GPS Manufacturer/Distributor

We are looking for a full time Senior Software Engineer who is interested in working in an embedded environment on high-end processors to provide technical leadership and project planning for software development for the next generation of navigation and infotainment systems at our facility in Chandler, AZ. In this role, you will serve as a Lead Software Engineer for complex software development projects or acting as a Technical Leader in software development in C, C++, or Java, Auto OEM Software Engineers will design and/or review architected modules and software systems supporting new technology or improving capability/performance of existing functionality. Other responsibilities include: 

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  Decomposes functional requirements into well-defined tasks

  
  


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  Researches fundamental problems and implement algorithm solutions that are appropriate

  
  


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  Balances quality, quantity and complexity in work output

  
  


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  Offers peer technical assessments in areas of expertise, new technologies and software designs

  
  


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  Assist design engineering as needed with component datasheet review and schematic design review

  
  


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  May partner with electrical engineering and process manufacturer to turn on new processors

  
  


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  May work with software vendors to integrate externally developed deliverables into project

  
  


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  Evaluates new technologies as they apply to existing functions

  
  


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  Participates in project leadership and/or program planning including providing technical input to product development plans and concept documents

  
  


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  Makes substantial contributions toward determination of project goal/objective feasibility

  
  


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  Mentors and/or supervises to less experienced Software Engineers (1 & 2)

  
  


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  Contributes to advanced technical research on new technologies

  
  


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  Independently determines general approach and specific solutions to technical problems

  
  


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  Offers process improvement suggestions and authors new procedures as appropriate

  
  


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  Provides reliable solutions to a wide range of difficult problems using sound problem solving techniques

  
  


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  Applies good judgment in setting schedules and risk taking

  
  


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  Exemplifies Garmin’s Mission Statement and Quality Policy and proactively works to improve Garmin’s image and culture

  
  


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  Applies knowledge of production and operations issues as they relate to engineering

  
  

Other responsibilities include reviewing product and/or application information manuals and brochures for technical accuracy and participating in product definition activities such as feature analysis and system tradeoffs

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  Demonstrated capability to offer peer technical assessments in areas of expertise, new technologies and software designs

  
  


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  Must possess proficiency in writing software in C, C++ or Java as appropriate for performing the essential functions of this job description

  
  


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  Must possess relevant experience and/or training in data structures or object-oriented design methodology relevant to Garmin’s business needs

  
  


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  Must possess relevant education and/or experience in requirement clarification, architecture and software design, development, testing and maintenance, as required for the successful performance of the essential functions of the position

  
  

Candidates with experience in QNX, Linux, Android OS, CAN, MOST, Server based apps development plus experience working in a team environment are preferred!

Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelors of Science Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Math or Physics or another relevanat engineering/technical field AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Other qualifications include:

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  Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)

  
  


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  Demonstrates proficiency with designing well architectured software systems and modules that support new technology or improve capability/performance of existing functionality 

  
  


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  Must demonstrate competence with researching fundamental problems and implementing appropriate algorithmic solutions 

  
  


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  Demonstrated ability to serve as a lead software engineer for a complex software project 

  
  


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  Must possess the ability to decompose functional requirements into well defined tasks while balancing quality, quantity and complexity in work output 

  
  


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  Demonstrated capability to offer peer technical assessments in areas of expertise, new technologies and software designs 

  
  


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  Must possess proficiency in writing software in C, C++, C# or Java as appropriate for performing the essential functions of this job description 

  
  


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  Must possess relevant experience and/or training in data structures or object oriented design methodology relevant to Garmin’s business needs

  
  


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  Must  possess relevant education and/or experience in software design, development and maintenance, as required for the successful performance of the essential functions of the position

  
  

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.