Junior Software Engineer - Map Compilation Team
TomTom
Software Engineering
Eindhoven, Netherlands
Posted on Dec 21, 2024
Join a collaborative and inclusive team that plays a key role in building high-quality, precise maps to power navigation systems and future mobility solutions. You’ll transform raw data into accurate, reliable maps used by millions of vehicles globally.
As part of the Map Compilation Team, you’ll tackle algorithmic challenges, simplify complex problems, and develop tools that ensure map precision and timely delivery. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact in a diverse environment that values growth, ownership, and teamwork.
What you’ll do
- Design, implement, and enhance map compilers in a cloud-based, distributed environment.
- Solve algorithmic and mathematical challenges to improve map accuracy, reliability, and efficiency.
- Write clean, testable, and maintainable Java code, following industry best practices.
- Collaborate closely with team members through code reviews, knowledge sharing, and open communication.
- Develop solutions that address real-world customer problems with a logical, innovative mindset.
- Apply security-first thinking by integrating secure coding practices into daily work.
- Contribute to Agile workflows (Scrum, Kanban) to ensure timely and high-quality deliveries.
- Take initiative to simplify problems, learn continuously, and enhance existing solutions.
What you bring
- A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or relevant practical experience (e.g., internships or student work roles).
- Proficiency in Java with a strong grasp of data structures and algorithms.
- A growth mindset: You’re curious, receptive to feedback, and committed to learning and improvement.
- A collaborative approach: You thrive in team settings, communicate clearly, and respect diverse perspectives.
- Basic knowledge of DevOps principles, such as CI/CD pipelines and automation.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a logical and results-driven attitude.
- This position is based in Eindhoven, the Netherlands. Therefore, we can only accept candidates that already live in or already are in the process of relocating to the Netherlands.
Bonus skills
- While not required, experience in the following areas is a plus:
- Map compilation, routing algorithms, or geospatial data processing.
- Cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
- Testing frameworks (JUnit, TestNG) and automation tools.
- Agile development methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban.
What we offer
A competitive compensation package, of course.
Time and resources to grow and develop, including a personal development budget and paid leave for learning days, as well as paid access to e-learning resources such as O’Reilly and LinkedIn Learning.
Time to support life outside of work, with enhanced parental leave plus paid leave to care for loved ones and volunteer in local communities.
Work flexibility, where TomTom’ers, in agreement with their manager and team, use both the office and home to focus, collaborate, learn and socialize. It’s all about getting the best out of both worlds – we ask TomTom’ers to come to the office two days a week, and the remaining three are free to be worked in either location.
Improve your home office with a setup budget and get extra support with a monthly allowance.
Enjoy options to work from your home country and abroad for a set number of days each year, to visit family and friends, or to simply explore the world we’re mapping.
Take the holidays you want with a competitive holiday plan, plus an extra day off to celebrate your birthday.
Join annual events like our Hackathon and DevDays to bring your ideas to life with talented teammates from around the world.
Become a part of our inclusive global culture and have the chance to collaborate with a diverse community – we have over 80 nationalities at TomTom!
Find out more about our global benefits and enjoy additional local benefits tailored to your location.
Meet your team
We're PU Customer Onboarding & Delivery. We develop digital map solutions for navigation and autonomous driving applications. In our team, you'll strive to find the best ways to compile, publish and/or stream terabytes of map content for critical cloud services, advanced autonomous vehicles and large innovative tech companies around the world.
At TomTom...
You’ll help people find their way in the world. In 2004, TomTom revolutionized how the world moves with the introduction of the first portable navigation device. Now, we intend to do it again by engineering the first-ever real-time map, the smartest and most useful map on the planet.
Work with a team of 3,700 unique, curious and passionate problem-solvers. Together, we’ll open up a world of possibilities for car manufacturers, enterprises and developers to help people understand and get closer to the world around them.
After you apply
Our recruitment team will work hard to give you a meaningful experience throughout your journey with us, no matter the outcome. Your application will be screened closely and you can rest assured that all follow-up actions will be thorough, from assessments and interviews all the way through onboarding. To find out more about our application process, check out our hiring FAQs.
TomTom is an equal opportunity employer
TomTom is where you can find your place in the world. Every day we welcome, nurture and celebrate differences. Why? Because your uniqueness is what makes you, you. No matter your culture or background, you’ll find your impact at TomTom. Research also shows that sometimes women and underrepresented communities can be hesitant to apply for positions unless they believe they meet 100% of the criteria. If you can relate to this, please know that we’d love to hear from you.
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