Sr Software Engineer at General Motors

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field
6+ years of experience in software development, with a proven track record in designing scalable systems and contributing to architectural decisions
Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and modern programming paradigms including microservices and micro-frontend architectures
Proficient in front-end technologies such as ReactJS, component-based UI design and backend technologies/frameworks like Java, Quarkus or Spring Boot
Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and make strategic decisions that align with business and engineering goals
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex systems and propose effective, scalable solutions
Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, and familiarity with technologies like Redis and OpenSearch/Elasticsearch (plus)
Solid understanding of event-driven systems and experience with tools such as Kafka, Pulsar, or Azure Event Hub
Deep expertise in Kubernetes administration, containerization best practices, and Helm for managing cloud-native applications in production
Preferred: Experience designing global, scalable customer-facing platforms
Ability to report to Mountain View Technical Center or Austin Innovation Center or GM Georgia IT Innovation Center or GM Global Technical Center three times per week (hybrid role)

Responsibilities

Collaborate on the design and development of scalable, reliable systems that meet both business and non-functional requirements (performance, security, maintainability)
Contribute hands-on to coding, prototyping, and code reviews, promoting clean code practices and secure development standards
Work with technical leads and peers to implement modern design patterns and architectural best practices
Build and maintain efficient data flows using both synchronous and asynchronous integration patterns
Stay current with emerging technologies and tools to improve development workflows and system capabilities
Partner with product managers, designers, and Staff Engineers to deliver high-quality, customer-focused features
Participate and lead technical improvements, including performance optimization and system refactoring
Build and optimize CI/CD workflows using platforms such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or ArgoCD
Manage and enhance services deployed on Kubernetes at scale, using Helm charts and best practices in container orchestration
Ensure platform stability through robust observability, monitoring, and alerting, leveraging tools like Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog, or equivalent
Collaborate with SREs, developers, and product teams to implement automated deployment, scaling, and recovery solutions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Distributed SystemsScalable SystemsClean CodeCode ReviewsSecure DevelopmentDesign PatternsArchitectural Best PracticesSynchronous IntegrationAsynchronous IntegrationPrototyping

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or hybrid?

This role is hybrid, requiring the successful candidate to report to Mountain View Technical Center or Austin Innovation Center or GM Georgia IT Innovation Center or GM Global Technical Center three times per week at minimum.

What are the key qualifications and experience required?

A Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field is required, along with 6+ years of experience in software development with a proven track record in designing scalable systems and contributing to architectural decisions. Strong understanding of distributed systems and hands-on experience with Kubernetes, CI/CD workflows, and observability tools are also essential.

What is the salary for this Senior Software Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the work environment and team collaboration look like?

You will work closely with cross-functional teams including technical leads, peers, product managers, designers, Staff Engineers, SREs, developers, and product teams in a collaborative environment focused on technical excellence and continuous learning.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

A strong candidate has 6+ years of software development experience designing scalable systems, strong technical skills in distributed systems, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and observability tools, and thrives as a hands-on problem solver in collaborative cross-functional teams.

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