Software Development Engineer in Test

Your Title: Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Job Location: Christchurch, NZ

Our Department: Forestry

Elevate Quality and Innovation as our next SDET (Playwright Specialist) in Trimble Forestry!

Are you ready to revolutionize how the global timber industry operates by building high-scale, automated testing solutions? Join Trimble Forestry’s world-class R&D team in Christchurch to design robust frameworks and drive the technical maturity of our mission-critical software systems!

About Us:

Trimble is an industrial technology company transforming the way the world works by delivering solutions that enable our customers to thrive. We create technologies that connect the digital and physical worlds, helping our customers increase productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability. From purpose-built products to enterprise-level solutions, our technology empowers professionals in construction, geospatial, government, transportation, and more.

T&L: In the Transportation & Logistics segment, our solutions make it safer, simpler, and more efficient to move freight (and timber in our instance) - bringing together a global network of shippers, carriers, brokers, and 3PLs.

What Makes This Role Great:

In this role, you will be the primary architect of quality for our forestry product suite, directly influencing the reliability of global timber supply chains and shaping the future of sustainable resource management through cutting-edge test automation.

Key Exciting Responsibilities

• Design and evolve scalable automated test frameworks using Playwright to provide rapid feedback for complex, customer-facing systems

• Spearhead the integration of automated suites into CI/CD pipelines to ensure seamless, high-confidence deployments

• Partner with engineering teams to improve system observability and testability, embedding quality at the very start of the development lifecycle

• Lead initiatives that solve high-level technical testing challenges across distributed services and web applications

• Mentor fellow engineers on quality best practices, acting as a technical lighthouse for modern automation standards.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience building and maintaining robust test automation frameworks using Playwright or similar modern tools

• Strong proficiency in modern software engineering principles, particularly with web-based applications and APIs

• Proven ability to work independently to solve complex technical problems within an Agile delivery environment

• Demonstrated experience in defect lifecycle management, including clear documentation, reproduction steps, root cause collaboration, and validation of fixes

• Hands-on experience managing and maintaining Jira (or similar tools), including triaging incoming issues, refining and updating existing defects, maintaining backlog hygiene, and ensuring accurate status tracking

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to keep project boards and defect registers clean, prioritised, and aligned with delivery goals

• Only applicants who are legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered.

Bonus Points For:

• Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure for deployment, automation, or general troubleshooting

• Deep understanding of Forestry or T&L industry workflows

• Experience optimizing performance testing and security testing within automation pipelines.

Logistics:

Location: Christchurch, New Zealand - In Office
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."

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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