Garmin

Front End Software Engineer

Garmin • $90K — $110K *
Olathe, KS 66062In-Person
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field with minimum 2 years experience.
  • Excellent academics (GPA 3.0+).
  • Proficient in Java and associated web frameworks.
  • Experience with JavaScript frameworks (Node.js, React, Vue).
  • Familiarity with secure coding practices and web standards (XHTML, CSS).
  • Effective communication skills in written and verbal contexts.

Responsibilities

  • Provide solutions for complex software problems.
  • Maintain and enhance existing software with minimal oversight.
  • Collaborate professionally in a team to solve technical challenges.
  • Work with global teams using technologies like Vue.js and GraphQL.
  • Review tasks for accuracy and sound technical judgment.
  • Develop and implement testing processes in collaboration with IT Analysts.
  • Plan small/medium projects and contribute to feasibility assessments.

Benefits

  • Eligible for Garmin's comprehensive benefits program.
Full Job Description
Overview

We are seeking a full-time Front End Software Engineer at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, enhancing, and developing single and multi-system applications as part of a structured Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) process.

Essential Functions
  • Provides solutions for complex software problems for existing applications
  • Maintains, improves, and extends existing software with limited assistance from other associates
  • Works collaboratively/professionally in a team environment to determine general approach and specific solutions to technical problems and achieve goals
  • Collaborates with global engineering teams using exciting technologies including Vue.js, Node.js, Express, GraphQL, Elasticsearch, CSS3, and HTML5
  • Reviews complex tasks for soundness of technical judgment and overall adequacy/accuracy
  • Works with Garmin IT Analysts to develop/implement unit and system testing processes for single or multi system projects
  • Responsible for planning small/medium-sized projects or tasks, makes substantial contributions to determining the feasibility of goals/objectives, and provides reliable solutions to a variety of problems using sound problem solving techniques
  • Performs technical root cause analysis and outlines corrective action for given problems
  • Serves as a mentor to less experienced IT Software Engineers (Software Engineer 1)
  • Demonstrates proficient use/knowledge of established standards/procedures, learns how to use/apply engineering tools as needed, and documents work thoroughly and in an organized manner
  • Understands change is important and adapts well, demonstrates quality/effectiveness in work documentation and organization, and participates in project definition activities including feature analysis and system tradeoffs
  • Designs, enhances and develops single and multi-system applications written in Java

Basic Qualifications

All Teams:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or related field AND a minimum of 2 years relevant experience
  • Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
  • Demonstrated experience in successful implementation of technology solutions
  • Must demonstrate proficiency and possess experience necessary to design, enhance and develop single and multi-system applications
  • Demonstrated ability to learn and understand secure coding practices
  • Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Must possess programming experience using Java, Java Server Pages (JSP), Java Servlets, JDBC, Java Enterprise Edition technologies, O/R mapping (Hibernate, Toplink), Java Web Frameworks (Struts, JSF)
  • Demonstrated proficiency in writing software in developmental languages (JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, React/Vue/Angular, HTML/CSS)
  • Must demonstrate an understanding of web standards (XHTML, CSS) relevant to Garmin's business needs

Desired Qualifications
  • Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
  • Previous experience working in a team environment


This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits

About Garmin

Garmin Ltd. is an American multinational technology company founded in 1989 by Gary Burrell and Min Kao in Lenexa, Kansas. The company specializes in GPS technology for automotive, aviation, marine, outdoor, and sport activities. Garmin's products serve aviation, marine, automotive, wireless, outdoor recreation, and fitness markets. The company's goal is to create navigation and communication devices that can enrich customers' lives. Garmin has offices in the United States, Europe, and Asia. The company's products are sold in over 100 countries.
Learn more about Garmin
Size
18,700 employees
Market Cap
$17.5 billion
Industry
Consumer Technology
Net Income
$992.3 million
Founded
1989
5 Year Trend
+10.3%
Revenue
$4.1 billion
NASDAQ
GRMN
* Ladders Estimates

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