Python Software Engineer 2

About the role

We are seeking a full-time Software Engineer at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area.

Essential Functions

• Designs and develops python-based applications, tools, and automation scripts
• Maintains, improves, and extends existing software with limited assistance from other associates
• Works collaboratively/professionally in a team environment to determine general approach and specific solutions to technical problems and achieve goals
• Reviews complex tasks for soundness of technical judgment and overall adequacy/accuracy
• Works with Garmin security analysts to develop/implement automated security workflows
• Responsible for planning small/medium-sized projects or tasks, makes substantial contributions to determining the feasibility of goals/objectives, and 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
• Serves as a mentor to less experienced Engineers and Interns
• Demonstrates proficient use/knowledge of established standards/procedures, learns how to use/apply engineering tools as needed, and documents work thoroughly and in an organized manner
• Understands change is important and adapts well, demonstrates quality/effectiveness in work documentation and organization, and participates in project definition activities including feature analysis and system tradeoffs

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or related field AND a minimum of 2 years relevant experience
• Experience programming in Python in addition to an alternative language such as Java, C#, etc.
• Experience with CaC and IaC tools such as Ansible and Terraform
• Flexible and adaptable to potential changes in project prioritization
• Demonstrated experience in successful implementation of technology solutions
• Must demonstrate proficiency and possess experience necessary to design, enhance and develop single and multi-system applications
• Demonstrated ability to learn and understand secure coding practices
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with log management platforms such as Elastic, Splunk, or similar technologies
• Experience with UI development
• Experience with container orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes or Docker Swarm
• Experience with CI/CD pipeline tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions
• Experience with enterprise grade firewall technologies