HERE Technologies · 1 day ago
Sr Principal Software Engineer
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$169K/yr - $242K/yr
12+ years expHERE Technologies is a location data and technology platform company that empowers customers to achieve better outcomes. They are seeking a Sr. Principal Software Engineer to lead the design and implementation of advanced automation frameworks for map-making, utilizing big data and AI/ML techniques.
AppsFleet ManagementGeospatialLocation Based ServicesMapping ServicesNavigationSoftwareSupply Chain Management
Hiring Manager
Alex Gikas
Responsibilities
Lead the design and implementation of next-generation map-making automation pipelines within Foundation Engineering, leveraging big data, distributed processing, and ML-driven automation frameworks
Architect scalable systems to process, fuse, and validate heterogeneous content (probe data, aerial imagery, sensor data, etc.) to ensure high-quality map content
Partner with product managers, data scientists, and engineers to develop end-to-end solutions that integrate automation, AI/ML models, and rule-based systems
Provide technical leadership and mentorship, setting engineering standards and best practices for automation, data engineering, and content processing
Evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and architectures to continually improve automation efficiency, content accuracy, and processing scalability
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, accelerate deployment cycles, and meet content quality KPIs
Act as a subject matter expert on big data platforms, content pipelines, and automated validation frameworks, evangelizing their adoption across teams
Qualification
Required
MS or Bachelors in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related discipline
12+ years of professional experience in large-scale software engineering, data engineering, or automation for geospatial or content-driven systems
Proven expertise in big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, Flink, Kafka, or equivalent
Strong hands-on experience in distributed data processing, ETL pipeline development, and automation of data-driven workflows
Solid programming skills in Python, Java, or Scala, along with SQL and shell scripting
Experience working with NoSQL databases (e.g., DynamoDB, MongoDB) and GIS datasets
Familiarity with containerization and deployment using Docker and orchestration tools (Kubernetes preferred)
Knowledge of data mining, machine learning, and/or automation frameworks for large-scale content processing
Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects, influence stakeholders, and drive technical vision at an organizational level
Excellent communication skills to interact with technical and non-technical teams, including external partners
Preferred
Experience with automation in geospatial data processing or digital map production pipelines
Background in software development life cycle (SDLC), including CI/CD, testing, and production deployment
Experience in agile development environments
Track record of innovation in building automation frameworks and delivering measurable improvements in system performance and content quality
Benefits
Health (Medical/Dental/Vision) insurance
Retirement savings plans
Paid time off & leave policies
Company
HERE Technologies
As global mobility becomes increasingly connected, electrified and automated, HERE Technologies is leading the way to a safer, greener future.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-12-20Corporate Round
2018-01-04Corporate Round
2017-01-03Corporate Round
Leadership Team
Alexander Gevrenov
Sr. Director Quality Analytics & Transformation
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