Lead Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Lead Software Development Engineer in Test

Lead E-Commerce Quality Assurance and Automation as Our Next Lead SDET Engineer

Trimble is seeking a collaborative engineering leader to direct quality strategies for our global e-commerce platforms. You will architect robust UI, API, and performance testing frameworks while mentoring a talented engineering team to deliver seamless digital experiences.

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.

Corporate: Trimble empowers customers to drive productivity and progress with connected hardware and software solutions.

What Makes This Role Great

In this role, you will hold complete technical ownership over the e-commerce quality ecosystem, bridging advanced automation with strategic leadership by serving as a proxy scrum master and cross-functional collaborator to drive an ambitious 80% automation standard across diverse time zones.

Key Exciting Responsibilities

• Partner with architects and product owners globally to align test strategies with overall system architectures

• Design, develop, and scale highly reusable test automation frameworks covering complex frontend UI, REST APIs, and backend integrations

• Direct the execution of manual, automation, and performance test suites while managing end-to-end environment setups.

• Champion a high-performance culture by providing direct technical guidance, code reviews, and mentorship to an agile team of 2 to 3 engineers.

• Integrate automated tests and quality metrics directly into active CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous release confidence.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Solid professional experience spanning 7 to 12 years strictly within dedicated SDET or QA leadership roles. 

• Core proficiency in TypeScript and Playwright for building modern web automation frameworks. 

• Secondary development familiarity with Java or Python alongside testing tools such as Selenium, Cypress, RestAssured, or Postman. 

• Hands-on experience executing performance testing suites utilizing JMeter, LoadRunner, or Gatling to diagnose complex bottlenecks.

• Comprehensive grasp of Agile Scrum frameworks, risk mitigation planning, and managing automated suites inside CI/CD tools like Jenkins.

Bonus Points For

• Deep domain knowledge of e-commerce web platform testing strategies and active hands-on familiarity with the AWS cloud ecosystem.

 • Academic foundation consisting of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related technical discipline.

Logistics

Location: Chennai, India, In-Office

Work Mode: In-Office

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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Experience Level

Senior Level