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Sr. Staff Navigation Estimation Engineer

YOH Services LLC
Newark, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026
Sr. Staff Navigation Estimation Engineer
We are seeking a Staff Navigation Estimation Engineer to develop positioning and estimation software for ADAS/Autonomous Driving. This role focuses on GNSS/INS estimation, raw measurement processing, embedded software implementation, and safety-compliant development in an ISO 26262 environment.
You Will
  • Design, develop, and optimize navigation estimation software for embedded automotive platforms.
  • Implement positioning algorithms using GNSS, IMU, wheel-speed, and vehicle-motion inputs.
  • Develop GNSS measurement processing for observables such as pseudorange, carrier phase, Doppler, and measurement quality indicators.
  • Build robust estimation logic including measurement validation, residual monitoring, outlier rejection, and fault detection.
  • Develop safety-related software aligned with ASIL-B goals and ISO 26262 software development practices.
  • Support simulation, replay, regression testing, and data analysis using vehicle logs and estimator outputs.
  • Collaborate with systems, safety, platform, validation, and embedded software teams to deliver production-ready positioning software.

You Bring
  • Strong C software development experience for real-time, embedded, or high-reliability systems.
  • Solid understanding of GNSS measurement models, estimation theory, sensor fusion, and navigation fundamentals.
  • Hands-on experience with EKF/UKF, least squares, factor graphs, RTK/PPP, INS integration, or GNSS/INS localization.
  • Experience developing production software with attention to reliability, latency, determinism, diagnostics, and testability.
  • Experience working in an ISO 26262 environment, preferably with ASIL-B software requirements and verification artifacts.
  • Strong debugging skills using logs, simulation results, raw sensor data, estimator states, residuals, and covariance outputs.
  • BS/MS/Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field; ideally 10 years of relevant experience.

Nice to Have
  • Experience with multi-constellation/multi-frequency GNSS, correction services, ambiguity-resolution support, or GNSS receiver integration.
  • Experience with automotive software practices such as ASPICE, MISRA C , AUTOSAR, SIL/HIL testing, or fault injection.
  • Python/MATLAB experience for prototyping, log analysis, visualization, and automated validation.


Estimated Min Rate: $70.00
Estimated Max Rate: $90.00


What's In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

  • Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20 hours per week)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20 hours per week)
  • Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20 hours per week)
  • MetLife Voluntary Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan
  • Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
  • Referral Bonus Programs
  • Certification and training opportunities

Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.

For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

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Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

 

Salary : $70 - $90

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