Senior Software Engineer - 3D at General Motors

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of experience in application and services development
5+ years of experience contributing to the architecture, documentation, and design of new and existing systems (architecture, design patterns, reliability, and scaling)
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C++ or Blueprint, with the ability to write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
Some experience working with CAD (Computer Aided Design) data, visualization tools or game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity, etc.)
Good understanding of modern 3D graphics pipelines and APIs (OpenGL, DirectX, or Vulkan) and good knowledge of geometric modeling fundamentals

Responsibilities

Develop within our core web technologies (client, framework, and services)
Weigh architectural trade-offs and apply synchronous and asynchronous design patterns
Produce high quality software that is unit tested, code reviewed, and checked in regularly for continuous integration
Be a tech lead and actively mentor other engineers on the team
Explore and pitch product ideas and tech initiatives with cross functional teams
Initiate, plan, and execute large-scale, cross functional, and org-wide critical programs
Leverage technical leadership to ensure adherence to engineering best practices and evangelize opportunities to improve engineering productivity and craftsmanship

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

C++BlueprintSoftware ArchitectureDesign PatternsAsynchronous ProgrammingSynchronous ProgrammingUnit TestingContinuous IntegrationWeb Technologies

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this role?

This role is hybrid, requiring the successful candidate to report to an office in Austin, TX, Warren, MI, Atlanta, GA, or Mountain View, CA at least three times per week.

What are the required skills for this position?

Candidates need 5+ years of experience in application and services development, 5+ years contributing to architecture, documentation, and design of systems, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, proficiency in C++ or Blueprint, experience with CAD data or visualization tools/game engines, and understanding of 3D graphics pipelines and APIs like OpenGL, DirectX, or Vulkan.

What does the role involve in terms of leadership and team culture?

As a technical leader, you will mentor less experienced engineers, build relationships with technical leaders on other teams, facilitate a strong team culture, and leverage technical leadership to adhere to engineering best practices.

What salary or compensation is offered for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a candidate competitive for this Senior Software Engineer role?

A Master's or Ph.D. in computer science, strong problem-solving skills, experience with 3D standards like OpenUSD or GLTF, custom game engine tooling such as Unreal Engine Editor Utility Widgets, and familiarity with tools like GIT, JIRA, and Confluence will give you a competitive edge.

General Motors

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

About General Motors

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by a majority female Board of Directors. The company's goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles.

Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters

1908Year Founded

$486.7MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees