Senior Software Engineer

Company Overview

Brunswick Corporation, a global leader in the marine industry, is dedicated to pushing boundaries and developing cutting-edge technologies that revolutionize experiences on the water and beyond. We foster diverse teams that drive the future of marine recreation under the guiding philosophy 'Next Never Rests™'.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to play a critical role in the design, development, and delivery of software within the Navico Group PD&E division. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on producing dependable, high-quality products while working closely with cross-functional teams. You will contribute to software architecture, implementation, and problem-solving, also mentoring junior engineers to promote engineering best practices. Experience with firmware and embedded systems will be especially valued as product and team needs evolve.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and maintain robust software systems and applications.
• Participate actively in technical design discussions and perform thorough code reviews.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver resilient software solutions.
• Ensure software quality through testing, automation, debugging, and adherence to best engineering practices.
• Identify and resolve complex software and system-level issues effectively.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and promote a collaborative, high-quality engineering culture.
• Contribute to architecture decisions and technical strategy as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively on software, firmware, and hardware integration as product requirements evolve.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ professional experience in software development and engineering.
• Strong expertise in software design, development, and debugging methodologies.
• Proficiency in programming with C and C++ languages.
• Experience using build tools such as Make and CMake.
• Familiarity with Qt/QML or comparable frameworks.
• Development experience targeting Linux, iOS, Android, and/or Windows platforms.
• Knowledge of CAN bus communication protocols.
• Experience working with IoT technologies such as ThingsBoard, MQTT, and Mender.
• Strong analytical problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills.
• Ability to work cohesively in team environments.
• Bonus: Experience with Zephyr RTOS, hardware debugging, using oscilloscopes and multimeters, and interpreting electronic schematics.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in firmware development or low-level embedded programming.
• Skill in hardware–software integration and embedded environment debugging.
• Knowledge of embedded Linux systems.
• Understanding of bootloaders, firmware update processes, and embedded security principles.
• Experience developing Linux kernel drivers.
• Involvement in hardware bring-up from initial stages.
• Familiarity with networking technologies including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, TCP/IP, and Ethernet.
• Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices using tools like Azure DevOps and Jenkins.
• Familiarity with containerization tools such as Docker.
• Experience working in Agile software development environments.

Working Conditions

• This role is highly technical and hands-on.
• May require on-water testing of prototypes and new products.
• Main work location is in the New Zealand office with occasional collaboration with international colleagues.

Why Join Brunswick?

Brunswick leads the recreational marine industry with a strong commitment to innovation, values, and employee welfare. We provide competitive benefits including a pension plan with company matching, health insurance, paid leave, and a comprehensive wellness program. We also take pride in multiple industry awards recognizing our workplace excellence.

About Navico Group

As an independent division of Brunswick, Navico Group specializes in technology and solutions across marine, RV, and specialty vehicles industries with leading brands such as Ancor, Lowrance, Simrad, among others. Our driven team aims to be the most trusted supplier in these markets and beyond.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Brunswick Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides accommodations for applicants throughout the hiring process upon request.