Software Engineer - Avionics

Garmin Ltd.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for Garmin's benefit program

Job summary

Garmin Ltd. is looking for a full-time Software Engineer - Avionics at their U.S. headquarters in Olathe, Kansas. The role involves developing software and managing small sets of new functionalities for Garmin applications. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least one year of experience in software development with proficiency in languages such as C, C++, or C#. The position also includes mentoring less experienced engineers and providing technical leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Experience in developing moderately complex software.

Responsibilities

• Develop moderately complex software with C, C++, C#, or other languages.
• Utilize software engineering tools in the development process.
• Lead software projects and mentor less experienced engineers.

Skills

C

C++

C#

Software engineering tools

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Configuration management systems

Build processes

Debuggers

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Software Engineer - Avionics 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#, 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#, 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.