Bachelor's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar field with 5 years of experience OR 10 years of relevant experience
Excellent academic record with GPA ? 3.0
Extensive knowledge of C and/or C++ for code review
Proven management or mentoring experience in software engineering
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Capability to juggle leadership, technical discussions, and product support
Quick learner in new technical areas
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the software engineering team focused on sensor and audio platforms
Collaborate with product teams to shape and prioritize the roadmap
Empower the team to deliver reusable embedded sensor and audio capabilities
Coach engineers through decision-making, design reviews, and career growth
Generate software requirements and designs following Garmin's methodology
Engage with vendors to source HW and SW solutions for current and future needs
Evaluate design tradeoffs for power, cost, and reliability across software and hardware
Partner with various teams to recommend and integrate sensor solutions
Oversee employee relations, conduct performance reviews, and address team concerns
Ensure project milestones and development goals align with market requirements
Supervise and mentor team members while creating a positive team environment
Participate in recruitment processes for team staffing
Benefits
Health and wellness benefits
Retirement plan options
Paid time off and holidays
Employee discounts on Garmin products
Opportunities for professional development and training
Collaborative team environment
Flexible work schedule options
Full Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a full-time Software Engineering Team Leader on our Sensor Platform Team at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role you will be responsible for leading a team of software engineers who evaluate, bring up, and support sensing and audio hardware solutions and infrastructure around them. You will collaborate with many product teams across Garmin as your team develops features that will be used in wearables, handhelds, cycling computers, marine products, and automotive devices.
Essential Functions
Lead and develop a team of low-level software engineers responsible for sensor and audio platforms
Collaborate with product and technology teams to develop and prioritize the team's roadmap
Enable the team to own and execute on reusable embedded sensor and audio platform capabilities
Coach engineers through technical decisions, design and code reviews, problem solving, and career development
Coordinate and participate in generating software requirements and designs in accordance with Garmin's software development methodology
Engage with vendors and collaborate with them to provide the necessary HW and SW solutions to meet Garmin's needs now and in the future
Evaluate design tradeoffs across low-level software and hardware as they relate to power consumption, cost, reliability, and time to market
Partner with product teams and different engineering disciplines to recommend, integrate, and deliver sensor solutions
Work with human resources to address employee relations issues as needed including writing and conducting annual performance evaluations
Ensure the team meets overall development goals in accordance with the product development plan or market requirements and ensure project milestones are met
Directly supervise software team members at multiple levels by setting the tone for the team environment and providing individualized coaching, training and mentoring
Participate in recruiting activities, interview, hire, train, and evaluate performance for the team
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Math, Physics or related field AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR a minimum of 10 years relevant experience
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
Must possess detailed knowledge of and experience with C and/or C++ including the ability to review code changes and provide constructive feedback
Demonstrated ability and experience managing and/or mentoring software engineers
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to move effectively between people leadership, technical discussions, and product support requests
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technical domains
Desired Qualifications
Experience with embedded software and its interaction with hardware
Low-power sensors, audio, or drivers in embedded platforms
Developing or supporting reusable technologies across multiple products
Automated testing, data analysis, or scripting with Python
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.
