QA Automation Engineer / SDET (AI)

Your Title: Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Job Location: Mexicali, Mexico

Our Business Segment: Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Owner Segment (AECO)

Ready to redefine software testing with the power of AI?

Trimble has an opening for a Software Developer Engineer in Test (SDET) Level 2 position in Mexicali, Mexico. It is an exciting time to join as we grow our Agentic AI offerings, bringing new AI features and technologies to our award-winning construction collaboration products.

The AI SDET is responsible for improving the quality of software releases through automation processes and tools enhancements.  Working in an agile development environment, the AI SDET will develop and apply customized AI testing methodologies to show measurable improvements to the released software.  This includes responsibility for using AI to automate test cases and pipeline workflows to accelerate our testing and release cycles. In addition, the AI SDET will be responsible for testing new AI components embedded within our product set.

What You Will Do

• Test new AI components that are embedded in Trimble products
• Develop and adapt AI test tools to our QA processes with a focus on increasing productivity
• Evangelize new AI test tools, techniques, and best practices to QA team members
• Train QA team members on the use of newly available AI tools
• Implement and maintain automation scripts and test automation framework
• Continuously evaluate and improve defined software processes, incorporating AI
• Evaluate and recommend new commercially available AI test tools 
• Define test objectives and collaborate with the QA Team and other departments to achieve project goals
• Perform moderately complex functional, application, regression, and performance testing
• Define and adhere to quality initiatives
• Provide metrics and results from all testing efforts that will support business decisions related to the quality of the Trimble software
• Detecting and mitigating model biases and risks. 
• Apply evaluation concepts on LLM , computervision, speech recognition, or any AI tools developed for Trimble products. 

Competencies 

• Willingness and ability to quickly adapt and maintain software products and current testing technologies 
• Ability to accurately estimate task durations and meet schedules 
• Well-organized, self-directed team player.  Remains open to others ideas, and exhibits willingness to try new things 
• Prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently and develop realistic action plans 
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to ensure quality
• Present information effectively, and is capable of interpreting written technical documentation 
• Adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands, and is able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events 
• Strategize and plan improvements in QA processes, tools, and best practices
• Demonstrate professionalism, strong English verbal and written skills, positive attitude, strong work ethic, innovation, and solid judgment 
• Able to thrive in a highly collaborative global team work environment

What Skills & Experience You Should Bring

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical field plus a minimum of two years relevant experience in software quality assurance and test automation 
• MCP server experience
• Strong understanding of AI basic concepts. (LLM, NLP, Machine Learning, others)
• Demonstrated experience with testing embedded AI products; AI test automation is a plus.
• Ability to create AI agents using multiple AI tools in a QA environment
• Prior experience in test automation and scripting in Python, C#, or Java
• Strong understanding of QA processes
• Knowledge of cloud and virtualization testing environments and deployment testing
• Strong technical skills 
• Experience with QA-related tools for requirements management, test management, and defect tracking 

What Skills & Experience You Could Bring

• Prior experience in a global work environment
• Knowledge of performance and security testing tools and techniques
• Familiar with embedded AI and chatbot testing techniques
• Working knowledge of Jira and/or C#
• Knowledge of construction back office functions and/or accounting  

Working Conditions 

Work takes place in an office setting. It requires the ability to sit and work at a keyboard for extended periods of time and communicate with team members and other departments in person and by phone, computer, and video teleconferencing.  

This position requires regular interaction with team members in an agile development environment.  The ability to be present at the work site on a core schedule that facilitates team interaction is essential to the successful performance of this job.

Reports to: Quality Assurance Manager 

Business Assignment: Trimble Construction Management Solutions

Direct Reports: None 

FLSA Classification: Exempt 

Schedule: Full Time 

About Trimble

Trimble is an industrial technology company, concentrated on helping the world work better. Our technology enables jobs to get done more precisely and accurately so you can build, construct, grow and move the things we need to live our lives and build future communities.

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

Posting Date

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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