Your Title: C++ Mobile Software Engineer

Job Location: Christchurch, New Zealand

Our Department: Survey and Mapping

Are you an experienced software engineer with a passion for driving innovation and shaping the future of technology?

What You Will Do

As a C++ Mobile Software Engineer within our Survey and Mapping division, you’ll be a pivotal member of the Trimble Access development and modernization team. We are a global team, and in this role, you'll be based in our Christchurch office, collaborating closely with colleagues both locally and across Trimble's international facilities. Our team is responsible for an application encompassing GNSS & Optical positioning, data management, geometry, 3D visualization, cloud connectivity, radio communications, and market-specific workflows.

You will leverage your deep technical expertise, especially in C++ and cross-platform development (Windows and Android), to drive significant new features and modernize key components of the Trimble Access mobile platform. You’ll be involved in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), from initial design to implementation and maintenance.

Some of your core responsibilities will include:

Contributing to the modernization of Trimble Access components and infrastructure, ensuring the platform remains cutting-edge.

Proactively identifying and solving complex technical challenges, often working independently.

Collaborating with product managers, application specialists, and other software engineers to develop and improve our products.

Mentoring less experienced colleagues and acting as a technical go-to person.

Applying best practices and company policies to ensure high-quality outcomes.

What Skills & Experience You Should Bring

We're looking for someone who thrives on technical challenges and has a proven track record of delivering high-quality software. The most successful candidates will possess:

Extensive experience in software development with a strong focus on C++ and cross-platform development (Windows and Android).

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to take new perspectives on existing solutions.

A robust architectural understanding of complex software systems.

Demonstrated ability to lead small projects or mentor less experienced team members.

Experience in the geospatial survey domain or with data collection software is highly desirable.

About Your Location

Based at Trimble’s NZ headquarters in Christchurch, New Zealand (handily located on the Little River Link Cycleway), home to over 350 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 Our Survey and Mapping Division

Our Survey and Mapping division is at the forefront of the geospatial industry. We design, develop, and market cutting-edge solutions that enable professionals to measure, analyze, and manage spatial data with unprecedented accuracy and efficiency. Our innovative software and hardware products are trusted by surveyors, engineers, and geospatial professionals worldwide to solve complex challenges and drive progress.

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