The Vehicle Experiences Engine (VEE) at GM is transforming how millions of people interact with their vehicles by building the software engines behind next-generation digital experiences. At the heart of this transformation is the Compute Systems Software team — the group that delivers the foundational platform software for GM’s infotainment compute systems. Our work spans the Linux kernel, board support packages (BSP), and device drivers that power Android Automotive OS, multimedia, connectivity, and core system services.
As Software Engineering Manager, Compute Systems Software , you’ll lead a team of engineers building these platforms, with a specific focus on containerization, modularization, and software update pipelines across our infotainment compute stack. You’ll translate technical strategy into clear execution plans, support and grow senior individual contributors, and partner with silicon vendors, DevOps, and cross-functional teams to deliver platform capabilities that ship in production vehicles worldwide.
This role is focused on hands-on team leadership and execution . You’ll be close to the code and design decisions, own delivery for a well-defined set of platform areas, and lead the collaboration with our DevOps partners to build a best-in-class CI pipeline on top of broader GM CI infrastructure, while shaping engineering practices that raise the bar for reliability, performance, and maintainability across our infotainment compute stack.
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Manage and develop a high-performing engineering team, providing clear expectations, coaching, and career growth for engineers at various levels.
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Own delivery for a subset of compute system software (e.g., specific Linux subsystems, BSP components, or device drivers) that power GM’s infotainment platforms.
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Translate technical strategy into execution , turning high-level platform direction into actionable roadmaps, sprint goals, and clear priorities for the team.
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Drive high-quality engineering practices , including code reviews, design reviews, test strategy, observability, and robust CI/CD for platform software.
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Partner cross-functionally with Android Automotive OS, multimedia, connectivity, and hardware teams to ensure seamless integration and predictable delivery.
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Collaborate with vendors (e.g., Qualcomm) on bring-up, debugging, and platform enhancements; help ensure external partners are unblocked and aligned with GM’s needs.
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Continuously improve team processes , removing friction, clarifying ownership, and fostering a culture of technical excellence and psychological safety.
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10+ years of professional experience building embedded or edge software platforms, with a solid foundation in Linux kernel, BSP, or device driver development.
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3+ years of engineering leadership experience as a people manager, tech lead manager, or equivalent, including responsibility for performance management and hiring.
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Experience driving projects from design through launch, including planning, estimation, risk management, and cross-team coordination .
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Strong technical credibility in embedded Linux , with the ability to participate in design discussions, review code and architectures, and ask the right technical questions.
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Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional partners (product, program management, hardware, and other software teams) and communicate clearly with stakeholders.
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Familiarity with implementing modern engineering practices — Git/GitHub, CSM, CI/CD, automated testing, and structured release processes .
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Deep knowledge of Linux kernel internals and frameworks (e.g., memory management, DMA, V4L2, ALSA).
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Prior experience managing or tech-leading platform teams , especially in automotive, consumer electronics, or other safety-/reliability-critical domains.
Compensation: The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of the California Bay Area.
The salary range for this role is $217,000 - 333,000. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
