Software Engineer

Garmin Italy Technologies; Massarosa; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmin Italy Technologies in Massarosa, Tuscany, is seeking a full-time Software Engineer to design and develop robust C++ applications that power our marine navigation products. You will join a team of software professionals who value quality, collaboration, and delivering customer-focused solutions.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering with at least one year of relevant experience, strong C++, OO principles, memory management, and multithreading.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or CE with at least 1 year of experience.
• Strong C++ programming skills and OO design knowledge.
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, memory management and multithreading.

Responsibilities

• Develop complex software in C++.
• Design Garmin products following applicable software development methodology and release processes.
• Conduct unit tests and ensure robustness and reliability.

Skills

C++ programming

Object-oriented design

Multithreading

Debugging

Team collaboration

Analytical problem-solving

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Visual Studio IDE

Git/Gerrit

Jenkins

Job description

We are seeking a full-time Software Engineer!

You are self-motivated, goal-oriented, and strong team player who is willing to be an active contributor to the success of the team, providing technical solutions and support in a dynamic and highly performing environment.

We offer you the chance to join a team of software professionals who all work together to achieve the best results for our customers. You will work with people with a pioneering spirit and passion for challenges.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing complex C++ software that powers Garmin’s high-quality products to our customers.

What you’ll do:

• Develop complex software in C++
• Create and execute designs of Garmin products following applicable software development methodology and releases processes
• Gain experience of SW engineering tools (such as configuration management systems, build processes, and debuggers) as part of the Garmin software development process
• Collaborate and add value through participation in peer code reviews, providing comments and suggestions
• Provide reliable solutions to a variety of problems using sound problem-solving techniques
• Perform technical root cause analysis and outline corrective action for given problems
• Estimate level of effort, evaluate new options for similar technology, and offer suggestions to improve processes
• Perform unit-test code for robustness, including edge cases, usability, and general reliability
• Work collaboratively and professionally with other Garmin associates in cross- functional teams to achieve goals
• Apply a sense of urgency, commitment and focus on the right priorities in developing solutions in a timely fashion
• Participate in product/application definition activities, including feature analysis and system tradeoffs

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering plus a minimum of 1-year relevant experience
• Strong C++ programming
• Object-orientated programming principles and Design patterns
• Thorough understanding of computing fundamentals such as data structures, algorithms, memory management, and multithreading
• Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot issues
• Ability to quickly react to feedback, new requirements, and priorities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Fluency in English

Bonus points if you have:

• Relevant experience in software development, image processing and data modelling
• Knowledge of Android and/or iOS frameworks
• Familiarity with Agile (Scrum) project methodologies
• Knowledge of C++15/17/20 standards
• Experience with Visual Studio IDE
• Experience in code management (GIT/ Gerrit), configuration management systems and building processes (e.g., Jenkins)
• Basic understanding of GIS concepts and spatial databases
• Experience with RESTful APIs and Service-oriented architectures

Pay Range: €32.000 – €40.000

In accordance with the Directive (EU) 2023/970 on Pay Transparency, our organization is committed to ensuring equal pay for men and women for equal work or work of equal value. Collective Bargaining Agreement applied: Collective Bargaining Agreement Metalworking Industry (CCNL Metalmeccanico Industria)

Contract Level: C3

Our home: you can find us in via Fondacci 269 in Massarosa (LU), Italy.

Workplace type: on-site

Company:

Garmin® Italy Technologies produces electronic charts for the leisure boating market. Our mission is to delight our customer by producing market leading intuitive and innovative marine cartography content and features through the use of creativity, engineering excellence through market knowledge and efficient production procedures.

Our cartography is available to boaters for use in GPS chartplotters, and within our app for Apple® and Android™ devices.

It’s not about the things we make. It’s about the things we make possible.

Our office is based in Massarosa, Tuscany, the perfect starting point for reaching nearby cities of art, beaches and mountains.

With over 23,000 associates in 37 countries around the world, the Garmin® group brings GPS navigation and wearable technology to the automotive, aviation, marine, outdoor and fitness markets.

At Garmin®, we like to work hard and play hard. It comes easy when you work on cool products with hard-working individuals who share the same passion.

We think every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. See more at www.garmin.com