Senior Map Technology Software Engineer - Pathfinding

Overview

We are seeking a full time Senior Map Technology Software Engineer specializing in pathfinding and graph search in our Olathe, KS location. At Garmin, we are dedicated to creating innovative mapping solutions for outdoor and fitness enthusiasts. In this role, you will:

• Design, develop and optimize graph search/pathfinding algorithms for the creation of cycling, running and automotive routes
• Support both online services and offline devices and contribute to a wide range of user experience
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate pathfinding solutions and real-time data, such as traffic and road conditions, into our mapping products

Essential Functions

• Serve in a technical capacity for carrying out software development in C++ for new products and/or applications
• Provide reliable solutions to a wide range of difficult problems requiring strong research and problem-solving techniques
• Design and/or review architected modules and software systems supporting new technology or improving capability/performance of existing functionality
• Evaluate new technologies as they apply to existing functions
• Participate in project leadership and/or program planning including providing technical input to product development plans and concept documents
• Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced Software Engineers
• Use and provide feedback on products in development when possible as part of the normal job responsibilities
• May serve as a Lead Software Engineer for a complex software development project
• May work with software vendors to integrate externally developed deliverables into project

Basic Qualifications

• Must possess proficiency in writing software in C++
• Previous experience with real-time navigation systems and dynamic pathfinding
• Familiarity with pathfinding, graph search and/or optimization techniques
• Experience maintaining large codebases
• The ability to decompose functional requirements into well-defined tasks while balancing quality, quantity and complexity in work output
• Competence with researching fundamental problems and implementing appropriate algorithmic solutions
• Proficiency with designing well architectured software systems and modules that support new technology or improve capability/performance of existing functionality
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a lead software engineer for a complex software project
• Demonstrated capability to offer peer technical assessments in areas of expertise, new technologies and software designs
• Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Math, Physics or related field AND a minimum of 5 years 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)

Desired Qualifications

• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Experience with GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and mapping technologies
• Previous experience in the cycling, running or automotive industries
• Proficiency writing software in C#, SQL, or Python for new products and/or applications

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