Your Title: Software Engineer
Job Location: Christchurch, NZ
Our Department: Trimble Field Systems - Cloud

Elevate Backend Excellence as our next Software Developer & Quality Advocate!

Are you ready to bridge the gap between robust backend engineering and world-class quality standards? Trimble is looking for a visionary developer who is passionate about building scalable APIs and fostering a culture of automated excellence to help transform how the physical world is digitised!

About Us:
The Trimble Field Systems segment provides solutions to increase precision and productivity in construction tasks by empowering stakeholders to collect accurate information and manage conditions with cutting-edge technology.

What Makes This Role Great:
In this role, you will be the ultimate quality champion within our core development team, directly influencing the reliability of global cloud solutions. You won’t just write code; you will help establish and drive best-in-class testing strategies, ensuring that the technology empowering construction and survey professionals worldwide is as impeccable as it is precise.

Key Exciting Responsibilities

• Architect and Implement Scalable Services: Design and maintain robust backend APIs and services that serve as the backbone for our global Field Systems.
• Champion a Quality-First Culture: Drive best-in-class testing strategies by writing sophisticated unit, integration, and end-to-end tests while mentoring peers to elevate their testing game.
• Optimise CI/CD Pipelines: Modernise and improve automated quality checks to ensure seamless, high-frequency delivery of impactful features.
• Collaborate in an Agile Environment: Participate in high-level architectural discussions and code reviews, reacting quickly to evolving requirements to meet long-term performance goals.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Backend Proficiency: Proven professional experience developing in production environments using C#, .NET, and Python.
• Cloud & DevOps Expertise: Demonstrable experience working with Cloud development and DevOps practices.
• Quality Commitment: A track record of writing testable code and a deep understanding of automated testing frameworks.
• Relevant Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Bonus Points For:

• Domain knowledge in managing Geospatial data, specifically surfaces and Point Clouds.
• Experience working within high-growth Agile methodologies.

Logistics:
Location: Christchurch, New Zealand (In Office: 4 days/1 day flex)
Based at Trimble’s NZ headquarters in Christchurch, New Zealand (handily located on the Little River Link Cycleway), home to over 400 Trimble employees, enjoy free parking, securely covered bike sheds, an onsite gym, showers, an active social club, and a great team environment where people love working with leading technology solutions.

Travel Requirement: 0%

Why You'll Love Working With Us
At Trimble, we're not just a company that "does good"—we are a team dedicated to making a tangible, positive Real-World Impact. We build innovative solutions designed to solve the world's most critical challenges. From construction sites to transportation hubs, our work tangibly improves how people live, build, move, and grow.

You'll work on projects that truly matter: Our purpose-driven culture means you'll be helping to build and deliver solutions that make work faster, safer, and more sustainable for millions of people worldwide. Our impact is tangible, from connected machines that save fuel to data-driven insights that reduce waste.

Collaborate with like-minded people: Our strong internal culture is a "hidden gem." You will work with a collaborative, supportive team that shares your purpose and fosters a genuine sense of belonging. We're a company of "visionary pragmatists" who think boldly and build things that work.

Be an owner: Trimble thrives on individuals who take initiative and embrace ownership. You'll find an entrepreneurial spirit where success is often "self-authored," empowering proactive "doers."

Keywords: Software Developer, Backend Engineer, C#, .NET, Python, QA Automation, DevOps, Cloud Engineering, Geospatial, Agile, Christchurch Jobs
 

How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button located in this posting.

Join a Values-Driven Team: Belong, Grow, Innovate. 

At Trimble, our core values of Belong, Grow, and Innovate aren't just words—they're the foundation of our culture. We foster an environment where you are seen, heard, and valued (Belong); where you have an opportunity to build a career and drive our collective growth (Grow); and where your innovative ideas shape the future (Innovate). We believe in empowering local teams to create impactful strategies, ensuring our global vision resonates with every individual. Become part of a team where your contributions truly matter. 

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