Java Software Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a full-time Java Software Engineer at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will develop moderately complex software and create and execute designs for small sets of new functionalities for Garmin products and/or applications.

Responsibilities

• Creates and executes designs for small sets of new functionalities as part of a software project using Java
• 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 projects
• 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

Requirements

• 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 Java and Spring Framework
• Proficient knowledge, utilization, and mastery of relevant software engineering tools (configuration management systems, build processes, debuggers, emulators, simulators, and logic analyzers)

Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Previous work or internship experience in design, particularly for consumer products

Benefits

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here.