Full-Time
Lead Site Reliability Engineer
Posted on 11/30/2025
Trimble
5,001-10,000 employees
Connects physical industries to digital platforms
No salary listed
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Hybrid
 DevOps & Infrastructure (1) |
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- Observability: Proficiency with monitoring, logging, and tracing tools such as NewRelic (preferred), Datadog, Splunk.
- OpenTelemetry: Hands-on experience with the OpenTelemetry framework, including the APIs, SDKs, and the OpenTelemetry Collector would be beneficial.
- Coding and Scripting: Proficiency in at least one high-level language like Python, Go, or Java is crucial for building automation, tools, and monitoring scripts. Shell scripting (e.g., Bash) is also desired for system administration tasks. Experience with coding assistants like Copilot.
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Skills in tools like Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet are vital for automating the provisioning and management of infrastructure, ensuring consistency and repeatability.
- Cloud Platforms: Solid expertise with a major cloud provider such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), or Azure is expected
- Containerization and Orchestration: A command of Docker for containerizing applications and Kubernetes for managing those containers at scale
- AI in Observability: Heavily utilise migration tooling and AI to eliminate key tasks as well as optimising the collection, analysis, pre-configuration and implementation of alerts and dashboard configurations.
- Create and maintain AI agents required to perform onboardings, migrations and cost prevention tasks
- Platform Management & Scalability: maintain the entire observability platform that our customers rely on. This includes managing the Otel gateway and ensuring the observability platform is available and meeting our customers needs
- Performance & Cost Optimization: Proactively monitor and optimize the platform's performance and efficiency to ensure the platform remains performant and economically viable as our observability grows.
- Operational Excellence & Automation: Develop and maintain automation scripts and tools to streamline core SRE tasks, such as managing customer accounts, provisioning new data sources, and deploying updates. You'll use Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform to ensure consistent and reproducible delivery.
- Feature Enablement & Support: Work closely with engineering teams to ensure new features are built with reliability and scalability in mind. You'll also provide technical expertise to assist the business in resolving complex issues and understanding platform capabilities.
- Problem Management: you will input problems that impact customer experience and thorough root cause analysis to prevent future incidents.
- Observability Centre of Excellence: Play a key role in the Observability Centre of Excellence working closely with engineering teams to advise on best practices/standards for products/platforms to maximise/improve product availability, reliability, resiliency and security.
- Availability Management: On-board internal customers to our 24x7 Applications Support and Enterprise Status Page services
Trimble connects physical industries to digital technology with hardware, software, and services spanning design, construction, and operation. Its products include GPS devices, automated grade control, and 3D modeling tools like SketchUp, all offered on a unified platform via subscriptions. It differentiates itself through a long history of strategic acquisitions that create an integrated ecosystem and a move to a Connect and Scale model with recurring revenue. Its goal is to help plan, build, and operate projects more efficiently by unifying data and workflows across architecture, engineering, construction, and transportation.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Westminster, Colorado
Founded
1978
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q1 2026 revenue hit $940M with ARR at record $2.43B, up 12% year-over-year.
- Pinnacle Infotech MoU accelerates BIM workflows and Digital Twins in India and SAARC.
- Connect and Scale strategy drives $1.4B recurring revenue through subscription services.
What critics are saying
- Platform Science's 2024 telematics acquisition erodes Trimble's transportation revenue by 70-85% in 12-24 months.
- Trackunit's Goldman Sachs backing captures OEM partnerships, outpacing Trimble in AI telematics within 6-12 months.
- Autodesk Fusion MCP servers commoditize SketchUp's AI exclusivity, eroding moat in 12-18 months.
What makes Trimble unique
- Trimble connects physical industries like construction and agriculture via GPS and integrated software-hardware ecosystems.
- SketchUp Connector enables Claude AI to generate editable 3D models from natural language prompts.
- Document Crunch acquisition adds AI-powered contract analysis to Construction One platform.
