Android OS Lead Embedded Engineer

Garmin International, Inc.•Novi, MI

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About The Position

We are seeking a full-time C/C++/Java Lead Embedded Software Engineer on our Auto OEM team in Cary, NC; Chandler, AZ; Olathe, KS or Novi, MI. In this role, you'll work on cutting-edge systems that seamlessly blend navigation, entertainment, communication, sensor and vehicle integration. At Garmin, we don't just build products-we craft intuitive, reliable solutions that millions of drivers trust every day. You'll collaborate with a passionate, multidisciplinary team of engineers, designers, and product experts who share a commitment to innovation, quality, and craftsmanship. This is your chance to join a team that consistently pushes boundaries in automotive domain control, building scalable hardware-software systems that redefine digital cockpit innovation. If you're excited to contribute to a market-leading domain controller platform that automakers rely on, Garmin Automotive offers the ideal environment to grow your expertise and make a tangible impact behind the wheel.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Math, Physics or related field AND a minimum of 9 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong development experience in C/C++ and Java building software for Android-based embedded hardware
Strong understanding of Linux operating system internals (process management, memory management, device drivers and file systems)
Demonstrated experience in serving as the lead software engineer for projects in new markets or relying heavily on new technologies
Demonstrated experience with architecting solutions for multiple groups and/or disciplines
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Must be positive, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment

Nice To Haves

Experience programming in Rust
Experience with Linux kernel configuration, building, and optimization.
Demonstrated experience in integrating computer vision/ML/AI models onto embedded hardware
Automotive industry experience is a plus
Experience with GAS (Google Automotive Services)
Proven track record of excellent problem-solving capabilities, analyzing complex technical problems and quickly determining root causes and optimal solutions
Comfortable in an environment with a lot of unknowns and can present results of independent research and fast prototyping to recommend a technical direction to internal and external stakeholders

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing key technical contributions for major new products and/or applications including software development in in C/C++, Java and Rust on the low-to-mid layer of embedded systems
May serve as a Lead Software Engineer for projects in new markets or relying heavily on new technologies
Mentors and provides guidance to less experienced software engineers (Software Engineer 1 & 2 & Senior Software Engineers)
Serves as lead software architect for solutions that span multiple groups or disciplines
Works with software vendors to integrate externally developed deliverables into projects, as required
Evaluates new technologies, features and functions and offers suggestions
Offers process improvement suggestions and authors new procedures as appropriate
Defines general approaches and specific solutions to technical problems considered state of the art
Applies extensive technical expertise and analysis to all assigned projects and resolves complex problems
Provides significant contribution to software reviews across multiple product and/or application types
Completes broadly defined complex tasks including taking conceptual ideas and putting them to practice by using creativity and ingenuity