Data Platform Engineer

This position is at Trimble

The selection process will be fully managed by Trimble.

This opportunity is available in Stuttgart - Germany, Vilnius - Lithuania, Munich - Germany.

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Want to build the data infrastructure that will power the global evolution of digital construction? Trimble is looking for a skilled **Data Platform Engineer** to join our engineering team. **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. Field Systems: The Trimble Field Systems segment provides solutions to increase precision and productivity in construction tasks by empowering stakeholders to collect accurate information and manage conditions with cutting-edge technology. **Your Key Responsibilities:** * Design, develop, and maintain geospatial platform services using C# and Spark * Build and optimize cloud-native geospatial applications leveraging Azure / AWS / GCP services * Implement RESTful OpenAPI spec APIs, data models, and asynchronous processing systems * Write Python scripts for automation, testing, data analysis, or integration tasks * Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of backend components * Integrate and manage SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB) * Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and containerized deployments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) * Collaborate with frontend developers, DevOps engineers, and data teams * Conduct code reviews, write unit/integration tests, and follow best coding practices * Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical design decisions **Your Essential Skills & Experience:** * 5+ years of experience in big data platform development, 10+ years of software development experience. * Proven Spark experience * Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred; AWS or GCP also considered) * Working knowledge of Python for scripting, automation, or backend logic * Strong understanding of API design, microservices, and distributed systems * Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, etc.) * Production experience with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, SQL Server or similar * Experience with version control (Git) and agile development methodologies * Strong understanding of Linux system administration fundamentals. * Terraform or similar Infrastructure-as-Code experience * Large scale cloud application experience, with demonstrable ability to troubleshoot and solve production issues. **Bonus Points For:** * Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) * Experience with serverless architectures (e.g., Azure Functions, AWS Lambda) * Knowledge of event-driven systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, or Azure Service Bus) * Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (Application Insights, ELK, Prometheus, etc.) * Experience with geospatial datatypes (raster, vector, point cloud, mesh) * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills * Strong communication and teamwork abilities * Self-motivated and proactive with a focus on quality and delivery * Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and challenges **Location:** on-site in our Stuttgart office, 4 days in office, 1 day flexible, remote contract is not possible **Why You'll Enjoy 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." Data Platform Engineer, Data Engineer, Cloud Engineer, Software Engineer, Spark, Python, Linux, C#, Azure, GCP, AWS, API **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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