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This interview process is for a Software Engineer II position at Garmin. It is designed to assess a candidate's technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and cultural fit within the company.

Rounds·3

Timeline·~14d

Experience·2 - 5 yrs

Comp band·US$95000 - US$130000

Interview time·150 min

Evaluation

What they measure.

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Technical proficiency in relevant programming languages and tools
  • System design and architecture capabilities
  • Communication and collaboration skills
  • Cultural fit and alignment with Garmin's values

Preparation

How to prepare.

Tips

  1. Review fundamental data structures and algorithms.
  2. Practice coding problems on platforms like LeetCode, HackerRank, or similar.
  3. Understand object-oriented programming principles.
  4. Brush up on system design concepts, especially for mid-level roles.
  5. Prepare for behavioral questions using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
  6. Research Garmin's products, mission, and values.
  7. Understand the specific technologies mentioned in the job description.
  8. Prepare questions to ask the interviewer about the role, team, and company culture.

Study plan

Fig · Study plan — 04 phases

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Phase 01 of 04

Data Structures and Algorithms

Weeks 1-2: Data Structures & Algorithms fundamentals. Practice coding.

Weeks 1-2: Focus on core data structures (arrays, linked lists, trees, graphs, hash maps) and algorithms (sorting, searching, dynamic programming, recursion). Practice implementing these from scratch and analyze their time and space complexity. Cover common coding patterns.

Questions

Commonly asked.

  • Write a function to reverse a linked list.
  • Design a URL shortening service.
  • Tell me about a time you disagreed with a teammate and how you resolved it.
  • Explain the difference between a process and a thread.
  • How would you optimize a slow database query?
  • Describe a challenging bug you encountered and how you debugged it.
  • What are your strengths and weaknesses as a software engineer?
  • How do you approach learning a new technology?
  • Design a system to handle real-time notifications.
  • Tell me about a project you are particularly proud of.

Locations

Regional differences.

Fig · Regions — 02 locations

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Location

Olathe, KS

Interview focus

Understanding of Garmin's specific product lines and technologies.Ability to adapt to Garmin's engineering culture and processes.Experience with embedded systems or relevant Garmin technologies (e.g., GPS, avionics, wearables).

Common questions

  • Describe a challenging project you worked on at Garmin.
  • How do you handle conflicting priorities in a team environment?
  • What are your thoughts on Garmin's approach to product development?
  • Tell me about a time you had to mentor a junior engineer.

Tips

  • Research Garmin's latest products and innovations.
  • Be prepared to discuss how your skills align with Garmin's business areas.
  • Highlight any experience with hardware-software integration if applicable.

Rounds

Round-by-round.

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