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Software Engineer 2
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Develops low-power, low-level embedded software for outdoor handhelds, wearables, golf and sportsman products, creating designs, performing root cause analysis, and mentoring less experienced engineers.
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Overview We are seeking a full-time Software Engineer 2 Outdoor in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for developing low-level software to support our next generation of outdoor handhelds, wearables, golf, and sportsman platforms using cutting-edge technologies while ensuring that our products are optimized for low power and maintain the exceptional performance that our users expect. Essential Functions Creates and executes designs for small sets of new functionalities as part of a software project using C, C++, 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) 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++, 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
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