Software Engineering Team Lead

Trimble Inc.•Dayton, OH

1d•$136,400 - $187,500•Onsite

About The Position

Trimble is seeking an inspiring Software Engineering Team Lead to guide a high-performing engineering group, drive complex software development lifecycles, and deliver high-impact positioning solutions. 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. Trimble Field Systems develops hardware, software and services that connect the site to the office for key industries around the world, including civil construction, surveying, mapping, automotive, marine, utilities and more. Leveraging decades of expertise and a commitment to driving innovative breakthroughs, we offer solutions that drive digital transformation across your field operations. In this role, you will hold primary accountability for delivering complex positioning and controls algorithm projects, combining technical leadership with team mentorship to directly influence next-generation product lifecycles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a closely related technical field.
5+ years of progressive experience in software or systems engineering roles.
Demonstrated knowledge of software development lifecycles and product development processes.
Strong project management, organizational, and technical problem-solving capabilities.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) workflows.
Technical background in Control and State Estimation Theory.
Proven track record in coaching, mentoring, and facilitating the development of engineering teams.
Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

Coach and empower an engineering team to foster collaborative relationships across cross-functional groups and achieve key business goals.
Establish team-level strategies to solve complex technical challenges across positioning, control algorithms, and system component design.
Drive the full software development lifecycle to meet quality, cost, and time-to-market targets for new product introductions.
Apply foundational product development expertise to guide conceptual design, data analysis, requirements management, and failure resolution.
Collaborate with business leaders, suppliers, and key stakeholders to advance technology solutions impacting global field systems.