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Software Design Engineer roles consistently qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires your employer to document that no equally qualified U.S. worker is available. Most positions need a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related engineering field, and sponsorship timelines vary significantly by country of birth.
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Are you ready for what’s next? Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.
Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Bringing products from concept to design, prototype, qualification, and into production utilizing Navico Product Development (NPD) process.
- Develop application code for embedded devices.
- Develop processes for the manipulation of data content.
- Design verification through thorough development testing.
- Verify software designs and development at the system level.
- Develop Android distributed system using Android SDK, Kotlin/Java and integrate with hardware.
- Develop suite of applications that integrate a whole system and design features in Android using Android architecture framework, DI frameworks, MVVM/MVP and Junit/Robolectric. Design, develop, test and maintain software for embedded systems in C/C++.
- Work with global team leads, local team leads, and project managers. Document software project design and detailed requirements (DRD, etc.).
- Report task status and provide clear and concise test reports.
- Collaborate with managers to estimate resources and schedule tasks.
- Assist team members in resolving complex or critical issues.
- Support other groups such as electrical, mechanical, and SQA as needed.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, electronics engineering or related.
- 7+ years of experience in software development or related field.
- Develop Android distributed system using Android SDK, Kotlin/Java and integrate with hardware;
- Develop a suite of applications that integrate whole system and design features in Android using Android architecture framework, DI frameworks, MVVM/MVP and Junit/Robolectric; and
- Design, develop, test and maintain software for embedded systems in C/C++.
WHY BRUNSWICK:
Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!
ABOUT DIVISION/BRAND
Navico Group is a stand-alone division of Brunswick, the world’s largest recreational marine business. Navico Group is the global leader in technology, systems and solutions for a variety of industries, from Marine & RV to Specialty Vehicles and beyond. Our broad portfolio consists of the industry's leading brands in Power Systems, Digital Systems, Fishing Systems, and Performance Components including Ancor, Attwood, B&G, BEP, Blue Sea Systems, C-MAP, CZone, Garelick, Lenco, Lowrance, Marinco, MotorGuide, Mastervolt, ProMariner, RELiON, Simrad and Whale.
Our team is committed and driven, every day, to be the most trusted supply partner to the marine and mobile industries...and beyond.
Next is Now! We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.
Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com for support.
For more information about EEO laws, - click here
Brunswick Corporation participates in E-Verify as part of our commitment to a lawful and transparent hiring process. For additional information click here: https://www.brunswick.com/e-verify.
Brunswick and Workday Privacy Policies
Brunswick does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors. For help, please contact our support team at: hrsharedservices@brunswick.com or 866-278-6942.
All job offers will come to you via the candidate portal you create when applying through a posted position through https://www.brunswick.com/careers. If you are ever unsure about what is being required of you during the application process or its source, please contact HR Shared Services at 866-278-6942 or HRSharedServices@brunswick.com.
INTRODUCTION
Are you ready for what’s next? Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.
Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality. At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Bringing products from concept to design, prototype, qualification, and into production utilizing Navico Product Development (NPD) process.
- Develop application code for embedded devices.
- Develop processes for the manipulation of data content.
- Design verification through thorough development testing.
- Verify software designs and development at the system level.
- Develop Android distributed system using Android SDK, Kotlin/Java and integrate with hardware.
- Develop suite of applications that integrate a whole system and design features in Android using Android architecture framework, DI frameworks, MVVM/MVP and Junit/Robolectric. Design, develop, test and maintain software for embedded systems in C/C++.
- Work with global team leads, local team leads, and project managers. Document software project design and detailed requirements (DRD, etc.).
- Report task status and provide clear and concise test reports.
- Collaborate with managers to estimate resources and schedule tasks.
- Assist team members in resolving complex or critical issues.
- Support other groups such as electrical, mechanical, and SQA as needed.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, electronics engineering or related.
- 7+ years of experience in software development or related field.
- Develop Android distributed system using Android SDK, Kotlin/Java and integrate with hardware;
- Develop a suite of applications that integrate whole system and design features in Android using Android architecture framework, DI frameworks, MVVM/MVP and Junit/Robolectric; and
- Design, develop, test and maintain software for embedded systems in C/C++.
