Software Engineer 2 (UI)

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

Job summary

Garmin is seeking a full-time Software Engineer 2 at its U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area.

This Marine Software Engineering role blends UI development with building high-performance, multithreaded systems across the full software stack, from UI to core platform APIs, in collaboration with navigation, sonar, networking and mobile teams. You will design and implement functionalities in C, C++, or Python, participate in peer code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and provide

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 1 year of experience or equivalent
• Strong proficiency in C, C++, and Python
• Proficient with software engineering tools, debuggers, emulators and simulators
• Excellent academic record (GPA ≥ 3.0)

Responsibilities

• Design and implement small sets of new functionalities in C, C++, or Python
• Lead or support as Lead Software Engineer on derivative projects
• Participate in peer code reviews and provide feedback
• Develop high-performance, multithreaded software components
• Provide on-call support on a rotating schedule

Skills

C

C++

Python

UI development

Code reviews

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in CS/EE/related field

Tools

Configuration management

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. Join our Marine Software Engineering team and help shape the future of Marine Multifunction Displays used by anglers and boaters worldwide. This full-stack role combines UI development with the challenge of building high-performance, resilient software systems that power mission-critical marine experiences. You'll work with and develop multithreaded architectures, system-level software components, and internal Marine platform APIs while collaborating with teams spanning navigation, sonar, networking, mobile, and connected services. From concept through launch, it's an opportunity to work across the full software stack with a strong focus on UI and user experience helping deliver innovative, intuitive, and user-friendly solutions that bring cutting-edge technology to life on the water.

Essential Functions

• Creates and executes designs for small sets of new functionalities as part of a software project using C, C++, and/or Python
• 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++, and/or Python
• Proficient knowledge, utilization and mastery of relevant software engineering tools (configuration management systems, build processes, debuggers, emulators, simulators and logic analyzers)

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with UI development
• 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