Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer (m/f/d)

Location: Höhenkirchen near Munich

Division: Trimble Advanced Positioning

Position Summary

Join Trimble as a Quality Assurance Engineer and play a crucial role in ensuring the robustness and reliability of our Trimble Advanced Positioning (TAP) solutions. You will collaborate closely with R&D teams, focusing on our industry-leading Real-Time Network (RTN) products, such as the Trimble Pivot Platform (TPP) and its next-generation successors..

This role, based in Trimble's GNSS center of excellence in Höhenkirchen near Munich, is perfect for someone passionate about precise GNSS technology, data analysis, and delivering high-quality products to a global market.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for TAP products, with a primary focus on RTN software and related "corrections hubs."

• Master the technical and operational aspects of the RTN product portfolio (TPP and successors) to ensure product quality and readiness for release.

• Analyze test results, performance plots, and receiver logs to identify, document, and track software defects and system performance issues.

• Collaborate closely with R&D teams to test and validate new features, bug fixes, and system integrations.

• Perform detailed regression, functional, and exploratory testing to ensure product quality meets rigorous standards.

• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to the enhancement of our QA methodologies.

• Maintain clear and concise test documentation using test management tools (e.g., Azure DevOps Test Plans).

• Adapt and learn new technologies, including testing applications deployed in modern cloud environments (Azure, Docker, Kubernetes).

Skills & Experience Required

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Geomatics, Surveying Engineering, Geodesy, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.

• Experience: At least 3 years of professional experience in a relevant field (e.g., GNSS, surveying, quality assurance).

• Core Domain Knowledge:

• • Familiarity with GNSS positioning concepts (e.g., autonomous, SBAS, DGNSS, RTK, VRS, PPP).

• QA Skills:

• • Solid understanding of Quality Assurance principles and application testing approaches.

  • Experience in writing and managing test cases, ideally using tools like Azure DevOps Test Plans, TestRail, Xray, or Zephyr.

• Personal Attributes:

• • Highly motivated, self-driven, and meticulous with a keen eye for detail.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Good communication skills and full proficiency in English.

Ideal Qualifications:

• Direct experience operating a GNSS Real-Time Network using software like Trimble Pivot Platform (TPP) or other.

• A strong understanding of precise positioning concepts (e.g., autonomous, SBAS, DGNSS, RTK, VRS, PPP).

• Familiarity with GNSS data formats and protocols such as RTCM, CMRx, NTRIP, and RINEX.

• GNSS experience from sectors like agriculture, construction, or automotive.

• Familiarity with Trimble's RTX correction services.

• Experience with cloud platforms (especially Azure), Docker, and/or Kubernetes.

• Interest or experience in:

• • API testing (e.g., Postman, Python)

  • Performance testing (e.g., Locust, k6)

  • Test automation (e.g., WebdriverIO, Python/Pytest)

We Offer

• The thrilling opportunity to join our QA team in innovation-driven R&D organization focused on developing new software positioning products.

• A happy work culture in an international team of experts with more than 100 colleagues from 30 countries and six continents.

• Hybrid job profile and flexible working hours.

• A long-term, secure position with equitable compensation.

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

Application Deadline: Applications could be accepted until at least 30 days from the posting date.

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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