WHY BRUNSWICK:
Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!
ABOUT DIVISION/BRAND
Navico Group is a stand-alone division of Brunswick, the world’s largest recreational marine business. Navico Group is the global leader in technology, systems and solutions for a variety of industries, from Marine & RV to Specialty Vehicles and beyond. Our broad portfolio consists of the industry's leading brands in Power Systems, Digital Systems, Fishing Systems, and Performance Components including Ancor, Attwood, B&G, BEP, Blue Sea Systems, C-MAP, CZone, Garelick, Lenco, Lowrance, Marinco, MotorGuide, Mastervolt, ProMariner, RELiON, Simrad and Whale.
Our team is committed and driven, every day, to be the most trusted supply partner to the marine and mobile industries...and beyond.
Next is Now! We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.
Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com for support.
For more information about EEO laws, - click here
Brunswick Corporation participates in E-Verify as part of our commitment to a lawful and transparent hiring process. For additional information click here: https://www.brunswick.com/e-verify.
Brunswick and Workday Privacy Policies
Brunswick does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors. For help, please contact our support team at: hrsharedservices@brunswick.com or 866-278-6942.
All job offers will come to you via the candidate portal you create when applying through a posted position through https://www.brunswick.com/careers. If you are ever unsure about what is being required of you during the application process or its source, please contact HR Shared Services at 866-278-6942 or HRSharedServices@brunswick.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Software Design Engineer
Align your degree to the job description
PERM labor certification requires your degree field to match the role's minimum requirements. A computer science or software engineering degree maps cleanly, but an unrelated bachelor's paired with years of experience can complicate DOL audit responses and slow certification.
Target employers with active PERM filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Software Design Engineer roles by employers who have filed PERM applications, so you're targeting companies already familiar with the DOL certification process rather than educating a reluctant hiring team.
Verify your employer's E-Verify enrollment early
PERM-sponsored employers aren't required to use E-Verify, but many large tech employers are enrolled. Confirming enrollment before your offer stage prevents surprises during I-9 verification and signals the employer's readiness to handle federal compliance.
Request the PERM timeline in writing before accepting
PERM labor certification can take six to twelve months at DOL before the I-140 petition even begins. Ask your employer to outline their intended filing schedule, including whether they plan to use PERM audit defense counsel, before you resign your current position.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location throughout the PERM and green card process. Run your job title and ZIP code through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiations so you know the floor your offer must clear.
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Find Software Design Engineer JobsSoftware Design Engineer Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Software Design Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Software Design Engineer positions qualify for EB-3 at minimum, since they require a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. EB-2 is available when the role genuinely requires a master's degree or when you hold one and can demonstrate it's customarily required. Your employer's attorney documents the minimum requirements during PERM, so the job description language matters significantly.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B is a temporary status capped at 65,000 slots annually and subject to lottery selection, while PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the petition level. The tradeoff is time: PERM and I-140 processing can run 18 months or longer before you even reach the priority date queue. Green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency, not a renewable temporary status.
Can I switch employers during the PERM or green card process?
Changing employers restarts the PERM process entirely, since the certification is tied to a specific employer and job offer. Once your I-140 is approved and you've been in adjustment of status for 180 days, AC21 portability lets you move to a similar role without losing your priority date. Software Design Engineer roles typically qualify as sufficiently similar under USCIS portability guidance.
Where can I find Software Design Engineer jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Software Design Engineer roles filtered by employers who have filed employment-based green card petitions, which saves significant time compared to manually researching PERM disclosure data. Filtering by sponsorship history surfaces hiring teams already experienced with the PERM and I-140 process, reducing the risk of a sponsorship offer falling apart mid-process.
How long does the green card process take for a Software Design Engineer born in India or China?
Applicants born in India or China face priority date backlogs that can extend the total green card timeline by many years beyond the initial PERM and I-140 processing period. The EB-2 and EB-3 preference categories for these countries are heavily oversubscribed. USCIS publishes a monthly Visa Bulletin with current priority dates, which is the only reliable way to track where your place in the queue stands.
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