Embedded Software Engineer 1
Garmin
Software Engineering
United States · Cary, NC, USA · Spencer, NC, USA · Carolina, WV, USA
Posted on Mar 6, 2026
Overview
We are seeking a full-time Embedded Software Engineer 1 in our Cary, NC location. In this role, you will be responsible for building upon existing software solutions to develop basic software for Garmin products and/or applications.
Essential Functions
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
We are seeking a full-time Embedded Software Engineer 1 in our Cary, NC location. In this role, you will be responsible for building upon existing software solutions to develop basic software for Garmin products and/or applications.
Essential Functions
- Performs new product and/or application software design and development as well as maintenance activities for products and/or applications already in production using C, C++, C#, Java, assembly language, or other selected languages
- Troubleshoots basic issue reports, reproduces issues, evaluates technical cause and implements and tests software solutions
- Identifies and resolves defects of basic scope using proper engineering tools and techniques such as debuggers, emulators, simulators, and logic analyzers
- Applies design standards and procedures using appropriate engineering tools to document and implement basic designs in an organized manner
- Supports working hours as part of a rotating schedule to provide on call support of Garmin’s 24/7 operations
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Math, Physics or related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
- Demonstrated knowledge, education, experience and/or training necessary to develop basic software in C, C++, C#, Java, assembly language, or other selected languages
- Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
- Previous work or internship experience in design, particularly for consumer products
- Python scripting experience
- Experience with networking or communications across the internet including streaming audio or video
- Experience with wireless technologies such as Wi-Fi and LT
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits