BLE Senior Software Engineer/Developer

Garmin; Town of Cochrane; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock purchase plan

Fitness reimbursements

Student loan repayment program

Job summary

Garmin Canada is seeking a Senior Software Engineer/Developer to tackle real-world connected-device problems in an embedded-systems environment. You will design reusable Bluetooth platform software, implement embedded C/C++ solutions on embedded Linux, and drive compatibility across Garmin devices, Android and iOS, and third-party devices.

You will mentor peers, lead architecture discussions, and collaborate with product teams to deliver robust features while balancing long-term maintainability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field with GPA >3.0 or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in C and C++ in embedded environments.
• Experience delivering backward compatibility and multi-product integration.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop reusable Bluetooth platform software with stable APIs.
• Implement embedded software in C/C++ across embedded Linux environments.
• Lead architecture trade-offs balancing features with long-term maintainability.
• Drive interoperability across Garmin devices, Android and iOS, and third-party devices.
• Provide technical guidance through code reviews and design reviews.

Skills

Cross-team collaboration

Problem solving

Code reviews/mentorship

Architecture & API design

Debugging techniques

Education

Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

C

C++

Embedded Linux

BLE/Bluetooth

GATT

Android/iOS interoperability

Job description

Overview

Garmin Canada is seeking a full-time Senior Software Engineer/Developer to solve real-world connected-device problems in a collaborative, embedded-systems environment.

Overview

Garmin Canada is seeking a full-time Senior Software Engineer/Developer to solve real-world connected-device problems in a collaborative, embedded-systems environment. The Connected Technologies division stewards ANT and BLE technologies across multiple Garmin business segments, including Fitness, Outdoor, and Marine. The BLE Applications team works directly with product teams and builds the infrastructure and tooling needed to enable compelling customer features in Garmin products, from battery constrained sensors to embedded Linux multipurpose displays for Marine navigation. As a platform team, we maintain shared code used by dozens of teams across diverse products, codebases, and development processes. You will work in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment, helping maintain and scale an always growing ecosystem of connected products.

Essential Functions

• Design and develop reusable Bluetooth platform software with stable APIs, extensibility, and backwards compatibility for many different product lines
• Implement and maintain testable embedded software solutions, primarily in C/C++, on a variety of environments, including embedded Linux
• Define technical designs and make architecture trade-offs that balance feature delivery with long-term compatibility, maintainability, and support costs
• Drive compatibility and interoperability across Garmin devices, Android and iOS phones, third-party devices, and Bluetooth stack implementations; investigate and resolve complex integration issues
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship through peer code reviews and design reviews, with a focus on scalability, maintainability, and cross-team adoption
• Partner with product teams, developers, technical leads, and product managers to understand integration needs, drive adoption of shared platform components, and deliver robust features

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering or Computer Science or a relevant technical field from a four-year College or University OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Cumulative GPA greater than 3.0
• Minimum years experience: 5
• Proficiency in writing software in C and C++
• Collaborative software development in a team environment
• Software development with sound problem-solving and debugging techniques
• Desirable Qualifications
• Experience with Delivering backward compatibility and third-party compatibility in wireless product ecosystems
• Experience with Bluetooth SIG profiles, services, and GATT
• Experience with Bluetooth phone interoperability, including platform-specific behavior on Android and iOS
• Experience with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Bluetooth Classic, or comparable wireless, connected-device, or protocol platform development
• Experience with Bluetooth connection management, including pairing, bonding, reconnection behavior, and reliability tuning
• Experience with Working on projects with teams distributed across multiple sites
• Experience with working on multiple simultaneous development projects
• Experience with Developing and verifying low-power, constrained, or consumer-electronics systems
• Experience with designing software architecture and owning the technical direction, APIs, or long-term evolution of shared platforms
• Experience with delivering software that supports multiple products or teams with different codebases and development processes
• Experience with investigating and resolving complex software integration or interoperability issues
• Experience with Demonstrated technical leadership through architecture decisions, design reviews, or mentorship
• Ability to influence and support a variety of projects with diverse needs, balancing feature delivery with long-term compatibility, maintainability, and support costs

Company Information

At Garmin Canada, we create more than just products – we inspire solutions and innovations that change and shape how we live, work and play. You’ll get to play an integral role in helping us bring cutting‑edge products from concept to market, while working alongside a diverse group of top talent from across 34 countries. When you work at Garmin, adventure doesn’t have to wait for the weekend. This is where you can put your passions into action – and enjoy what you do every day! Here are just a few things we think you’ll love about working here:

You’ll be part of something big. Every associate is encouraged to think big and share their ideas, which is why our office supports an open‑door policy. We’re continuing to grow year over year, and we invest in our associates to help them learn, grow, and advance their careers at every level! If you’re an innovator, solution creator, or just like to get things done, you’ll fit in perfectly!

You’ll love our office culture. We believe in work‑life integration and place high value on diversity, inclusion and belonging. Our onsite fitness centre, ergonomic sit‑stand desks, Business Resource Groups, Social Committee and Wellness Program all contribute to the commitment we have to the overall wellness of every associate. Garmin Canada’s Corporate Social Responsibility Program supports and contributes to local communities and causes, while providing you with the opportunity to support the things you’re passionate about!

You’ll receive fantastic benefits. Our benefit plans and company culture encourage a healthy lifestyle. Our benefits continue to evolve to meet the needs of our associates. You’ll get flexibility with our competitive company matching savings plans with your choice of tax‑free or non‑registered savings accounts. We also have an employee stock purchase plan, student loan repayment program, and fitness reimbursements – just to name a few!

You’ll love the views. You’ll enjoy the view of the Rocky Mountains from our office in Cochrane! With bike parks and trails right outside our front door, our office is perfectly positioned for testing out the very products we develop here. You’ll be able to take in the magnificent mountain views – even from your workspace – and still be only 15 minutes from Calgary.

Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging: We recognize that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 34 countries. At Garmin Canada our commitment is to celebrate character. We purposefully integrate diversity, inclusion and belonging into everything that we do in order to ensure all associates feel seen, heard, and valued.

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EEO Statement

Garmin Canada is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religious beliefs, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, family status, source of income, and sexual orientation.

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