

Job summary

Topcon Positioning Group in Italy is seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer to join a team near Concordia sulla Secchia, Modena. You will design, develop, and test embedded software for GNSS receiver products used in construction and geospatial applications.

The role focuses on high‑performance C/C++ development, embedded Linux, and hardware integration. A Master’s degree and 5+ years of hands‑on experience are required; a hybrid work model is offered with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, CS, SE, or related field.
• 5+ years of embedded software or firmware experience.
• Strong C/C++ and CMake expertise, with modern standards.
• Experience with embedded Linux, networking, multithreading, RTOS.
• Python scripting for automation and testing.
• GNSS knowledge (RTK/PPP/CSSR) is highly desirable.
• English proficiency to work in international teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software and firmware components for GNSS receiver products.
• Develop reliable, high-performance C/C++ software, including embedded Linux services, networking components, and hardware interfaces.
• Modernize legacy code into modular, maintainable, and testable architectures.
• Integrate firmware with hardware, operating systems, GNSS technologies, and correction services such as RTK, PPP, and CSSR.
• Optimize performance, scalability, resource utilization, and reliability across hardware targets.
• Debug complex software, system, and integration issues using advanced diagnostic and simulation tools.
• Contribute to code reviews, automated testing, CI/CD workflows, documentation, and continuous improvement of engineering practices.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Multithreading

RTOS experience

Debugging

CI/CD knowledge

English proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, CS, SE, or related field

Tools

CMake

Python

Embedded Linux

Job description

Topcon Positioning Group is headquartered in Livermore, California, USA (topconpositioning.com). We design, manufacture and distribute productivity tools for developing a brighter future. Whether cultivating the earth or building upon it, Topcon brings innovation in workflow automation and seamless connectivity of data to construction, geopositioning and agriculture industries focused on developing a sustainable tomorrow.

Topcon is a tech company committed to delivering innovative solutions and fostering an inclusive, respectful, and transparent workplace. We believe in equal opportunities and fair pay practices.

Learn more about working with us at topconcareers.com

Senior Firmware Engineer

Topcon Positioning Group | Concordia sulla Secchia – Modena, Italy | Hybrid

Topcon Positioning Group is looking for a Senior Firmware Engineer to join our team in Concordia sulla Secchia, Modena. This is an opportunity to work on advanced embedded software and firmware for GNSS receiver products used in construction, Geomatics, and agriculture technologies worldwide.

What You Will Do

• Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software and firmware components for GNSS receiver products.
• Develop reliable, high-performance C/C++ software, including embedded Linux services, networking components, and hardware interfaces.
• Modernize legacy code into modular, maintainable, and testable architectures.
• Integrate firmware with hardware, operating systems, GNSS technologies, and correction services such as RTK, PPP, and CSSR.
• Optimize performance, scalability, resource utilization, and reliability across hardware targets.
• Debug complex software, system, and integration issues using advanced diagnostic and simulation tools.
• Contribute to code reviews, automated testing, CI/CD workflows, documentation, and continuous improvement of engineering practices.
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in embedded software or firmware development.
• Strong C/C++ and CMake expertise, including modern C++ standards.
• Solid experience with embedded Linux, system APIs, networking, multithreading, kernel interaction, and real-time operating systems.
• Experience with hardware/software integration, debugging, performance optimization, software architecture, and legacy code modernization.
• Knowledge of Python for scripting, automation, and testing.
• GNSS experience, including RTK, PPP, or CSSR, is highly desirable.
• Intermediate or higher English proficiency and ability to work in international engineering environments.
  
  

Working Model And Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangement: 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.
• Competitive salary package: €55,000–€65,000 gross annual salary, based on skills and experience.
• Variable bonus, meal vouchers, flexible working arrangements, learning opportunities, and collaboration with global teams.
  
  

If you are passionate about embedded technologies, GNSS innovation, and high-impact engineering, we would be pleased to hear from you.

For further information, please contact our Corporate Recruiter Simone Masseroni at [e-mail].

Topcon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.