Embedded C Software Engineer I Graphics Team

We are a global company with offices in the US, Europe and Asia. In these centers, we carry out the various stages of product development, from initial concept to mass production of ready-to-sell units. We embrace a vertically integrated business model with strategic design, manufacturing, distribution, sales and support centers around the world to maximize our value to customers.

Garmin is a great place to work if you love developing products that make a difference and if you are passionate about technology.

Currently, in our Cluj office, we are looking for a new colleague to join Garmin Aviation teams- Graphics project.

Embedded Graphics - The team primarily focuses on developing graphics stack to support all Garmin Avionics products that has a Graphics Processor (product list).

This includes the following:

• Architecting, customizing and optimizing Graphics Drivers for programmable GPUs
• Turning on GPUs for new platforms
• Architecting, developing and optimizing graphics managers to support multithreaded/multiplatform/multiwindow applications that share one or more GPUs
• Developing OpenGL, Vulkan and software-based graphics interface to allow application level developers seamlessly use GPUs/CPUs
• Developing new shaders to improve graphics features on Garmin Avionics
• Developing and maintaining a highly integrated regression test platform to verify that the graphics stack libraries work for all supported products
• Certify Graphics stack libraries to relevant safety standards
• Debugging complex graphical issues for all graphics products ranging from Flight Deck products like GX000 and HUD to retrofit products like GDU700

We believe that collaboration leads to the best ideas, and we rely heavily on team interaction. As a hybrid role based in Cluj-Napoca, this position will require at least 3 days in the office each week.

• Strong programming skills and C knowledge
• Experience in low-level programming
• Demonstrates mastery of relevant software engineering tools (configuration management systems, build processes, debuggers, simulators, static code analysis, and logic analyzers)
• Collaborate closely with product teams to integrate new features and technology into product platforms
• Detail-oriented individual with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in English
• BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Math or another relevant engineering/technical field
• At least 4 years of relevant experience

Would be a plus

• Experience with OpenGL, or Vulkan
• Embedded C experience on ARM or Blackfin architecture
• Experience in developing safety-critical software following DO-178B standard
• Strong knowledge of Python 3

Benefits to enhance your experience:

• 24 days off each year plus extra vacation days based on years at Garmin and compensation for legal holidays.
• Health package subscription and yearly budget for glasses.
• Monthly budget for sports and wellbeing activities.
• Local and global career development programs (training, mentorship, technical and leadership development, and more).
• Access to e-learning platforms and support for technical conferences attendance.
• Loyalty bonus within the company, plus other special bonuses (for holidays and personal life events).
• Meal tickets.

Yours exclusively when part of our team:

• Significant discount for Garmin products.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Contribution to the retirement plan (Pillar 3).
• Garmin products available for testing and borrowing.
• A comprehensive event series championing wellbeing, sports, and community tailored to foster holistic health (featuring sports events, classes, hackathons, parties, and more).
• Other benefits which we invite you to discover along the recruitment process.

Garmin Cluj is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability.