Software Engineer 2

Garmin; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmin is seeking a Software Engineer 2 for its U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. You will develop moderately complex software and design small sets of new features for Garmin products and applications.

This role requires mentoring junior engineers, participating in peer code reviews, and providing reliable solutions while supporting on-call duties on a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• Develop moderately complex software in C, C++, C#, Java, assembly language.
• Proficient use of software engineering tools including configuration management, builds and debuggers.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and participate in peer code reviews.
• Strong problem solving and root-cause analysis for issues.

Responsibilities

• Create designs for small sets of new functionalities within Garmin products or applications.
• Develop software across multiple languages and platforms as part of a project.
• Collaborate on peer code reviews and provide actionable feedback.
• Support on-call rotations to maintain 24/7 operations.

Skills

C/C++/C#

Java

Code reviews

Mentoring

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Configuration management systems

Build systems

Debuggers

Emulators

Simulators

Logic analyzers

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Software Engineer 2 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will 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++, C#, Java, assembly language, or other selected languages
• 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)
• Supports working hours as part of a rotating schedule to provide on call support of Garmin's 24/7 operations

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, C++, C#, Java, assembly language, or other selected languages
• Proficient knowledge, utilization and mastery of relevant software engineering tools (configuration management systems, build processes, debuggers, emulators, simulators and logic analyzers)

Desired Qualifications

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

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