Technical Lead Software Engineer: Architect & Mentor

Garmin; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmin is seeking a full-time Technical Lead Software Engineer at its U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. The role focuses on leading key software projects, contributing technically in C, C++, and Python, and guiding teams across multiple disciplines.

You will mentor engineers, design architectural solutions, and drive major product development efforts in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and leadership are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated experience as lead software engineer for projects
• Experience architecting solutions across multiple groups or disciplines
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide key technical contributions for major products and applications in C, C++, and Python
• May serve as a Lead Software Engineer for projects using new technologies
• Mentor and guide engineers across levels including senior staff
• Function as an architect for cross-group solutions
• Drive process improvements and create new procedures as appropriate
• Define approaches and solutions to complex technical problems
• Contribute to software reviews across product types
• Deliver complex tasks from concept to practical implementation

Skills

Technical leadership

Engineering leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

C

C++

Python

Job description

Garmin is seeking a full-time Technical Lead Software Engineer at its U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. The role focuses on leading key software projects, contributing technically in C, C++, and Python, and guiding teams across multiple disciplines.

You will mentor engineers, design architectural solutions, and drive major product development efforts in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and leadership are essential for success.