Your Title: Software Engineer (early career)
Job Location: Christchurch, NZ
Our Department: Geospatial (part of Trimble Field Systems)
Take your career to the next level, join Trimble as an early career software engineer, developing a cross-platform application in an industry-leading global tech company!
What You Will Do
As an early career Software Engineer within our Geospatial group, you will assist with the development of Trimble Access, the world's leading data collection software for land surveyors and civil engineers. Our customers build roads, railways, tunnels, bridges, and buildings, they subdivide the land and locate underground utilities.
As part of our Christchurch-based development team, you will be involved in the development of an application that spans radio communications, geodetics, geometry, 3D visualisation, cloud connectivity, and much more. Development is cross-platform on Windows and Android.
You will work in collaboration with the Product Manager, Applications Specialists, Engineering Manager, and other Software Engineers, both locally and in Trimble facilities worldwide.
Daily, this will have you doing the following:
Development in C++ & C# for a mobile environment
Understanding, analysing, designing, implementing, and testing new features
Analysing, fixing, and testing bugs.
What you'll bring?
Along with being a motivated team player, with strong work prioritisation skills, and a collaborative communication and working style, you will also possess:
BSc. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related degree
Demonstrable early career level experience as a software engineer
Experience in applications development, ideally with strong C# & C++ skills
Ability to contribute and add value to this dynamic team environment
A desire to learn, a “can-do” attitude, and an open mind
Curiosity and willingness to learn
Nice to haves (but not essential):
Android development experience
Knowledge and experience with interactive/real-time application development
Experience or interest in surveying, civil engineering or the geospatial industry.
About Your Location
Based at Trimble’s NZ headquarters in Christchurch, New Zealand (handily located on the Little River Link Cycleway), home to over 300 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.
At Trimble, you'll find the inspiration and opportunity to be yourself and thrive. The global community of Team Trimble, including more than 400 people in New Zealand, is passionate about bringing new ideas and innovations to life and building a better, more sustainable future.
Please note: Only applicants legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered.
About Geospatial (a division of Trimble Field Solutions)
Trimble Geospatial provides solutions that facilitate high-quality, productive workflows and information exchange, driving value for a diverse global customer base of surveyors, engineering and GIS service companies, governments, utilities, and transportation authorities.
Our technologies include integrated sensors, field applications, real-time communications, and office software for processing, modelling, and data analytics. Whether enabling more efficient use of natural resources or enhancing the performance and lifecycle of civil infrastructure, timely and reliable geospatial information is at the core of Trimble's geospatial solutions.
For more information, visit: geospatial.trimble.com.
How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button located in this posting.
Posting Date
09/15/2025Application 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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What We Do
Trimble is transforming the way the world works by delivering products and services that connect the physical and digital worlds. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics enable customers to improve productivity, quality, safety and sustainability. From purpose built products to enterprise lifecycle solutions, Trimble software, hardware and services are transforming industries such as agriculture, construction, geospatial and transportation. For more information about Trimble (NASDAQ:TRMB), visit: www.trimble.com.
Trimble products are used in over 141 countries around the world. Employees in more than 30 countries, coupled with a highly capable network of dealers and distribution partners serve and support customers worldwide. As the market leader in most of our businesses, we offer a compelling value proposition to our customers based on productivity, return on investment and environmental stewardship. Come position yourself with an innovative industry leader and position yourself for success.
