Lead Software Engineer - Navigation

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📍 Beijing, CN📍 Shanghai, 31, CNOTHER

About this role

What's the role?

As a Lead Software Engineer for Navigation in China, you will:

  • Play a key role in developing the Routing, Guidance, and ADAS components used in the HERE SDK and related products across the company.
  • Work with modern C++ (C++17), own complex technical challenges, and contribute to a high‑quality developer experience for customers.
  • Explore solutions, deliver high-quality software, work outside your comfort zone when needed, and enjoy learning new technologies.
  • On demand on-site support to resolve complex customer issues

Who are you?

You are a strong fit for this role if you possess the following qualifications, skills,competencies and experience :

  • Bachelor/Master in Computer Science, Software Engineering or similar technical degree
  • 8+ years of professional software development experience
  • Experience working in an Agile development environment (Scrum or Kanban)
  • Proficiency in algorithms and data structures
  • In-depth knowledge of C++17
  • Extensive experience with the Standard Template Library
  • Good understanding of object-oriented principles
  • Experience with multithreaded development
  • Exposure to Automotive related software is a plus, though not mandatory
  • Fluent communication skills in English and Mandarin

Who are we?

HERE Partner Maps Engineering team maintains and operates HERE global products in specific countries like China, South Korea, Japan.

 

HERE SDK, one of the products we are managing, provides a set of programming interfaces that enables developers to build immersive native applications while leveraging our powerful maps and services.

With features such as routing, guidance, search, interactive 2D and 3D vector maps, the HERE SDK enables developers to build powerful native location‑based applications for platforms like Android, iOS and Linux. Our product is used by millions of customers in mobile phones and moving vehicles.

 

To deliver the best product in the market, we are growing our engineering team and searching for a skilled C++ developer.

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Where is the Lead Software Engineer - Navigation position at here located?
This Lead Software Engineer - Navigation role at here is based in Beijing, CN, Shanghai, 31, CN. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Lead Software Engineer - Navigation role at here full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Lead Software Engineer - Navigation role in the Product & Engineering department at here.
Which team or department does the Lead Software Engineer - Navigation at here belong to?
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When was the Lead Software Engineer - Navigation job at here posted?
This Lead Software Engineer - Navigation position at here was posted on Jun 12, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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