What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineering Manager - Embedded - Auto OEM position at Garmin?
Overview
We are seeking a full-time Software Engineering Manager on our Automotive OEM team for our Olathe, KS location. The manager will oversee an experienced team of software architects and engineers in various US locations tasked with designing and implementing novel and innovating approaches to some of the industry's most challenging technology problems. Garmin Automotive OEM delivers cutting edge and award-winning in-car technology for the world's leading automakers. As a Software Engineering Manager, you will be contributing to the planning and execution of proofs of concept for industry trade shows, owning technology road maps, interfacing with customers and business partners on joint development initiatives, and shaping our technical offer on customer RFQs, RFIs, and RFPs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in software architecture, a long track record of cross-functional collaboration, and excellent communication skills.
Essential Functions
- Provide leadership and direct the activities of software engineers focused on design of new products, enhancement of existing designs and improvement of software architecture design processes and procedures
- Directly supervise various levels of team members by setting the tone for the team environment and providing individualized coaching, training, and mentoring
- Plan staffing, resource, and market requirements to complete projects
- Participate in recruiting activities including reviewing staffing requirements based on project plans, interview, hire, train, and evaluate performance for the team
- Maintain and adapt technology road maps by considering nascent market trends and objectively evaluating competing solutions
- Evaluate technical offers from software vendors for integration into Garmin's solutions
- Manage external partners and contractors to deliver quality software according to plan
- Prepare and present technical concepts and proposals to customers, business partners, and other stakeholders
- Coordinate and participate in customer requests for quotes (RFQs, RFPs, RFIs, etc.)
- Support software architecture activities on awarded programs
Basic Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
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
