Garmin

Senior Software Engineer - Java/Kotlin

Garmin • $112K — $135K *
Boulder, CO 80302In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field and at least 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination
  • Excellent academic record with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Proficiency in architecting software systems using Java and/or Kotlin with Spring Framework
  • Experience leading complex software projects
  • Ability to break down functional requirements into actionable tasks
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Lead software development efforts in Java, Kotlin, and the Spring Framework
  • Analyze and decompose functional requirements into manageable tasks
  • Research and implement algorithmic solutions to complex problems
  • Provide peer evaluations on technical designs and software architectures
  • Mentor junior engineers and offer guidance in project work
  • Participate in project leadership and technical planning
  • Contribute to technical research and process improvement initiatives

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefit program
  • Opportunities for training and professional development
  • Flexible work hours to accommodate project needs
  • Supportive team environment that fosters growth
  • Involvement in innovative projects that aim to enhance user experience
Full Job Description
Overview

We are seeking a full-time Senior Software Engineer in our Boulder, CO location. In this role, you will be responsible for architecting, implementing and testing the Garmin Pay feature in Java, Kotlin and Spring Boot Framework. Garmin Pay is a digital wallet designed for people who are always on the move.

Essential Functions
  • Serves in a leadership capacity as an individual contributor for carrying out software development in in Java, Kotlin with Spring Framework
  • May serve as a Lead Software Engineer for complex software development project designs and/or reviews architected modules and software systems supporting new technology or improving capability/performance of existing functionality
  • Decomposes functional requirements into well-defined tasks
  • Researches fundamental problems and implements algorithm solutions that are appropriate
  • Offers peer technical assessments in areas of expertise, new technologies and software designs
  • Assists design engineering as needed with component datasheet review and schematic design review
  • Participates in project leadership and/or program planning including providing technical input to product development plans and concept documents
  • Makes substantial contributions toward determination of project goal/objective feasibility and applies good judgment in setting schedules/risk taking
  • Mentors and provides guidance to less experienced Software Engineers (1 & 2)
  • Contributes to advanced technical research on new technologies
  • Offers process improvement suggestions and authors new procedures as appropriate
  • Provides reliable solutions to a wide range of difficult problems using sound problem solving techniques
  • Supports working hours as part of a rotating schedule to provide on call support of Garmin's 24/7 operations

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Math, Physics or related field AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
  • Demonstrated proficiency with designing well architectured software systems and modules that support new technology or improve capability/performance of existing functionality
  • Demonstrated competence with researching fundamental problems and implementing appropriate algorithmic solutions
  • Demonstrated ability to serve as a lead software engineer for a complex software project
  • Ability to decompose functional requirements into well-defined tasks while balancing quality, quantity, and complexity in work output
  • Demonstrated capability to offer peer technical assessments in areas of expertise, new technologies and software designs
  • Mastered proficiency in writing software in in Java and/or Kotlin with Spring Framework
  • Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Must be positive, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
  • The deadline to apply to this role is September 9, 2026

Desired Qualifications
  • Extensive experience with designing and developing microservices in a cloud environment
  • A strong background in RESTful API development
  • Strong experience with Relational Databases and NoSQL data stores
  • Broad knowledge with all steps in the software development lifecycle
  • Knowledge of Spring Frameworks (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Security, WebFlux)
  • Experience working with event-driven architectures
  • A background working with Docker and Kubernetes
  • Familiarity with component-based web frameworks (similar to Lit, Angular, Svelte, React, Vue)
  • Experience working within an Agile development 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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