Hybrid: This position is classified as a Hybrid position, meaning the successful candidate will work in office a minimum of three (3) days per week.
The Role
The Vehicle Mechatronic Embedded Controls (VMEC) delivers customer-facing features using a disciplined approach to layered software architecture. The successful Staff Software Engineer, Secure Vehicle Access is a recognized automotive technical expert who will lead the architecture design, development, testing and implementation of embedded software in the secure vehicle access product area.
The successful Staff Software Engineer , Secure Vehicle Access will embody GM's core values and behaviors, champion change, bring strategic focus to systemic issues, demonstrate learning agility, deal with ambiguity, and push the envelope without accepting the status quo.
What you will do:
-
Influence, collaborate and build relationships with cross-functional teams to develop and execute the Secure Vehicle Access roadmap
-
Engage with the Program, Product, Systems and Engineering teams to release robust Vehicle Access functionality across the GM portfolio on time and with high quality
-
Provide technical leadership & vision; generate technical innovations
-
Cultivate a collaborative and high-performing environment across organizational barriers, within GM and with suppliers
-
Provide input & guidance as it relates to work priorities for the immediate GM/supplier engineering team
-
Develop software architecture and designs that interact safely and efficiently in a complex environment; analyze and peer review software solutions
-
Plan and negotiate software release schedule and content
-
Support agile principles and practices, identifying and eliminating impediments
-
Champion early adoption of new tools and processes
-
Develop, coach and mentor team members
Required Skills and Experience:
-
Expert knowledge of programming languages such as C, Embedded C, C++ , Python (for testing/scripting)
-
Experience with Vehicle Electrical Architecture’s standards (i.e. ISO 14229, Cybersecurity (intrusion, threat vectors), Ethernet, CAN)
-
Experience with automotive software standards, test methods/procedures and build processes (test-driven development and behavior-driven development (TDD and BDD))
-
Experience with software configuration management processes and tools (eg: GIT Ecosystem, Jira )
-
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Math or Physics
-
8+ years of embedded software development experience in automotive industry
-
In-depth knowledge of requirements engineering process (FMEA, Preliminary Hazard Analyses, Model Based System Engineering)
-
Development or testing experience on SIL/HIL or other virtual environments
-
Knowledge of controls theory and the software development process
-
Excellent analytical ability and demonstrated technical leadership & competency
-
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to work effectively in a geographically dispersed team
-
Excellent time management, oral and written communication skills
-
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects autonomously and with high accountability for results
-
Experience with Lean/Agile principles
Preferred Skills and Experience:
-
Current or previous work experience at General Motors, automotive supplier
-
Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, or Physics.
-
Experience with vehicle development process and program execution milestones & deliverables
-
Experience with vehicle electrical systems, cybersecurity (secure messaging, secure boot, secure debugging)
-
Experience with relevant tools (e.g.: Matlab, Simulink, Vector, Intrepid, Rhapsody, Gears, Doors, ADO, RTC, etc.)
#LI-SW1
Why Join Us
At GM, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping the future of connected, electric, and autonomous vehicles . You’ll work on cutting-edge antenna systems alongside some of the brightest minds in automotive and RF technology — with the resources to make an impact at scale. We offer competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and a culture that values innovation, inclusion, and forward thinking . This is a unique opportunity to lead, innovate, and help millions of customers around the world stay connected on the move .
Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
Benefits : GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
SPONSORSHIP: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, H4 EAD, J-1, etc.)
