At Garmin we create products that are designed indoors for outdoor activities. We do this to enable our customers to make the most of their time spent pursuing their passions.

We are looking for a Technical/Team Lead to join our Marine Cloud team.

The team develops software solutions for Garmin Marine, the platform for tracking, monitoring, and navigating marine environments using data gathered from our advanced marine devices. The Marine ecosystem relies on complex technical solutions with multiple microservices working together to process, categorize, and utilize information provided by marine chart plotters, fish finders, autopilot systems, radar, marine charts, and other marine electronics. These solutions ensure seamless integration and performance, empowering users to navigate safely and efficiently while enjoying their time on the water. Our innovative products and solutions have been recognized with multiple awards from the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA), underscoring our commitment to excellence and leadership in marine technology.

As a Technical Lead, you will drive the vision of our products while guiding the team through complex engineering challenges. You will mentor engineers, promote best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions.

As a Team Leader, you will be directing and coordinating software development activities within Garmin Marine Cloud teams. You will directly supervise Java software backend engineers, oversee training and career development for all your team members and address team problems. You will help design, implement and develop various sets of APIs that support multiple business segments in accordance with Garmin's software development methodology.

Requirements

Technical:

• Strong knowledge of Java.
• Working experience with CI/CD, Docker and/or Kubernetes.
• Skilled in Architectural and Software Design review.
• Demonstrated project management experience.

Leadership & soft skills:

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in leading teams of 4+ people.
• Proven experience in performance evaluation of team members.
• Ability to set SMART objectives for each team member that align with the team and organizational goals.
• Demonstrate mentoring experience in helping team members tailor their careers.
• Focus on efficient time and resource management.
• Demonstrate strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Skilled in feedback delivery for team members.
• Able to negotiate different aspects of product delivery with team members and stakeholders.
• Strong initiative to find ways to improve solutions, systems, and processes.
• Solid abilities in organizing, planning, and prioritizing teamwork.
• Adaptable, proactive and passionate about technology & innovation.
• Excellent English speaking and writing skills.

Would be a plus:

• Cloud development (Azure, AWS) previous work experience.
• Knowledge of Incident Management practices.
• Experience with Information Systems ownership.

Benefits

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.