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Software Development Engineer in Test

Trimble Inc. Knoxville, Tennessee, United States

onsitefull-time

Salary: $63,900 - $87,900 / year

Posted Feb 4, 2026

Role & seniority: SDET I (AI & Automation Specialist); entry-level to early-career software QA/automation engineer

Stack/tools: test automation and scripting; enterprise QA tools; agile QA processes; cloud/virtualization testing; Jira/Zephyr; AI/ML testing tools (e.g., Copilot, Notebook LM, Gemini) as applicable

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Execute and evolve automation; maintain scripts and robust test frameworks for enterprise apps

  • Validate AI/ML features by analyzing model outputs to ensure reliability and quality

  • Drive quality cycles via functional/regression testing in an agile environment; collaborate with QA and development teams

Must-have skills

  • Bachelor’s in CS or related field; 1+ years in software quality assurance with a focus on test automation

  • Proficiency in automated test script creation/maintenance for enterprise apps

  • Familiarity with QA processes/methodologies (agile); cloud/virtualization testing; Jira/Zephyr

  • Experience with QA tools for requirements/test/defect management

Nice-to-haves

  • Global work experience; performance/load/security testing tools

  • Experience with AI-driven testing tools; relevant QA/test automation certifications

  • Location & work type: Knoxville, TN; in-office role (onsite)

Full Description

Elevate Construction Technology as our next SDET I (AI & Automation Specialist)! Ready to make a tangible impact on global industries using cutting-edge AI? Trimble is looking for a passionate problem-solver like you to join our Knoxville team! You will support software release quality through the execution of test automation and validation of AI model performance, helping to accelerate the release cycles for our acclaimed construction collaboration products. About Us Trimble is a global technology company that connects the physical and digital worlds, transforming the ways work gets done. With relentless innovation in precise positioning, modeling and data analytics, Trimble enables essential industries including construction, geospatial and transportation. Whether it's helping customers build and maintain infrastructure, design and construct buildings, optimize global supply chains or map the world, Trimble is at the forefront, driving productivity and progress. AECO: The Trimble AECO segment provides digital construction solutions that increase precision and productivity for Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations. What Makes This Role Great: In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our digital construction revolution, directly ensuring the reliability of AI-driven features that help the world build better. You won't just be finding bugs; you’ll be a "visionary pragmatist," shaping the future of AECO by implementing innovative AI/ML testing techniques that move our industry forward. Key Exciting Responsibilities Execute and evolve automation: Help maintain automation scripts and contribute to robust test frameworks that power our enterprise applications. Validate AI frontiers: Gain hands-on experience with AI/ML techniques, analyzing and interpreting model outputs to ensure our smartest features are also our most reliable. Drive quality cycles: Perform functional and regression testing within an agile environment to support the high-speed delivery of quality software. Collaborate for excellence: Partner with the broader QA team and developers to define test objectives and research new performance tools. Essential Skills & Experience Demonstrated test automation and scripting skills. Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical field plus a minimum of 1+ years of relevant experience in software quality assurance with a focus on test automation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Good understanding of QA processes and methodologies, including agile practices. Familiarity with automated test script creation and maintenance for enterprise applications. Familiarity with cloud and virtualization testing environments. Proficiency with business software tools such as Jira/Zephyr for test and defect management. Experience with QA-related tools for requirements management, test management, and defect tracking. Bonus Points For Prior experience in a global work environment. Knowledge of performance, load, and security testing tools. Experience with AI-driven testing tools (e.g., Copilot, Notebook LM, Gemini). Relevant professional certifications in QA or test automation. Location: Knoxville, TN, 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." SDET, Software Development Engineer in Test, QA Engineer, Quality Assurance, Test Automation, AI Testing, Machine Learning QA, Knoxville Jobs, AECO Technology, Agile Testing, Jira, Software Testing. Compensation: Trimble provides the following compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full time schedule. Trimble reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law. Hiring Range $63,900.00–$87,900.00 Pay Rate Type Salary Bonus Eligible? No Commission Eligible? No Benefits: Trimble offers comprehensive core benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Time off plans and retirement plans. Most of our businesses also offer tax savings plans for health, dependent care and commuter expenses as well as Paid Parental Leave and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. If this position is identified above as commission- or bonus-eligible, the terms of the commission plan or discretionary bonus plan for which you are eligible will be provided following the employee start date. How to Apply: Please submit an online application for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply Now’ button located in this posting. Application Deadline: Applications could be accepted until at least 30 days from the posting date. At Trimble, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Guided by our core values—Belong, Innovate, and Grow—we embrace and celebrate differences, knowing they make us stronger and more innovative. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds and advancing opportunities while embracing race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other protected and diverse characteristic. We are committed to offering our candidates and employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs the ability to seek reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law and/or where it would not constitute undue hardship for Trimble. For more, please see Trimble's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics at https://investor.trimble.com, under “Corporate Governance.” Our mission to transform the way the world works starts with transforming how we work together. By actively listening, asking questions, and taking intentional actions, we cultivate a culture that provides equitable opportunities for everyone to contribute and grow. Trimble’s Privacy Policy If you need assistance or would like to request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact AskPX@px.trimble.com. 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 a broad range of industries such as agriculture, construction, geospatial and transportation and logistics. For more information about Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB), visit www.trimble.com.

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