General Motors

Senior Software Engineer –Platform Cloud Infrastructure

Markham, Ontario, Canada

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, BiotechnologyIndustries

Job Description

Employment Type: Full time

Work Arrangement: This role is Hybrid at Oshawa Elevation Centre OR Markham Elevation Centre, you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum.

At General Motors, we envision a future characterized by zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion. We are pioneering the next generation of vehicle compute platforms, and revolutionizing automotive software development.

Join us as we lead the way towards a sustainable and safe automotive future.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

  • Act as the innovation owner of multiple cloud platforms and collaborate and coordinate with GM IT Operations and Infrastructure team to ensure the platform is compliant with all corporate cyber-security, vulnerability, and infrastructure requirements.
  • Partner with and lead cross-functional teams to define, and document requirements to develop various back-end capabilities to meet scalability and stability requirements for the virtualization platform within a larger CI/CD framework.
  • Partner with various suppliers and internal process partners during the development and maintenance process.
  • Develop new and innovative methods to automate the maintenance of the virtualization platform.
  • Serve as cloud infrastructure and virtualization subject matter expert for the larger organization.
  • Provide updates and live demonstrations to various levels of leadership and external organizations.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline or computer science.
  • 10+ years of experience developing and maintaining cloud applications.
  • Expert knowledge of various programming languages (C, C++, Python, Java, Quarkus, SystemC).
  • Expert knowledge of various cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, etc.) and relevant services and containerization and orchestration tools like Docker, Kubernetes, etc.
  • Expert knowledge of (GM) cybersecurity standards and best practices.
  • Expertise in design, implementation, and maintenance of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipeline solutions.
  • Expertise in the development of automation capabilities using Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
  • Demonstrated success in leading challenging projects with high levels of ambiguity to completion.
  • Excellent communication skills.

What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant engineering discipline or computer science.
  • Familiarity with GM in-house test automation tools and libraries.
  • Familiarity with software development build processes and associated tools.
  • Knowledge of automotive communications (e.g. CAN, LIN, Ethernet and SPI).
  • Knowledge of various automotive development tools (Vector CANape/CANoe, dSpace SystemDesk, VEOS, AutoVal, Intrepid Vehicle Spy).

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.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:

  • Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
  • Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
  • Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
  • GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words.

Skills

Cloud Application Development
Cloud Platform Management
Azure
AWS
Docker
Kubernetes
C
C++
Python
Java
Quarkus
SystemC
Cybersecurity Standards
CI/CD
Virtualization

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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