Python Software Engineer 2

Garmin Ltd.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmin Ltd. in the U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area seeks a Python Software Engineer 2 to design, enhance and deliver internal tech solutions with focus on security, automation and cross‑platform integration within Cyber Security.

You will design, develop and maintain Python-based applications, collaborate with a team, mentor junior engineers and contribute to secure coding practices while helping define project scope and deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience programming in Python and other languages (e.g., Java, C#).
• Experience with IaC/CaaC tools such as Ansible and Terraform.
• Adaptable to changing project priorities and environments.
• Proven ability to implement technology solutions securely.
• Ability to design, enhance and develop single and multi-system apps.
• Commitment to secure coding practices and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops python-based applications, tools, and automation scripts.
• Maintains and extends existing software with limited assistance.
• Collaborates within a team to determine approaches and solutions.
• Reviews tasks for soundness and accuracy.
• Works with security analysts to develop automated security workflows.
• Leads small/medium projects and provides reliable solutions.
• Performs root cause analysis and outlines corrective actions.
• Mentors less experienced engineers and interns.
• Documents work and adheres to standards and processes.
• Participates in project definition, feature analysis and tradeoffs.

Skills

Python

Java

C#

Team collaboration

Secure coding practices

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, MIS or related field

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time PythonSoftware Engineer 2 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will design, enhance, and deliver internal technology solutions that emphasize security, automation, and seamless integration across platforms in our Cyber Security Organization.

Essential Functions

• Designs and develops python-based applications, tools, and automation scripts
• Maintains, improves, and extends existing software with limited assistance from other associates
• Works collaboratively/professionally in a team environment to determine general approach and specific solutions to technical problems and achieve goals
• Reviews complex tasks for soundness of technical judgment and overall adequacy/accuracy
• Works with Garmin security analysts to develop/implement automated security workflows
• Responsible for planning small/medium-sized projects or tasks, makes substantial contributions to determining the feasibility of goals/objectives, and provides reliable solutions to a variety of problems using sound problem solving techniques
• Performs technical root cause analysis and outlines corrective action for given problems
• Serves as a mentor to less experienced Engineers and Interns
• Demonstrates proficient use/knowledge of established standards/procedures, learns how to use/apply engineering tools as needed, and documents work thoroughly and in an organized manner
• Understands change is important and adapts well, demonstrates quality/effectiveness in work documentation and organization, and participates in project definition activities including feature analysis and system tradeoffs

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or related fieldANDa minimum of 2 years relevant experience
• Experience programming in Python in addition to an alternative language such as Java, C#, etc.
• Experience with CaC and IaC tools such as Ansible and Terraform
• Flexible and adaptable to potential changes in project prioritization
• Demonstrated experience in successful implementation of technology solutions
• Must demonstrate proficiency and possess experience necessary to design, enhance and develop single and multi-system applications
• Demonstrated ability to learn and understand secure coding practices
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with log management platforms such as Elastic, Splunk, or similar technologies
• Experience with UI development
• Experience with container orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes or Docker Swarm
• Experience with CI/CD pipeline tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions
• Experience with enterprise grade firewall technologies

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