Software Development Engineer II - C++
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 16, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 6, 2026.
Overview
As an enthusiastic and talented C++ software developer, you will join a team that pushes the boundaries of technology to achieve a shared mission: bringing the power of GIS indoors.
We deliver world-class indoor GIS experiences helping users navigate, visualize, and interact with complex indoor environments, while also supporting the full spectrum of location-based capabilities that ArcGIS enables, from indoor positioning to traditional outdoor mapping and navigation. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to not only enhance our positioning engine but also drive new initiatives and explore emerging technologies that advance the functionality of ArcGIS Maps SDK. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create solutions that work seamlessly across indoor and outdoor contexts, empowering users in various industries.
The Esri R&D Center in Vienna, Austria, leads the research and development of cutting-edge indoor positioning systems technologies used in ArcGIS IPS. By combining radio signal data from Bluetooth Low Energy beacons and Wi-Fi with trajectory information derived from motion sensors on everyday mobile devices, we aim to deliver the world’s best indoor blue dot experience for our users.
Responsibilities
- Build C++ software components that follow industry-standard design patterns, development methodologies, and optimize them to run on smartphones
- Work as part of our agile product development team
- Work with the research team to develop indoor positioning-related algorithms
- Evaluate implementations of algorithms to determine their impact and usefulness
- Write and maintain unit test cases for the C++ core libraries used in our SDK, using a test-driven development approach where appropriate
- Communicate requirements and dependencies of the component within the system within the team
Requirements
- 2+ years of commercial (or equivalent scale and complexity) C++ software development experience
- Fluent and passionate about modern C++ (11/14/17/20) and associated technologies (STL, Boost, Clang, MSVC)
- Understanding of scientific algorithm specifications
- Ability to work closely with the team to build quality software in a constantly evolving environment
- Strong communication skills in English
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, or related field
Recommended Qualifications
- Master's degree in computer science
- Professional experience developing with Python
- Passion for supporting graphics and visualization tools
- C++ for mobile applications such as Android or iOS
The Company
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.
If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
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