Staff Software Engineer at General Motors

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

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

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
8+ years of experience building enterprise-grade backend platforms and services
Deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and scalable microservice architectures
Experience with distributed systems, event-driven architecture, and technologies like Apache Kafka
Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker, K8s/AKS) and Microsoft Azure
Familiarity with PostgreSQL, Redis, and cloud-native storage solutions
Track record of mentoring engineers and leading technical direction at scale

Responsibilities

Architect and evolve distributed systems with a focus on performance, scalability, and maintainability
Lead the development of backend APIs and services that power customer-facing digital platforms
Write clean, well-tested, secure code—and guide others to do the same through code reviews and mentorship
Build and optimize synchronous and asynchronous integrations (REST, GraphQL, Kafka, messaging queues)
Mentor engineers on architectural design, modern development patterns, and industry best practices
Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to improve system capabilities and developer efficiency
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical execution with business goals
Champion CI/CD, automated testing, observability, and system performance

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

RESTGraphQLKafkamicroservicesdistributed systemsCI/CDdata pipelinesobservability

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or hybrid, and what are the location requirements?

This role is hybrid, requiring the successful candidate to report to their primary GM location in Austin, TX; Atlanta, GA; or Warren, MI at least three times per week.

What technical skills are required for this Staff Software Engineer position?

Required skills include deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and scalable microservice architectures; experience with distributed systems, event-driven architecture, and Apache Kafka; hands-on experience with Docker, K8s/AKS, and Microsoft Azure; and familiarity with PostgreSQL and Redis.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the team structure and collaboration look like at GM for this role?

You'll collaborate closely with product, QA, DevOps, and business teams to build innovative solutions, while mentoring engineers and leading technical direction.

What experience makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate has a Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS or related field (or equivalent), 8+ years building enterprise-grade backend platforms, and a track record of mentoring and leading technical direction at scale.

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