Tools and Automation Software Engineer

Ready to make a tangible impact on global aviation using cutting-edge GPS technology? Trimble is looking for a passionate problem-solver like you to join our team in Sunnyvale, where you will build and maintain core tools for the production and testing of cutting edge GPS receivers.

Trimble is a global technology company that connects the physical and digital worlds, transforming the ways work gets done. With relentless innovation in precise positioning, modeling and data analytics, Trimble enables essential industries including construction, geospatial, and transportation. Whether it's helping customers build and maintain infrastructure, design and construct buildings, optimize global supply chains or map the world, Trimble is at the forefront, driving productivity and progress. Field Systems: The Trimble Field Systems segment provides solutions to increase precision and productivity by empowering stakeholders to collect accurate information and manage conditions with cutting-edge technology. What Makes This Role Great: In this tools-focused role, you will be at the forefront of developing automation and support applications for world-class GPS receivers, directly influencing the performance and safety of numerous aircraft platforms. You will own the full software development lifecycle, championing scalable architectures and solving complex engineering challenges that shape the future of defense aviation technology. Key Exciting Responsibilities: Define and champion a maintainable architecture for a diverse family of command, control, and data analysis applications. Spearhead innovative projects from initial conceptualization and proposals through design validation and manufacturing launch. Partner with systems, hardware, and software teams to translate complex requirements into seamless, high-performance implementations. Ensure all applications meet rigorous documentation and process quality standards while solving complex manufacturing and engineering challenges. Essential Skills and Experience: BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Demonstrated expertise in requirements-driven Modular Structured Software architecture and design concepts. 5 + years of Software Engineering experience building PC desktop applications using Visual  Studio .NET and programming Languages: C++ or C# and Python 3.x. Familiarity with Configuration Management (CM) tools, processes, and software build/release systems. Database Management: Experience designing and interfacing with relational databases. GUI Development: Proven track record of implementing user-friendly Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs). Experience in one or more of the following: product test automation, device driver development, hardware verification, or in any other similar field. Bonus Points For: Familiarity with software processes frameworks such as CMMI, DO-178 and development processes such as Waterfall, Iterative Spiral, or Agile. Experience with Visual Basic. Logistics & Important Information: Location: Sunnyvale, CA (On-site) Travel Requirement: 0% Eligibility for Future Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD secret level clearance. U.S. Citizenship is a prerequisite for this process. Applicants must clearly indicate any previous DoD security clearance activity. DOD Secret Security Clearance Info: https://www.dcsa.mil/mc/pv/mbi/gicp/ *We are open to those wanting to relocate* 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