Senior Software Engineer - GNSS / INS

Cochrane, AB, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 19, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 20, 2026

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Overview

We are seeking a full-time Senior Software Engineer (GNSS / INS) at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area or at our location in Cochrane, Alberta, Canada. This role is on our Core Platform Technology team and will develop GNSS and INS based positioning solutions. This is an innovation and exploration role where you will work closely with all of Garmin's product segments to explore, align and advance positioning technology in all of Garmin's product categories.

Essential Functions

Contribute to productization and algorithm development in positioning technologies
Design, implement, test and document complex software applications using C/C++ for use in embedded systems
Participate in peer reviews of software designs, algorithm designs and software implementation
Collaborate with colleagues on software/algorithm design approaches and implementations
Provide reliable solutions to a variety of positioning problems using sound problem solving techniques
Participates in project leadership and/or program planning including providing technical input to product development plans and concept documents
Makes substantial contributions toward determination of project goal/objective feasibility and applies good judgment in setting schedules/risk taking
Mentors and provides guidance to less experienced Software Engineers (1 & 2)
Contributes to advanced technical research on new technologies
Offers process improvement suggestions and authors new procedures as appropriate
Provides reliable solutions to a wide range of difficult problems using sound problem solving techniques
Mentors and provides guidance to less experienced software engineers (Software Engineer 1 & 2 & Senior Software Engineers)

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Math, Physics or related field AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in positioning algorithms for consumer applications with a strong understanding of GNSS measurements and error sources, estimation techniques including least squares & Kalman filtering, blunder/fault detection, multi-constellation and multi-frequency, AGNSS, inertial navigation systems, inertial sensors, sensor fusion and other geomatic related topics.
Proficient in software development and engineering with C/C++ for embedded, real-time environments
Strong ability to use scripting languages (i.e. Python, Matlab etc.) or C++ to automate data analysis of large amounts of data to verify positioning algorithms
Proven ability to explore and research technical algorithmic problems and implementing appropriate algorithmic solutions
Demonstrate a successful track record in managing exceedingly complex problems and providing success solutions which are highly innovative and ingenious
Experience with architecting solutions for multiple groups and/or disciplines
Must be positive, detail oriented, organized, team oriented and a driven problem solver, multi-tasker, and self-starter with the ability to prioritize and lead in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment

Desired Qualifications

Expertise in inertial navigation techniques (e.g. vehicle and pedestrian dead reckoning, GNSS aided INS)
Experience in Java
Knowledge of carrier phase measurement processing methods
Knowledgeable in GNSS measurement generation, tracking loops and how measurements are impacted by environment.
Experience in MEMS sensor technology, including error source modeling and quantification of accelerometers and gyroscopes
Experience in detection of GNSS denial of service, jamming or spoofing events

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

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Responsibilities

Develop, productize, test, and document GNSS- and INS-based positioning algorithms and embedded software using C/C++. Collaborate across product teams, contribute to technical planning and research, review designs, solve complex positioning problems, and mentor less experienced engineers.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent education and experience, plus at least five years of relevant experience. Candidates need expertise in positioning algorithms and GNSS/INS technologies, embedded C/C++ development, scripting-based data analysis, and the ability to research and solve complex technical problems.

Skills

GNSS Positioning
Inertial Navigation Systems
C/C++
Embedded Systems
Real-Time Software
Positioning Algorithms
Kalman Filtering
Least Squares Estimation
Python
MATLAB
Sensor Fusion
Inertial Sensors
Algorithm Development
Data Analysis
Software Architecture
Technical Mentoring

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Keywords

GNSS
INS
Positioning Algorithms
C/C++
Embedded Systems
Real-Time Environments
Python
MATLAB
Least Squares
Kalman Filtering
Blunder Detection
Fault Detection
Multi-Constellation GNSS
Multi-Frequency GNSS
Assisted GNSS
Inertial Navigation
Dead Reckoning
Sensor Fusion
MEMS Sensors
Accelerometers
Gyroscopes
Carrier Phase Measurements
GNSS Tracking Loops
Jamming Detection
Spoofing Detection
Algorithm Research
Software Architecture
Data Analysis
Peer Reviews
Technical Mentoring

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