Embedded C /C++ Software Engineer 2 - Marine team

Garmin Ltd.; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

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Job summary

Garmin International is hiring a full-time Software Engineer 2 in Cary, NC for the Marine Telematics Engineering team. You will work on on-device technology to monitor and control data across various protocols, including Wi-Fi, LTE, satellite, BLE, and CAN for remote vessel operations and sensor data handling.

You will develop moderately complex software in C and C++ on embedded Linux, participate in design and reviews, and help advance the marine ecosystem for performance and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 1+ year relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• GPA 3.0 or higher as a general rule
• Proficient in C and C++ development
• Familiar with software engineering tools, debuggers, emulators, simulators and logic analyzers
• Positive, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver in a fast paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Design and implement small sets of new functionalities in C/C++ on embedded Linux
• Collaborate in peer code reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Provide reliable solutions and perform root cause analysis
• Mentor less experienced software engineers
• Estimate level of effort and evaluate new technology options
• Support networking protocols and data transport in Garmin marine systems

Skills

C

C++

Embedded Linux

Code reviews

Mentoring

Problem solving

Lead/Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE/CE/SE/AE/Math/Phys or related field

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Configuration management

Build systems

Debuggers

Emulators

Simulators

Logic analyzers

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Software Engineer 2 at our location in Cary, NC for our Marine Telematics Engineering team. We are seeking someone who is passionate about on-device technology and how it can be leveraged in a marine ecosystem to monitor and control essential data through varied communication protocols. In this role, you will contribute to Garmin marine products that utilize networking technologies to transport audio, video, messaging, and other data over Wi-Fi, LTE, global satellite, BLE, and CAN to implement communications services for remote operation of a vessel’s integrated systems, remote instrument sampling, and remote video monitoring. You will also work to enhance the overall marine ecosystem to ensure optimal performance and safety.You will also be responsible for developing moderately complex software and creating and executing designs for small sets of new functionalities for Garmin products and/or applications.

Essential Functions

• Creates and executes designs for small sets of new functionalities as part of a software project using C, C++ on embedded Linux
• Utilizes 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
• Collaborates and adds value through participation in peer code reviews, providing comments and suggestions
• 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
• Contributes to technical research on new technologies
• Estimates level of effort, evaluates new options of similar technology, offers suggestions to improve processes, and provides feedback on some electrical design aspects
• Serves 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, Aerospace Engineering, Math, Physics or related field AND a minimum of 1 year relevant experience 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 C and C++
• Proficient knowledge, utilization and mastery of relevant software engineering tools (configuration management systems, build processes, debuggers, emulators, simulators and logic analyzers)
• Must be positive, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Previous work or internship experience in design, particularly for consumer products
• C, C++

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