Garmin

Software Engineer 2

Garmin • $85K — $110K *
Olathe, KS 66062In-Person
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (CS, EE, etc.) and at least 1 year of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0; higher GPAs preferred
  • Proficient in C and C++ programming, with a focus on software architecture and design
  • Strong capabilities in researching problems and implementing algorithmic solutions
  • Experience in decomposing functional requirements into actionable tasks
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Mastery of relevant software engineering tools like configuration management systems, debugging tools, and emulators

Responsibilities

  • Develop low-level embedded software for Garmin's outdoor products
  • Perform board bring-up and driver development in RTOS, Linux, and/or Android environments
  • Implement wireless networking technologies (e.g. ANT, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) for outdoor communication
  • Break down functional requirements into well-defined tasks
  • Conduct research to solve fundamental problems and develop algorithm solutions
  • Provide technical assessments and guidance on software designs and new technologies
  • Mentor junior software engineers and suggest process improvements

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits program including health insurance and retirement options
  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment
  • Flexible work-life balance initiatives
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
Full Job Description
Overview

We are seeking a full-time Software Engineer 2 for our Outdoor segment at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for developing low-level embedded software for various Garmin Consumer Outdoor products. You will be developing C/C++ software that interacts with hardware including initial board bring-up, boot strapping the operating system, developing and integrating device drivers and power/thermal management.

Essential Functions
  • Serves as a individual contributor for carrying out software development in C, C++, Assembly language or other selected languages for new products and/or applications.
  • Experience with board bring up/driver development in RTOS, Linux and/or Android platforms
  • Works with wireless networking technologies, including ANT, Bluetooth/BLE and Wi-Fi, to allow communication with other outdoor products
  • 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)
  • 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

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 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
  • 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
  • Proficiency in writing software in C, C++, and relevant experience and/or training in data structures or object-oriented design methodology
  • 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
  • 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
  • Linux and/or Android programming experience
  • Multi-threaded software development
  • Wireless communication experience (Bluetooth/BLE, WI-FI) and experience with Wireshark and Bluetooth sniffer tools
  • Familiar with hardware communication interfaces (I2C, SPI, UART, USB)
  • Experience using laboratory equipment (e.g., logic analyzer, digital oscilloscope, In-circuit debuggers)

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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