C/C++ Software Engineer 2 - Communication protocols

Garmin Ltd.; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

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Job summary

Garmin Ltd. is looking for a full-time C/C++ Embedded Software Engineer 2 to join our Wireless Protocol software team in Cary, NC. You will be instrumental in delivering software features for innovative products like dashcams and fishfinders, utilizing embedded C/C++ on Linux systems.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and a passion for software development, alongside mentorship opportunities for less experienced engineers. We value collaboration and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year relevant experience in software development.
• Proficient knowledge of software engineering tools.
• Collaborative, eager to learn, and flexible in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver embedded C and C++ software for various products.
• Analyze and debug Wi-Fi performance issues.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance existing designs.

Skills

Embedded C/C++ software development

Problem-solving techniques

Collaborative team work

Wireless technology knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Linux

Configuration management systems

Debuggers

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time C/C++ Embedded Software Engineer 2 on our Wireless Protocol software team in our Cary, NC location.

As a member of the Networking Technology team, you will deliver software features for a diverse set of innovative products such as next-gen dashcams, fishfinders, chartplotters, bike computers, handheld 2‑way radios, and other personal navigation devices tailored for off‑roading, racing, trucking, and recreation. We push the limits of wireless connectivity to deliver advanced features such as remote device monitoring, media streaming, automated cloud storage uploads, automatic software and map updates, and many more unique capabilities.

Essential Functions

• Design and deliver high-quality embedded C and C++ software on embedded Linux and real‑time operating systems (RTOS).
• Prototype and productize software features in a fast‑paced environment.
• Analyze, debug, and resolve Wi‑Fi performance and interoperability issues using wireless protocol analyzers as well as tenacity and ingenuity.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Garmin to implement innovative connectivity use‑cases and to enhance existing designs to meet new requirements.
• Integrate, maintain, and contribute to third‑party and open‑source software projects.
• Utilize 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.
• 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.
• Contribute to technical research on new technologies.
• Estimate level of effort, evaluate new options of similar technology, offer suggestions to improve processes, and provide feedback on some electrical design aspects.
• Serve as a mentor to less experienced software engineers (Software Engineer 1).

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Math, Physics or related field AND a minimum of 1 year relevant experience (not including internships or co‑ops) 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 embedded C/C++, preferably on Linux.
• Proficient knowledge, utilization and mastery of relevant software engineering tools (configuration management systems, build processes, debuggers, emulators, simulators and logic analyzers).
• Collaborative and flexible, eager to learn.

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5).
• Experience with networking or communications across the internet including streaming audio or video.
• Experience with wireless technologies such as Wi‑Fi.
• Experience developing multi‑threaded programs in Linux.
• Knowledge of modern C++ standards.
• Python scripting experience.

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

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