Software Quality Assurance Specialist at General Motors

Markham, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechatronics, Software, Electrical or Computer Engineering
  • 1 to 3 years of embedded software development and/or testing experience
  • Experience reading and debugging source code in Python and C/C++
  • Proficient with Python or other similar scripting languages (R, C, C++, VBA or equivalent programming language)
  • Experience with Robot Framework
  • Experience with MATLAB Simulink/Stateflow
  • Basic knowledge of controls theory and the software development process
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to manage time, meet deliverable timing and work independently
  • High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively in a geographically dispersed team
  • Must be legally allowed to work in Canada and able to travel to the US
  • Must have a valid Canadian driver’s license

Responsibilities

  • Identify and resolve software problems through testing and other methods; contribute to the team knowledge base so common software errors, corner case situations and other learnings can be retained, documented and shared
  • Interact with various in-house software version control systems (repository databases) and coordinate database retention efforts between controls, software, testing teams
  • Develop and Define testing strategies (Different testing levels, manual and automation) to ensure first time quality
  • Understand functional, safety, compliance requirements and implement appropriate test plans and setups
  • Develop test cases, test scripts, automation methods, and write and execute comprehensive test plans to assess software products at different system levels, identify software anomalies, missed requirements and performance issues early in the development processes
  • Frequently collaborate with controls, diagnostic, and software cross-functional teams as well as other stakeholders to define effective acceptance criteria
  • Conduct HIL & SIL or vehicle level software verification work
  • As an agile team member, take on other tasks as part of the software change management process as per the Scaled Agile Framework
  • Travel as required

Skills

Python
C/C++
Robot Framework
MATLAB Simulink
Stateflow
embedded software testing
HIL
SIL
version control
agile
test automation

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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