Trimble

Trimble

Linux C++ Software Engineer – Embedded / Machine Control

US - OH, Dayton · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$116k-$159kDetected 16 days ago
PythonGoC++AngularCode ReviewLinuxAgileLogisticsEmbedded SystemsControlsBDDTCP/IPLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

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57Sponsors, lottery-bound
Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role90
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level III)83
Fits your clock70

Sponsors, but it's cap-subject — you still face the weighted lottery (~45% per draw at Level III). Good if you win; have a cap-exempt backup on your list.

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H-1B wage level

the lottery is wage-weighted — each level is one more entry

Level II · 2×
Level I$80,6621 entry
Level II$99,8402 entries
Level III$119,0183 entries
Level IV$138,1954 entries

$3,418 more — $119,018 — moves this role to Level III and 3 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.

Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $119,018 would place this position at wage Level III. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Software Developers" for prevailing-wage purposes.

DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Software Developers (15-1252) · Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.

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Green-card follow-through: 78%

Of 9 labor certifications old enough to have been used, 2 expired without the employer filing the next step. Median time from filing to decision: 508 days.100% of their filings were for a worker who already held the job.Only certifications past the 180-day window are counted — recent ones cannot have expired yet.

Files H-1B transfers

4 transfer filings in the last year, covering 4 workers. Median labor-condition decision: 7 days. An employer that already files transfers is one that can take over an existing H-1B.

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About the role

  • Step into a high-impact role where your expertise in modern C++ and Linux directly influences site safety, productivity, and the next generation of earthmoving technology!
  • From purpose-built products to enterprise-level solutions, our technology empowers professionals in construction, geospatial, government, transportation, and more.
  • About CTCT: Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies (CTCT) is a joint venture between Caterpillar Inc. and Trimble Inc.

Responsibilities

  • Software Design & Development Design and implement C++ software for complex machine-control applications, leveraging multithreading in Linux environments to ensure high-performance execution.
  • Deliver and support software components that enable efficient commissioning workflows and seamless machine integration within the Trimble Earthworks ecosystem.
  • Apply object-oriented design, software engineering principles, and coding best practices to develop reliable, maintainable, and high-performance software.
  • Technical Leadership Lead design discussions and contribute to architectural decisions for commissioning and machine-integration software.
  • Mentor and guide other engineers, fostering their technical growth through actionable feedback and support.
  • Drive adoption of effective engineering practices that improve software quality, maintainability, and team productivity.
  • Resolve complex system-level issues through root-cause analysis and develop sustainable solutions.
  • Identify and drive improvements in software quality, reliability, performance, and maintainability.
  • Collaboration & Delivery Partner cross-functionally with Product Managers, Architects, QA, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
  • Contribute to planning, estimation, requirements analysis, and delivery activities to support predictable execution.

Requirements

  • Networking & Communication: Experience with CAN, Ethernet-based application-layer protocols, and TCP/IP client-server communication.
  • Software Tooling: Experience with C++ package management tools such as Conan and familiarity with build and dependency-management practices.
  • Scripting & Automation: Experience with Python, GoLang, Gherkin for scripting, automation, testing, or development support.
  • Collaboration & Communication: Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional and distributed engineering teams.
  • Systems & Real-Time Software: Working knowledge of real-time operating systems, Linux system internals, and embedded software development.

Skills

  • Exposure to web technologies such as Angular is a plus.
  • Logistics: Location: Dayton, Ohio (On-site / Office-based)
  • Future of Machine Control:
  • Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies (CTCT) is a joint venture between Caterpillar Inc. and Trimble Inc.
  • For more information on currently developed products, see http://construction.trimble.com/earthworks
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering,
  • Software Engineering, or a related technical field Advanced C++ Proficiency:
  • Linux & Multithreading:

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 $115,600.00-$158,900.00 Pay Rate Type Salary Bonus Eligible?

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.
  • Debugging & Quality Ensure comprehensive test coverage across unit, integration, and system-level test coverage to support software quality and reliability.

Company info

  • Trimble is an in dustrial 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.
  • This division develops positioning, control and automation products for earthmoving and paving machines in the construction and mining industries, using technologies such as GNSS, IMUs, optical total stations, lasers and sonics.
  • The products are used in a range of applications where the operator of the machine benefits from having accurate horizontal and vertical guidance.
  • For more information on currently developed products, see http://construction.trimble.com/earthworks What Makes This Role Great: We are seeking a hands-on Lead Software Engineer with strong expertise in C++ to design, develop, and maintain software solutions for machine-control applications.
  • This role is part of the Integration and Commissioning product group within Trimble's CTCT division, which develops and supports systems software, commissioning workflows, and infrastructure that enables the Machine System Software solution across a range of grade control machines.
  • In this role, you will apply your expertise in C++, object-oriented design, multithreaded systems, and Linux environments to deliver reliable, high-quality software solutions.
  • As a technical lead, you will take ownership of complex engineering problems, contribute to software architecture and design decisions, and collaborate closely with cross-functional and distributed teams.
  • While remaining hands-on in software development, you will provide technical guidance to engineers, lead technical discussions and code reviews, and help drive consistent engineering practices across the team.
  • Key Exciting
  • Key Exciting Responsibilities: Software Design & Development Design and implement C++ software for complex machine-control applications, leveraging multithreading in Linux environments to ensure high-performance execution.

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