Technical Lead Software Engineer (C/C++, Embedded)

Garmin; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Garmin Benefits

Job summary

Garmin is seeking a full-time Technical Lead Software Engineer for our Cary, NC office. The role involves serving as a key technical contributor and/or Lead Software Engineer on major product development projects, including software in C, C++, or other languages.

The candidate will mentor engineers, architect cross-team solutions, and evaluate new technologies while coordinating with vendors to integrate external deliverables. A strong focus on leadership and technical excellence is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Math, Physics or related field AND a minimum of 9 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated experience in serving as the lead software engineer for projects in new markets or relying heavily on new technologies
• Demonstrated experience with architecting solutions for multiple groups and/or disciplines
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• 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

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing key technical contributions for major new products and/or applications including software development in C, C++, or other selected languages
• May serve as a Lead Software Engineer for projects in new markets or relying heavily on new technologies
• Mentors and provides guidance to less experienced software engineers (Software Engineer 1 & 2 & Senior Software Engineers)
• Serves as architect for solutions that span multiple groups or disciplines
• Works with software vendors to integrate externally developed deliverables into projects, as required

Skills

C/C++ development

Technical leadership

Software architecture

Mentoring

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Linux

CAN/NMEA/Bluetooth

Job description

Garmin is seeking a full-time Technical Lead Software Engineer for our Cary, NC office. The role involves serving as a key technical contributor and/or Lead Software Engineer on major product development projects, including software in C, C++, or other languages.

The candidate will mentor engineers, architect cross-team solutions, and evaluate new technologies while coordinating with vendors to integrate external deliverables. A strong focus on leadership and technical excellence is required.