Senior iOS Software Engineer

Garmin
Chandler, Arizona, United StatesFull-timePosted Sep 18, 2026

About the role

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Senior iOS Software Engineer for Garmin's Chandler, AZ location. In this role, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership and project planning for software development for commercial aviation products, applications, or systems new to Garmin as an individual contributor.

Essential Functions

Serves in a leadership capacity as an individual contributor for carrying out software development in Swift, Objective-C, Swift UI and UIkit languages

May serve as a Lead Software Engineer for complex software development project designs and/or reviews architected modules and software systems supporting new technology or improving capability/performance of existing functionality

Decomposes functional requirements into well-defined tasks

Researches fundamental problems and implements algorithm solutions that are appropriate

Offers peer technical assessments in areas of expertise, new technologies and software designs

Assists design engineering as needed with component datasheet review and schematic design review

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

Supports working hours as part of a rotating schedule to provide on call support of Garmin’s 24/7 operations

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Math, Physics or related field AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience

Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)

Demonstrated proficiency with designing well architectured software systems and modules that support new technology or improve capability/performance of existing functionality

Demonstrated competence with researching fundamental problems and implementing appropriate algorithmic solutions

Demonstrated ability to serve as a lead software engineer for a complex software project

Ability to decompose functional requirements into well-defined tasks while balancing quality, quantity, and complexity in work output

Demonstrated capability to offer peer technical assessments in areas of expertise, new technologies and software designs

Mastered proficiency in writing software in Swift, Objective-C, Swift UI and UIkit language or other selected languages

Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

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

Design architecture background

Senior level iOS Software Development experience with leadership and mentoring skills

Aviation industry experience or a pilot background is a plus

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

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership and project planning for software development
  • Serve as a Lead Software Engineer for complex software development projects
  • Decompose functional requirements into well-defined tasks
  • Research fundamental problems and implement algorithm solutions
  • Offer peer technical assessments in areas of expertise
  • Assist design engineering with component datasheet and schematic design review
  • Participate in project leadership and program planning
  • Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced Software Engineers

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
  • Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
  • Proficiency in Swift, Objective-C, Swift UI and UIkit
  • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Detail oriented, organized, and a driven problem solver

Benefits

  • Eligible for Garmin's benefit program

Skills mentioned

SwiftiOS DevelopmentSwiftUIUIKitMobile DevelopmentSystem DesignPerformance OptimizationXcodeDebuggingConcurrency

About Garmin

WHERE DO WE START? How about Kansas City? That’s our home. That’s where Garmin put a stake in the ground in 1989. We’ve grown substantially over the years, offering diverse products and global reach in 5 diverse markets. But some things won’t ever change: Our entrepreneurial spirit and a culture where everyone’s opinion matters. That’s because we believe it’s possible to light the tech world on fire and still be on a first name basis. BIG IDEAS, SMALL EGOS What we do best is make products that let our customers do what they love. To do that, we focus on practical innovation, never losing sight of the benefits our products bring to our customers. Sure, we love bells and whistles. What leading technology company doesn't? But we make sure ours have purpose. It’s not about the things we make. It’s about the things we make possible. WE’RE GLOBAL, SERIOUSLY. Yeah, we’re based in Kansas City, but we are truly a global company. With offices throughout Europe, Asia, Middle East, South America and Australia, our products are sold all over the world. One elevator ride at our headquarters and you’re likely to hear 4 (or more) different languages being spoken. At Garmin, we may act local, but we think global. DREAM BIG. SLEEP WELL. At Garmin, we like to encourage dreamers. But at some point it’s nice to wake up and enjoy a fully aware life. So we make it super easy to achieve a good balance between working, dreaming and enjoying life—from workout classes offered throughout the day, breaks to get out and move on our campus, and wellness programs offered throughout the year. It’s almost impossible not to take advantage of Garmin’s work-life balance opportunities.

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