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TerraBlaster aims for late 2026 launch with real-time NPK soil mapping at tractor speed. Elaine Watson | Published on: May 4, 2026 TerraBlaster - a startup using tech first deployed on the Mars rover to determine levels of key nutrients in the soil - has moved from concept to field-validated prototype, with commercial launch targeted by the end of 2026. Led by agtech industry OG Jorge Heraud, TerraBlaster uses laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) in rugged sensors that can be dragged by a tractor or ATV through the soil at a depth of around six inches to provide detailed maps outlining pH, plus levels of nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and other nutrients in real time. This can then be used to guide the more precise application of fertilizer, delivering ROI in the form of reduced input costs and increased yield, taking precision ag to a new level, says Heraud, who led precision ag at GPS/GNSS specialist Trimble before cofounding Blue River Technology - which was later acquired by John Deere for $305 million. Following extensive testing in Iowa last year, TerraBlaster plans to test a second-generation prototype in May-June, with further validation work in the fall, says Heraud, who was approached by Impossible Sensing to build a new company deploying its LIBS technology in agriculture last year. The initial go-to-market strategy is to sell the system to agronomists at ag retailers and soil-testing service providers. Right now, the tech works at 5mph, a speed Heraud reckons he can double to 10mph "pretty soon." The limits of traditional soil sampling. The price of the hardware is still being finalized, with costs expected to come down as the device gets smaller, says Heraud. But the basic proposition to farmers is that it won't cost more than what they currently pay for soil sampling, a slow, and labor-intensive process that lacks the granularity and convenience of TerraBlaster's approach. First, says Heraud, existing methods involve going into the field, taking multiple samples, mixing them, bagging them, and sending them to a lab, which returns results several days later, limiting the ability to make timely adjustments. Second, he claims, most farmers sample at around 2.5-acre grids, which masks significant variability within a field. For example, an area that looks uniformly high in nutrients at that resolution may contain a mix of high and low zones when measured more precisely, such that farmers either over- or under-apply fertilizer, leaving yield on the table. While they could increase sampling density, he says, this quickly becomes prohibitively expensive. In the image above, for example, the low-res version suggests the 2.5 acre plot highlighted in red is high in potassium. The more granular map provided by TerraBlaster using 1/6 acre grids shows that the plot actually contains several areas that are low in potassium. This level of detail allows farmers to apply the correct amount needed to the newly identified low spots, leading to potential increases in yield. Crucially, says Heraud, TerraBlaster's information is actionable for farmers, as standard fertilizer spreading machinery enables variable rate application. "You don't need [a more precise] see and spray type system [to capitalize on the insights from the LIBS data]. If you have a spreader that you bought maybe in the last 15 years, you can handle this." The Holy Grail: actionable info in real time. There are other high-tech approaches designed to assess nutrient levels in soil or plants, from Crop Diagnostix's RNA-based crop health early-warning system, which highlights nutrient deficiencies in plants weeks before visible symptoms appear, to satellite imaging that measures vegetation levels to estimate nutrient levels. However, crop based measurements are not much use before a crop is planted, which is when most fertilizer is applied observes Heraud, adding that TerraBlaster's system is also designed to integrate with spreading or spraying systems in real-time so that insights are immediately actionable. "You're getting fertilizer nutrient levels instantaneously and making fertilizer decisions [in real time]. That's the Holy Grail." Initially the device would be attached to the back of a tractor or ATV, but could in future be attached to the front of a nitrogen application machine from John Deere, CNH or AGCO for example. "So you would measure maybe in the front of the tractor and then only apply the amounts needed." Competing soil sensing tools. Other sensing approaches, he says, are promising, but not necessarily as accurate or as granular: "We measure nutrients in parts per million, like a lab does." According to Heraud: "There are companies out there using near infrared spectroscopy [for estimating soil organic matter, moisture, and texture] but it hasn't been very accurate [for direct measurement of NPK]. "You also have some companies using interpolation, which is a clever way of doing it [by measuring electrical conductivity or other properties in the soil that serve as proxies for nutrient levels]. But instead of measuring every two and a half acres, they measure every 10 acres, maybe." Scaling and deployment. TerraBlaster raised a $4 million pre-seed round backed by Khosla Ventures, Bidra, the VC arm of fertilizer giant OCP, and Trailhead capital among others last year, and is now raising a $10-15 million seed round to scale up the tech, says Heraud. "We have a company that produces the implement for us. There are some custom electronics that we've