Firmware Engineering Manager

About the role

Trimble's Civil Construction Field Systems (CCFS) is looking for a Firmware Engineering Manager in Christchurch, New Zealand. The role leads the technical direction of embedded solutions using sensor technologies such as IMU, GNSS and laser, supporting heavy equipment and grade control and automation. It is split roughly 60% people leadership and 40% hands-on development and mentorship.

Key responsibilities

• Guide and manage a high-performing engineering team focused on robust embedded solutions
• Direct the full firmware development lifecycle, from initial hardware bring-up to final production deployment
• Partner with product managers and architects to turn complex requirements into clear technical plans
• Serve as a senior technical mentor and escalation point for complex system challenges
• Champion continuous improvement with high standards and modern CI/CD practices

Required profile

• Proven track record of leading and managing engineering teams, including recruitment and performance coaching
• Bachelor's degree in Software, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Legal entitlement to work in New Zealand

Required skills

• C, C++ and Python
• Embedded Linux and build systems such as the Yocto Project
• Hardware bring-up and debugging
• Git, Jira and formal CI/CD methodologies

What we offer

• Work in the Christchurch engineering centre, which offers free parking, a gym, changing rooms and showers, table tennis and a social club
• Less than 5% travel, approximately once per year

Applicants must apply online through the posting. Only candidates legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered.