Software Engineering Manager-GM Motorsports at General Motors

Concord, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

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

Full TimeJob Type

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Motorsports, Automotive, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in software engineering, with 2+ years in a leadership role
Proven expertise in software engineering technologies (e.g., Java, C#, Python, cloud platforms)
Strong understanding of agile methodologies and product lifecycle management
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of scalable software solutions, including data lakehouses, simulation platforms, and telemetry pipelines
Drive the implementation of our strategic roadmap for motorsports software, aligning with enterprise goals and racing program needs
Oversee the tech transfer of engineering innovations from motorsports to GM production environments
Manage a cross-functional software engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
Implement agile practices including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and story point estimation
Mentor engineers and promote adoption of software development best practices across teams
Collaborate with race engineers, product owners, and IT leadership to define requirements and deliver solutions
Communicate technical progress and strategic vision effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Build strong relationships across GMMS IT, Engineering, and external racing teams

Skills

Data Engineering

Data Lakehouses

Simulation Platforms

Telemetry Pipelines

AI/ML

Agile Practices

Sprint Planning

Backlog Grooming

Story Point Estimation

Software Development Best Practices

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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