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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: 

Position Overview:  

Brunswick’s Boating Intelligence Design Lab (BI-DesignLab), a member of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Research Park, is seeking a software engineer. Projects may span from virtual reality development to building machine learning workflows. The software engineer may be involved in full-stack web development, virtual interactive environment development, machine learning, embedded systems, and more.

The BI-DesignLab is an innovation space and advanced engineering center for Brunswick Corporation and full-time employees of the Lab should expect projects that span a significant range. The nature of an advanced engineering lab requires the ability to work on projects independently, creatively apply knowledge, and be flexible with project requirements. The software engineer is expected to work closely with other members of the Lab to deliver projects as well as diligently represent the work at the Lab to the rest of the organization.

The software engineer will work on some machine learning projects. Brunswick does not do pure research and development of AI/ML technologies but rather focuses on the application of existing and well understood technologies. The software engineer should be knowledgeable about available off-the-shelf solutions and how those may be applied to problems but should also be willing and able to creatively apply knowledge outside of the scope of off-the-shelf solutions.

The Lab has previously developed various types of simulators, mainly using video game development tools. The software engineer will contribute to the creation of these simulators and may be expected oversee the entire development process of one or more projects.

As a member of UIUC Research Park, the Lab has the benefit of being able to resource interns from the student body to help work on projects on-site. Full-time employees of the Lab are expected to manage and mentor up to five (5) interns who will help execute the varying projects at the Lab. The software engineer will be asked to help determine projects that could be executed by interns, identify skills required to execute those projects, develop job descriptions, attract individuals capable of executing those projects, manage the workflow of hired interns, and identify high performers for potential to transition into Brunswick as full-time employees.

Essential Functions:  

Due to the nature of the Lab, it is difficult to capture all the responsibilities and projects for a full-time engineer accurately. The following list is not exhaustive but alludes to the kinds of workflow that will be expected.

Write and maintain code specific to active or previously executed projects as well as train cross-divisional engineers in the use of the code where necessary

Participate in code reviews for the Lab

Collaborate across multiple teams to plan, build, and test complex functionality

Quickly understand problem statements and formulate a variety of possible solutions

Employees of the Lab must be able to evaluate multiple approaches and choose practical solutions and comfortably exploring creative solutions, including those beyond their immediate area of expertise

Work with teams that develop and deploy software solutions outside the Lab

Create and analyze metrics that are leveraged for debugging and monitoring

Triage issues, determine root cause of failures, and coordinate next steps

Partner with design to turn needs into features while balancing user experience with engineering constraints

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.  

Required Qualifications:   

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

5+ years of clear experience in a software development environment deploying large, complex software code bases

Clear experience developing software from scratch

Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and established code bases

A desire to work on unique software across many domains

Interest in working with interns and supporting them in early-career development

Ability to work with some amount of ambiguity in projects

Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills

Work full time in office at the BI-DesignLab in Champaign, Illinois

Preferred Qualifications:

A willingness to learn and grow across diverse technical areas

10+ years of experience in software development

Experience developing with Azure

Experience with boating and recreational maritime activities

Working Conditions:  

This position is onsite 5 days per week at BI-Design Lab (Champaign, IL)

No requirement for lifting heavy things or performing strenuous activity, although occasionally it may be requested.

There will be occasional travel. Once a quarter or less is the expectation.

Occasionally, there will be the need to get on and off boats at various marinas.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $82,600 - 138,200 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. 

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context. 

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here. 

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 valuable benefits including a competitive 401(k) plan with company match, health benefits, paid time off, a robust Wellness Program, and much more.   In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!  

About Brunswick:

Brunswick Corporation is a leader in the marine industry, and we’re looking for people just like you to take part in the movement towards better boating for all. We rely on the thoughtful input of people from all backgrounds to create compelling, innovative products for our customers around the globe. As such, diversity, equity, and inclusion are priorities in the enduring culture of our company. As a world leader in emerging recreational products and technologies, when you join our team, you become part of some of the most innovative, forward-looking brands in the marine industry today.  

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. 

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