Technical Support Lead

Trimble; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Trimble is seeking a Technical Support Team Lead for SketchUp in Chennai. You will guide a front-line team, optimize real-time workflows across 40+ processes, and own escalation handling to ensure SLAs are met.

You will build a culture of learning, trust, and accountability while collaborating with engineering and product teams to improve support readiness and customer outcomes. The role requires 1–2 years in tech support and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Arts and Sciences, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience.
• 1–2 years of technical support experience.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; customer-first approach.
• Proven ability to de-escalate high-stakes situations.
• Strong process orientation and data-driven problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day SketchUp support operations and drive performance.
• Balance case distribution across 40+ support processes and manage queues in real time.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for high-stakes issues and guide Tier II/Engineering when needed.
• Audit cases, update SOPs, and manage operational risks (outages/volume spikes).
• Ensure release readiness and participate in UAT and product releases.
• Develop agents through coaching, onboarding, and performance planning.

Skills

People Leadership

Coaching

Queue Management

Escalation Management

Quality Assurance

Process Ownership

Release Readiness

Change Management

Customer Focus

De-escalation

Analytical

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Arts and Sciences, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Ticketing Platforms

WFM Scheduling Systems

Job description

Lead Operational Excellence as a Technical Support Team Lead – SketchUp

Are you an empathetic, speed-focused technical leader with a passion for building high-performing support teams and delighting creative professionals? Trimble is seeking a dynamic Technical Support Team Lead to guide and elevate our SketchUp support organization. In this pivotal role, you will oversee day-to-day operations, drive operational efficiency, and cultivate a culture of continuous learning and mutual trust across our front-line support agents.

About Us: Dedicated to the world’s tomorrow, Trimble is a technology company delivering solutions that enable our customers to work in new ways to measure, build, grow and move goods for a better quality of life. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics connect the digital and physical worlds to improve productivity, quality, safety, transparency and sustainability. From purpose-built products and enterprise lifecycle solutions to industry cloud services, Trimble is transforming critical industries such as construction, geospatial, agriculture and transportation to power an interconnected world of work. For more information about Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB), visit: www.trimble.com

About SketchUp: SketchUp is the world's most popular 3D modeling and design software, utilized by millions of architects, engineers, interior designers, and creative pioneers worldwide to transform conceptual ideas into constructible realities.

What Makes This Role Great: Built upon the primary pillars of Speed, Resolution, and Empathy, this position offers a unique blend of strategic operational ownership and compassionate people leadership. You will act as the \"primary protector\" of team goals, driving day-to-day workflow efficiency while fostering a supportive culture built on trust, psychological safety, and accountability. As the primary escalation point and subject matter authority, you will work closely with leadership, engineering, and product release teams, playing a vital role in shaping the support ecosystem for millions of active SketchUp users.

Key Exciting Responsibilities

People Leadership & Agent Development

Conduct weekly 1-on-1 coaching sessions, drive onboarding for new hires (interviewing, training, tailored plans), and actively cultivate a team environment built on reliability, positivity, and psychological safety.

Real-Time Queue & Capacity Management

Monitor and adjust agent schedules in real time. Manually balance case distribution across 40+ support processes and step in for \"queue overflow\" (emails, chats, calls) during peak volumes to ensure every SLA is met.

Escalation Management & De-escalation

Serve as the primary point of contact for high-stakes customer escalations, stepping in to resolve complex issues and serving as the final internal authority before cases escalate to Tier II or Engineering.

Quality Assurance & Process Ownership

Audit agent cases to maintain high-quality standards, update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), identify workflow gaps, and implement immediate contingency plans for operational risks like outages or volume spikes.

Release Readiness & Change Management

Represent the Customer Support perspective during User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and product release cycles to ensure team readiness for \"Day 1\" support needs.

Essential Skills & Experience

Education & Professional Background

Bachelor’s degree in Arts and Sciences, Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience, combined with 1–2 years of technical support experience.

Leadership & Coaching

Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop front-line agents, with a strong commitment to setting clear expectations and holding team members accountable.

Customer Focus & De-escalation

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a compassionate, customer-first approach and proven success in de-escalating high-stakes situations.

Process & Analytical Mastery

Strong process orientation, meticulous attention to detail, and proven critical thinking skills applied to root‑cause analysis and queue optimization.

Time & Urgency Management

Outstanding organizational skills to balance high volume, response speed, and resolution quality in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.

Bonus Points For

Direct experience supporting SketchUp or similar 3D modeling, CAD, or graphic design software ecosystems. Familiarity with enterprise support ticketing platforms, phone/chat management tools, and workforce management (WFM) scheduling systems. Proven track record in process mapping, SOP development, and driving cross-functional change management.

Logistics

Department: SketchUp / Customer Support
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Chennai

Why You'll Love 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. 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. 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\". Enjoy true flexibility: We offer flexible work arrangements, which are a significant driver for employees joining and staying with us.

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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Trimble is transforming the way the world works by delivering products and services that connect the physical and digital worlds. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics enable customers to improve productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability. From purpose built products to enterprise lifecycle solutions, Trimble software, hardware and services are transforming a broad range of industries such as agriculture, construction, geospatial and transportation and logistics. For more information about Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB), visit www.trimble.com.