Senior Software Engineer at General Motors

Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum 8 years of professional full stack software development experience
  • Excellent technical (hands-on) knowledge of Java, SQL
  • Excellent technical (hands-on) knowledge of UI Frameworks (Angular, React)
  • Proficient in multi-threaded development
  • Experience with Spring Boot
  • Experience with cloud platforms, Kubernetes/Docker, and HPC platforms
  • Excellent understanding of software development best practices
  • Experience integrating applications with multiple enterprise level services
  • Experience designing, implementing, and optimizing production applications
  • Experience working in an agile environment
  • Extensive UI Design experience
  • Comfortable dealing with ambiguity
  • Public Cloud (Azure/AWS/GCP) experience
  • Distributed System Design (on-prem, public cloud) experience
  • Drives results through a strong work ethic
  • Challenges themselves and their peers
  • Enjoys working collaboratively in cross-functional teams
  • Has a strong ability and willingness to learn
  • Desires to deliver innovative solutions to complex problems
  • Has a strong attention to detail
  • Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven experience creating and presenting solution proposals and strategic technical proposals
  • Model GM behaviors and actively contribute to building a winning culture
  • Expected to report to the Limerick office 3 times per week (Hybrid role)

Responsibilities

  • Develop scalable software solutions based on detailed business requirements and supported technology architecture
  • Design and implement Computer Vision models using Convolutional Neural Network/Object Detection and Segmentation models for tasks like equipment detection, anomaly detection, and quality inspection
  • Optimize models for various hardware platforms (CPUs, GPUs, FPGAs) for efficient real-time performance on the plant floor
  • Develop and maintain AI models and pipelines for manufacturing applications
  • Demonstrate proficiency in Java, GitHub Workflows, UI Framework Development (Angular), API Framework Development, Data Layer Development, Unit Testing, Solutions Architecture, Secured Development Patterns, Kubernetes/Docker, Mobile Development, Network (Firewall, Proxy, Gateway), Azure/AWS/GCP
  • Actively engage in development team activities for brainstorming new solutions and refining current solutions
  • Drive technical efforts that lead to success in software project delivery
  • Possess technical depth in multi-layer solution development, performance tuning, solution debug, incident triage/remediation, and usability improvement
  • Identify and remediate software opportunities related to code quality, security, framework development, and software usability refinement
  • Proficiency in build/release automation solutions and augmenting them with unit testing, code quality scanning, security scanning, and dependency management
  • Mentor and coach new and experienced software developers

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

JavaAngularKubernetesDockerAzureAWSGCPGitHubComputer VisionConvolutional Neural NetworksObject DetectionSegmentationUnit TestingAPI DevelopmentSolutions Architecture

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the minimum experience required for this Senior Software Engineer role?

The position requires a minimum of 8 years of experience.

What technical skills and technologies are required for this position?

Required skills include Java, GitHub Workflows, UI Framework Development with Angular, API Framework Development, Data Layer Development, Unit Testing, Solutions Architecture, Kubernetes/Docker, Mobile Development, Network knowledge, and Azure/AWS/GCP. Proficiency in AI Model Development using Convolutional Neural Networks for Computer Vision tasks like object detection and anomaly detection is also essential.

What does the team structure look like for this role?

You will work within the Global Manufacturing organization, Vision and Automation Services (VAAS), collaborating with Junior, Senior, and Principal Engineers and Manufacturing Engineering business partners.

What is the company culture like for this position?

The culture emphasizes working collaboratively in cross-functional teams, driving results through a strong work ethic, challenging peers, continuous learning, delivering innovative solutions, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. You will model GM behaviors and contribute to building a winning culture.

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

Strong candidates have 8+ years of experience, technical depth in multi-layer solutions, AI/Computer Vision expertise, proficiency in specified technologies, mentoring skills, and behaviors like collaboration, innovation, and communication. Experience in build/release automation, security practices, and presenting technical proposals is highly valued.

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

Benefits

Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Assistance
Flexible Work Hours
Discount on GM vehicles

Risks

Shutting down Cruise Robotaxi may affect investor confidence in GM's AV strategy.
Chevrolet Equinox EV recall could harm GM's safety reputation.
Leadership transition in design may disrupt continuity and brand identity.

Differentiation

GM's Dynamic Fuel Management system enhances fuel efficiency in traditional vehicles.
GM leads in board diversity with 55% women directors.
GM's pivot to personal autonomous vehicles aligns with consumer trends.

Upsides

Partnership with Nvidia boosts GM's autonomous vehicle technology capabilities.
Collaboration with ChargePoint expands EV charging infrastructure, enhancing consumer appeal.
Bryan Nesbitt's appointment as design head may bring innovation to GM's vehicle design.

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