created, but we have a contract manufacturer that builds the boards for us. And the rest of the components you can buy off the shelf." Finding farmers for testing is also somewhat easier when you've spent a career building relationships in the sector, he says. "It does help knowing a lot of people in the industry." Right now, TerraBlaster is targeting open field crops such as corn, soy, wheat and certain vegetables rather than drip-irrigated crops in which fertilizer is added to irrigation systems, as those systems typically cannot apply the level of granularity to fertilizer application to fully benefit from TerraBlaster's data, he points out. "Drip irrigation is typically done in very big zones, but I think someday if they start having a more granular way of applying fertilizer, that [using TerraBlaster] would be good." What is laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS)? LIBS is a sensing technique that uses a high-energy laser pulse to briefly vaporize a tiny amount of material - such as soil - creating a plasma. As the plasma cools, it emits light at wavelengths that reveal the sample's elemental composition. By analyzing this spectral fingerprint, LIBS can rapidly measure nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and other nutrients and soil properties like pH, BpH and CEC in real time without the need for traditional lab testing, says Heraud. "There is a little bit of AI that is used as part of that as we need to figure out if the elements are in forms that are going to be uptaken by the plant. So we calibrate to the same things that a soil lab would report, which for example in phosphorus, is something called Mehlich 3 or Bray P1 and we can calibrate to those. We also need to calibrate to each soil type. But we've shown that our measurements are as accurate as a traditional soil lab in the many associations where we've tested so far."
Wills Bros picks Trimble kit from Sitech for A9 surveys. 22/04/2026 Wills Bros Civil Engineering has used Trimble survey equipment from Sitech for work on the A9 dualling project in Scotland.
Trimble and Pinnacle Infotech to accelerate India's digital infrastructure vision. MagazineCoverage Global leader in advanced technology solutions, Trimble has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pinnacle Infotech Solutions to strengthen its digital construction ecosystem and accelerate the adoption of design-led integrated engineering workflows across India and the SAARC region. This collaboration builds on a long-standing association between the two organizations and reflects a shared commitment to advancing innovation in the construction and infrastructure sector. This collaboration will also focus on driving the adoption of integrated digital workflows and improving how projects are planned and delivered. By bringing together Trimble's technology and Pinnacle's digital design, digital construction, and Digital Twin expertise, the partnership aims to make construction more coordinated, efficient, and predictable, especially for large and complex projects. Under the MoU, Pinnacle will scale the adoption of Trimble solutions, with Trimble supporting its digital design and engineering capabilities. Trimble and Pinnacle intend to collaborate to highlight the value of digital construction and the creation of Digital Twins across the full project lifecycle from concept and design to construction and operations by bringing together field and office solutions. A key focus of this collaboration will be Pinnacle's upcoming residential campus in Madurai, which is expected to serve as a live example of integrated AECO solutions. The two companies will also explore establishing a customer experience centre at the campus. This centre is envisioned as a dedicated industry platform to demonstrate how digital workflows can be applied in real project environments. It will serve as a hands-on learning space for developers, contractors, consultants and engineering professionals to better understand and adopt digital construction practices. By combining live project exposure with structured engagement, the centre aims to support industry and academia upskilling and help stakeholders move from awareness to implementation. It will also act as a reference site for showcasing how Digital Twins and connected workflows can improve coordination, visibility, and project delivery outcomes. Commenting on the partnership, Rajan Aiyer, Vice President & Managing Director, Trimble India & SAARC Region said, "We see this as a practical step towards making digital construction more accessible and easier to implement across projects. This deep collaboration with Pinnacle allows us to bring technology and execution closer together. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to support India's digital infrastructure vision by enabling wider adoption of BIM-led workflows and connected construction practices." Bimal Patwari, CEO & Co-founder, Pinnacle Infotech Solutions, added, "Our journey with Trimble has been instrumental in delivering complex projects successfully. Through this MoU, we are building on that foundation by expanding our use of Trimble's technologies and expanding our digital design & engineering capabilities across the AECO lifecycle. The proposed Trimble Customer Experience Center in our Madurai campus will bring this to life by creating a space to experience these technologies in action." The MoU marks the beginning of a broader collaboration between the two organisations as they look to support the industry's shift towards more connected and efficient ways of working.
