Embedded Software Engineer (C/C++)

About the role

Garmin is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to develop cutting‑edge audio technology for the marine entertainment market. You will work on consumer‑electronics solutions that integrate industry‑standard communications such as Bluetooth, USB, Wi‑Fi and Ethernet.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement new entertainment solutions based on Bluetooth, USB, Wi‑Fi, Ethernet and related standards.
• Plan, document and track tasks following Garmin’s development process.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality embedded software.
• Occasionally travel domestically or internationally for project needs.

Required profile

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or a related technical field.
• Legal right to live and work in New Zealand.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and a passion for consumer‑electronics innovation.

Required skills

• Proficient in C and C++ programming.
• Solid understanding of object‑oriented design (inheritance, polymorphism, abstract classes, templates).
• Experience with wired networking (CAN, NMEA2000, USB, Ethernet, TSN).
• Experience with wireless technologies (Bluetooth, LE‑Audio, Wi‑Fi).
• Familiarity with UI frameworks (LVGL, Qt, OpenGL, Android, iOS).
• Comfort with development tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Git, Gerrit, Zuul and Azure DevOps.

What we offer

• Comprehensive health, life and income protection insurance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan and product discounts.
• Wellbeing benefits and a collaborative, innovative work environment.