Garmin · 2 days ago
Java Software Engineer 2
Olathe, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expGarmin is seeking a full-time Java Software Engineer 2 in their Olathe, KS location. The role involves designing, enhancing, and developing applications as part of a structured Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) process, while also providing solutions for complex software problems and mentoring less experienced engineers.
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Responsibilities
Provides solutions for complex software problems for existing applications
Maintains, improves, and extends existing software with limited assistance from other associates
Works collaboratively/professionally in a team environment to determine general approach and specific solutions to technical problems and achieve goals
Reviews complex tasks for soundness of technical judgment and overall adequacy/accuracy
Works with Garmin IT Analysts to develop/implement unit and system testing processes for single or multi system projects
Responsible for planning small/medium-sized projects or tasks, makes substantial contributions to determining the feasibility of goals/objectives, and provides reliable solutions to a variety of problems using sound problem solving techniques
Performs technical root cause analysis and outlines corrective action for given problems
Serves as a mentor to less experienced IT Software Engineers (Software Engineer 1)
Demonstrates proficient use/knowledge of established standards/procedures, learns how to use/apply engineering tools as needed, and documents work thoroughly and in an organized manner
Understands change is important and adapts well, demonstrates quality/effectiveness in work documentation and organization, and participates in project definition activities including feature analysis and system tradeoffs
Designs, enhances and develops single and multi-system applications written in Java, C++, C#, Visual Basic, SQL, PHP, or PL/SQL as part of a structured Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) process
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or related field AND a minimum of 2 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
Demonstrated experience in successful implementation of technology solutions
Must demonstrate proficiency and possess experience necessary to design, enhance and develop single and multi-system applications
Demonstrated ability to learn and understand secure coding practices
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Must possess programming experience using Java, Java Server Pages (JSP), Java Servlets, JDBC, Java Enterprise Edition technologies, O/R mapping (Hibernate, Toplink), Java Web Frameworks (Struts, JSF)
Must demonstrate an understanding of web standards (XHTML, CSS) relevant to Garmin's business needs
Preferred
Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
Previous experience working in a team environment
Benefits
Garmin's benefit program
Company
Garmin
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