Global Off-Highway Vehicle Telematics Market led by north america as Caterpillar and Trimble expand systems. Off-Highway Vehicle Telematics Off-Highway Vehicle Telematics Market is segmented by Sales Channel (Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Aftermarket) ROCKVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 6, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ - The "dumb machine" era in construction, mining, and agriculture is officially ending. According to the latest strategic outlook by Fact.MR, the global Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Telematics Market is undergoing a profound structural shift, with OEM factory-installed systems projected to hold a 64% market share by 2026. Driven by institutional investments - most notably Goldman Sachs Alternatives' recent majority acquisition of Trackunit - the industry is pivoting from simple GPS tracking to sophisticated, AI-driven SaaS platforms. With over 6.8 million active OEM units already in the field, telematics has moved from an "aftermarket luxury" to a "factory standard," essential for warranty alignment, remote diagnostics, and lifecycle management. Get Access Report Sample: Executive Market Quick-Stats (2026) Dominant Sales Channel: OEM Factory-Integrated (0% Share). Technology Leader: Cellular-based systems (0% Share) fueled by 5G rural expansion. Top Growth Engine: China (8% CAGR) and the United States (9.4% CAGR). Key Regulatory Catalyst: EU Machinery Regulation (effective Jan 2027) mandating remote safety monitoring. Institutional Milestone: Goldman Sachs/Hg investment in Trackunit (3 million+ connected assets). Strategic Analysis: The Shift from Hardware to Data Intelligence For equipment owners and rental fleets, the value proposition has shifted from "where is my machine?" to "how healthy is my engine?" The OEM Ecosystem: Major players like Caterpillar, John Deere, and Komatsu are now embedding connectivity as a baseline. The DEVELON MY platform launch in 2024 exemplifies this trend, turning real-time data into recurring service revenue while ensuring CAN bus compatibility that aftermarket retrofits often struggle to match. Connectivity Convergence: While cellular dominates due to lower costs and 5G expansion, the Trimble-Iridium partnership and ORBCOMM's dual-mode deployments ensure that remote mining operations in Australia and Africa remain connected via satellite when cellular gaps persist. Predictive Maintenance: Hardware-only providers are losing ground to subscription-based platforms like Trackunit's IrisX, which uses AI to process massive data volumes, significantly raising the bar for predictive accuracy and reducing unplanned downtime. Regional Growth Outlook (2026-2036) Projected CAGR Primary Market Driver 14th Five-Year Plan and rural 5G rollout for inland infrastructure. United States Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act and advanced JDLink analytics. Pre-compliance for EU 2023/1230; focus on AI-based efficiency. United Kingdom Digital asset mandates in the UK Construction Playbook. Rising (High) August 2025 Safety Omnibus Regulation mandating digital monitoring. Competitive Landscape: The Concentration of Platform Power The market is rapidly concentrating at the platform layer. While hardware remains fragmented, a select group of SaaS providers - including Trackunit, ORBCOMM, and TomTom Telematics - is building high-moat ecosystems through deep OEM partnerships and open APIs (AEMP 2.0). Strategic consolidation, such as Platform Science's acquisition of Trimble's telematics business in late 2024, indicates a market where scale and software integration depth are the ultimate differentiators. For decision-makers, long-term value is now driven by how well these platforms integrate with existing ERP and project management systems. Browse Full Report - To View Related Report: S. N. Jha Fact.MR +1 628-251-1583 email Hiawathaimplement here Powered by Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. Hiawathaimplement do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Trimble has signed an agreement to acquire Document Crunch, a construction-specific AI document analysis and risk management platform. Financial terms were not disclosed, and the transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026. Document Crunch's AI technology addresses critical pain points for contractors, including payment disputes, specification non-compliance and notification failures. The platform has been deployed on over 10,000 projects and serves general contractors, subcontractors, designers, owners and insurance carriers. The acquisition will integrate document intelligence and compliance automation across Trimble's Construction One ecosystem. Document Crunch's technology will provide a "contractual rule set" that automatically pushes critical obligations, compliance requirements and payment terms into Trimble's project delivery platform. The deal will be reported as part of Trimble's AECO segment.