8 days ago
Responsibilities
- Develop software in C, C++, or other selected languages for new products and applications.
- Design and review software modules and systems supporting new technology or improved functionality.
- Research fundamental problems and implement appropriate algorithm solutions.
- Develop 2D/3D graphics and rendering functionality using OpenGL or Vulkan.
- Write efficient GPU shader algorithms and debug graphics performance and graphical issues.
- Design and program in multithreaded environments.
- Develop and debug software on embedded devices.
- Lead complex software projects and contribute to project feasibility, goals, and product development plans.
- Provide peer technical assessments and limited mentoring to less experienced Software Engineers.
- Collaborate with design engineering, electrical engineering, process manufacturers, and software vendors.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer or Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field plus at least 5 years of progressive full-time software engineering experience in computer graphics using C or C++.
- A master’s degree in the same or a related field plus at least 3 years of relevant work experience may substitute for the bachelor’s degree and experience combination.
- Demonstrated experience with 2D/3D graphics and rendering technologies, including OpenGL or Vulkan.
- Experience writing efficient GPU shader algorithms and knowledge of GPU architectures and graphics pipelines.
- Experience serving as a lead software engineer for a complex software project.
- Experience providing peer technical assessments and mentoring in areas of expertise, new technologies, and software design.
- Experience with multithreaded programming, product software development, embedded devices, and graphics performance debugging.
Benefits
- The position is eligible for Garmin’s benefit program.
- Remote work is not available; the position is based in Olathe, Kansas.
About Garmin
Garmin designs and sells GPS-enabled electronics and software for consumers and specialized markets, including wearables, automotive, marine, outdoor, and aviation. Its portfolio spans smartwatches and cycling computers to chartplotters and certified avionics, with revenue from device sales plus maps, apps, and subscription services. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Olathe, Kansas, Garmin is a public company traded on NASDAQ (GRMN) with global manufacturing and R&D sites.