Software Development Test Engineer

Software Development Engineer in Test 2

Your Title: Software Development Test Engineer 2

Job Location: Chennai/India

Our Department: Civil Constructions Field Software

Are you an experienced Software Development Test Engineer ready for your next challenge? Join us in a vibrant and inclusive environment where action meets innovation!

What You Will Do

As an Automation Testing Engineer you'll craft software tools and scripts to amplify our automated testing framework, seamlessly integrating functional, integration, and performance testing within our Continuous Integration System. Your role involves designing, coding, and validating automated tests for new features, enhancements, and products. Execute test plans, track and verify fixes, and maintain top-notch automation code quality through innovative testing techniques. Work successfully with developers, DevOps, and project managers, playing a key role in delivering exceptional products to a diverse range of customers. 

• Assist in writing, executing, and validating basic automated test cases for software components, feature enhancements, and new products.

• Work with cross-functional teams, developers, and senior SDETs to design, develop, and enhance automated testing tools, scripts, and frameworks.

• Contribute to the planning and implementation of automated functional, integration, and performance tests within the Continuous Integration (CI) system.

• Document defects accurately, validate fixes and ensure adherence to software quality standards.

• Participate in code reviews, providing suggestions to senior SDET Engineers to maintain automation code quality.

• Support the setup and maintenance of testing environments to simulate real-world conditions.

• Contribute to documenting testing processes, procedures, and best practices for wider team understanding.

• Help analyze testing data and metrics to ensure relevance and accuracy, and provide insights into the effectiveness of testing strategies.

• Act as the gatekeeper for ensuring the quality and reliability of products.

• Participate in bug triage, verifying reported defects and providing additional information as needed.

• Seek guidance and mentorship from senior colleagues to enhance knowledge and skills in automated test engineering. 

What Skills & Experience You Should Bring

• BS / B.E / B.Tech or M.E / M.Tech / M.S. in Computer Science Engineering/ Computer Science Related or an equivalent degree.

• Have 2 to 5 years of experience in white box testing and load leading testing effort.

• Knowledge of programming languages commonly used for test automation (e.g, Java, Python, C#, SQL).

• Knowledge in front end and backend automation, load testing with tools like Selenium, Playwright/Cypress, K6, Postman etc.,

• Experience with Azure Test Plan and CI/CD pipelines for automating testing and deployment processes.

• Understanding of various software testing methodologies, including functional, integration, performance, and/or regression testing.

• Familiarity with the concepts and principles of automated testing, including creating scalable and maintainable test scripts.

• Problem-solving skills and the ability to write, maintain, and debug automated test scripts that cover various testing scenarios.

• Professional experience in creating frameworks to run performance tests.

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changing project requirements.

• Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

About Trimble

Dedicated to the world’s tomorrow, Trimble is a technology company delivering solutions that enable our customers to work in new ways to measure, build, grow and move goods for a better quality of life. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics connect the digital and physical worlds to improve productivity, quality, safety, transparency and sustainability. From purpose-built products and enterprise lifecycle solutions to industry cloud services, Trimble is transforming critical industries such as construction, geospatial, agriculture and transportation to power an interconnected world of work. For more information about Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB), visit: www.trimble.com

Location: Chennai

Under full-time in-office work arrangement, this resource primarily supports the Field Systems Segment and works collaboratively across the CCFS Cloud Software teams.

About Our CCFS Cloud Software Division

We work on cloud solutions which help connect office and field for Civil Construction Softwares.

Trimble’s Inclusiveness Commitment

We believe in celebrating our differences. That is why our diversity is our strength. To us, that means actively participating in opportunities to be inclusive. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion have guided our current success while also moving our desire to improve. We actively seek to add members to our community who represent our customers and the places we live and work. We have programs in place to make sure our people are seen, heard, and welcomed and most importantly that they know they belong, no matter who they are or where they are coming from.

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