JavaScript Software Engineer
Lebanon, NH, United States of America
Maps – Maps Platform /
Employee, Full Time /
Hybrid
We are seeking a Software Engineer II to join our team and contribute to the development of our map data editing tools. This position focuses primarily on frontend development, building intuitive, high-performance interfaces that support complex geospatial data workflows. We value engineers with a strong sense of curiosity - people who enjoy digging into how systems work, exploring user needs, and identifying opportunities for better tools and workflows. You will collaborate closely with product managers, operations, front and backend engineers to deliver impactful tools and user experiences.
What you'll do
- Develop and enhance frontend components for the map data editing application using JavaScript and modern UI frameworks.
- Translate product requirements and design concepts into functional, user-friendly interfaces.
- Contribute to architectural and design discussions with a focus on frontend scalability and performance.
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
- Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and sprint rituals.
- Support team best practices for frontend development and overall engineering quality.
- Assist in diagnosing and resolving production issues.
What you'll need
- BA in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
- Minimum of 2 years of professional software engineering experience.
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript and familiarity with modern frontend frameworks and tooling.
- Understanding of UI/UX principles and component-based architecture.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be based within commuting distance of Lebanon, New Hampshire
What's nice-to-have
- Experience with geospatial technologies.
- Familiarity with backend APIs (REST or GraphQL).
- Experience optimizing frontend performance.
- Knowledge of design systems, accessibility standards, or data visualization tools.
- Experience with modern build systems, testing frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines.
What we offer
- Opportunity to work on impactful products used for real-world mapping and data operations.
- Collaborative engineering culture that emphasizes mentorship, thoughtful decision-making, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to shape frontend architecture and influence product direction.
- A work environment that values autonomy, accountability, and craftsmanship.
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 Maps, a global team within TomTom’s Location Technology Products technical unit. Our team is driven to deliver the most up-to-date, accurate and detailed maps for hundreds of millions of users around the world. Joining our team, you’ll continuously innovate our mapmaking processes, directly contributing to our vision: engineering the world's most trusted and useful map.
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 3,600+ 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.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
