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# Software Engineering Team Leader - Sensors team

- **Company:** Garmin Ltd
- **Location:** Olathe, KS, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Computer Engineering, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Technical Review, Scripting, Garmin, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/76106711-software-engineering-team-leader-sensors-team

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Math, Physics or related fieldANDa minimum of 5 years relevant experienceORa minimum of 10 years relevant experience
 * Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
 * Must possess detailed knowledge of and experience with C and/or C++ including the ability to review code changes and provide constructive feedback
 * Demonstrated ability and experience managing and/or mentoring software engineers
 * Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
 * Ability to move effectively between people leadership, technical discussions, and product support requests
 * Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technical domains, * Experience with embedded software and its interaction with hardware
 * Low-power sensors, audio, or drivers in embedded platforms
 * Developing or supporting reusable technologies across multiple products
 * Automated testing, data analysis, or scripting with Python

## Description

* Lead and develop a team of low-level software engineers responsible for sensor and audio platforms
 * Collaborate with product and technology teams to develop and prioritize the team's roadmap
 * Enable the team to own and execute on reusable embedded sensor and audio platform capabilities
 * Coach engineers through technical decisions, design and code reviews, problem solving, and career development
 * Coordinate and participate in generating software requirements and designs in accordance with Garmin's software development methodology
 * Engage with vendors and collaborate with them to provide the necessary HW and SW solutions to meet Garmin's needs now and in the future
 * Evaluate design tradeoffs across low-level software and hardware as they relate to power consumption, cost, reliability, and time to market
 * Partner with product teams and different engineering disciplines to recommend, integrate, and deliver sensor solutions
 * Work with human resources to address employee relations issues as needed including writing and conducting annual performance evaluations
 * Ensure the team meets overall development goals in accordance with the product development plan or market requirements and ensure project milestones are met
 * Directly supervise software team members at multiple levels by setting the tone for the team environment and providing individualized coaching, training and mentoring
 * Participate in recruiting activities, interview, hire, train, and evaluate performance for the team