Senior Software Engineer – Cloud Engineering & FinOps at General Motors

Austin, Texas, United States

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

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g. Go, Python, JavaScript) and familiarity with multi-language ecosystems
  • Hands-on experience with cloud-native applications and managing cloud infrastructure
  • Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate technical and non-technical information verbally and in writing
  • Strong background in building maintainable and testable code bases, including API design and unit testing

Responsibilities

  • Developing and maintaining solutions that simplify onboarding, infrastructure provisioning, and optimization across GM’s multi-cloud ecosystem
  • Lead in the design and development of foundational platform capabilities that enhance developer experience, support chargeback models, and enable efficient cloud resource usage
  • Work cross-functionally with product, infrastructure, operations, and security teams to drive alignment and deliver cohesive, enterprise-grade solutions
  • Own reusable components and APIs that abstract complexity and promote consistency across cloud platforms and services
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure GM’s cloud platforms remain innovative, secure, and developer-friendly
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to early career software engineers
  • Participate in a scrum team to deliver high quality software to production and lead technical decision-making efforts
  • Involved in designing features and working with peer teams to help them leverage the cloud effectively

Skills

Cloud Engineering
FinOps
Multi-Cloud
Infrastructure Provisioning
Software Delivery
Scrum
Developer Experience
Cloud Cost Optimization
Chargeback Models
Cloud-Native Applications

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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