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Garmin

Software Engineer - Aviation Core Java

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$50.75 - $69.75/hr

Job Summary : Garmin is a leading technology company specializing in aviation products, and they are seeking a Software Engineer - Aviation Core Java to develop software and create new ...

Garmin

Senior iOS Software Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$137K/yr

Garmin is a leading company in the aviation technology sector, seeking a full-time Senior iOS Software Engineer in their Chandler, AZ location. The role involves providing technical leadership in ...

Socket.dev

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$120 - $190/hr

You'll collaborate with a highly technical team supporting next-generation aviation products while ... May serve as a Lead Software Engineer for complex software development project designs and/or ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for aviation software engineer in Arizona is $137,475.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,800.00 and $161,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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What is an aviation software engineer?

An Aviation Software Engineer designs, develops, tests, and maintains software systems used in aviation, including flight management systems, avionics, air traffic control, and aircraft simulation. They work with programming languages like C, C++, and Python, ensuring software meets strict safety and regulatory standards. Their role may involve optimizing performance, improving reliability, and integrating new technologies into aviation systems.

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Aviation Software Engineers typically spend their days developing, testing, and maintaining software used in aircraft systems such as flight controls, navigation, or communication systems. They collaborate closely with other engineers, quality assurance specialists, and sometimes pilots to ensure that software meets rigorous safety and regulatory standards. Routine tasks often include writing code, debugging, integrating software with hardware, and participating in code reviews and design meetings. This role requires balancing technical tasks with regular communication to resolve challenges and keep projects on schedule.

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Software Engineer - Aviation Core Java

Garmin

Chandler, AZ • On-site

$50.75 - $69.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

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Job Summary:
Garmin is a leading technology company specializing in aviation products, and they are seeking a Software Engineer - Aviation Core Java to develop software and create new functionalities for their products. The role involves collaborating with peers, providing reliable solutions, and mentoring less experienced engineers while supporting Garmin's 24/7 operations.
Responsibilities:
• Creates and executes designs for small sets of new functionalities as part of a software project using Java, or other selected languages
• Utilizes software engineering tools such as configuration management systems, build processes, and debuggers in the software development process
• May perform as a technical leader or Lead Software Engineer for derivative software project
• Collaborates and adds value through participation in peer code reviews, providing comments and suggestions
• 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
• Contributes to technical research on new technologies
• Estimates level of effort, evaluates new options of similar technology, offers suggestions to improve processes, and provides feedback on some electrical design aspects
• Serves as a mentor to less experienced software engineers (Software Engineer 1)
• Supports working hours as part of a rotating schedule to provide on call support of Garmin’s 24/7 operations
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Math, Physics or related field AND a minimum of 1 year 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 and experience necessary to develop moderately complex software in Java, or other selected languages
• Proficient knowledge, utilization and mastery of relevant software engineering tools (configuration management systems, build processes, debuggers, emulators, simulators and logic analyzers)
Preferred:
• Outstanding academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.5)
• Previous work or internship experience in design, particularly for consumer products
• Back end object oriented development experience: Java, Spring Boot, Restful-ish APIs, Microservices architecture, Cloud environment
Company:
Garmin manufactures marine, aviation, and consumer technologies suitable to run on positioning systems. Founded in 1989, the company is headquartered in Olathe, USA, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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