Garmin

Software Engineer 2 (C++)

Garmin • $80K — $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 1 year of relevant experience or equivalent education and experience
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Proficiency in developing moderately complex software using C, C++, C#, Java, or assembly language
  • Experience with software engineering tools such as configuration management systems and debuggers
  • Ability to collaborate and mentor less experienced engineers

Responsibilities

  • Develops and executes software designs for new functionalities
  • Applies software engineering tools during the development process
  • Acts as a Technical Leader for related software projects
  • Participates in peer code reviews to enhance code quality
  • Solves a variety of problems with effective problem-solving techniques
  • Conducts technical root cause analysis and proposes corrective actions
  • Engages in technical research on emerging technologies
  • Estimates project effort and suggests process improvements

Benefits

  • Eligible for Garmin's benefit program
  • Opportunities for professional development and further education
  • Potential for international collaboration with teams from Italy, Romania, and India
  • Engagement in a supportive work environment that values mentorship
  • Participation in innovative projects related to consumer technology
Full Job Description
Overview

We are seeking a full-time Software Engineer 2 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for developing moderately complex software, creating and executing designs for small sets of new functionalities for map production systems, cartography tools, and Garmin Marine devices.

Essential Functions
  • Creates and executes designs for small sets of new functionalities as part of a software project using C++, C#, Java, or other selected languages
  • Utilizes software engineering tools such as configuration management systems, build processes, and debuggers in the software development process
  • May perform as a Technical Leader or Lead Software Engineer for derivative software project
  • Collaborates and adds value through participation in peer code reviews, providing comments and suggestions
  • 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
  • Contributes to technical research on new technologies
  • Estimates level of effort, evaluates new options of similar technology, offers suggestions to improve processes, and provides feedback on some electrical design aspects
  • Serves as a mentor to less experienced software engineers (Software Engineer 1)
  • Works as part of international team with colleagues in Italy, Romania and India, sometimes accommodating meetings in different time-zones

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 1 year 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 and experience necessary to develop moderately complex software in C, C++, C#, Java, assembly language, or other selected languages
  • Proficient knowledge, utilization and mastery of relevant software engineering tools (configuration management systems, build processes, debuggers, emulators, simulators and logic analyzers)

Desired Qualifications
  • Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
  • Previous work or internship experience in design, particularly for consumer products
  • Understanding of GIS, cartography technology, spatial data and related tools (QGIS or similar)
  • Understanding of relational database design, SQL and experience querying relational databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite, Microsoft SQL or Oracle
  • Experience with Agile software development methodologies, like SAFe, SCRUM, DevOps and the related tools (Azure DevOps, JIRA, similar)


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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