General Motors

Engineering Group Manager - Software Engineering

General Motors • $147K — $196K *
Markham, ON L3R 0G6In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in software or tools development.
  • Familiarity with embedded C, Python, and MATLAB/Simulink.
  • Expertise in virtual ECU development and embedded control systems.
  • Knowledge of cloud computing architecture and CI/CD best practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a diverse team responsible for virtual ECU development and integration.
  • Mentor team members and support their career progression.
  • Oversee the development and deployment of virtual test assets.
  • Work collaboratively with stakeholders across the organization.
  • Identify technical risks and create mitigation strategies.
  • Guide the team on agile development practices and industry standards.
  • Drive innovations in cloud-based CoSimulation solutions.

Benefits

  • Paid time off, including vacation and parental leave.
  • Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Life insurance options for you and your family.
  • Retirement savings through a Defined Contribution Pension plan.
  • Access to a GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for employees and their families.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Vacancy Status:

This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications.

AI Disclosure:

As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role

Work Arrangement: Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham or Oshawa office three times per week, at minimum.

The Role

We are seeking an Engineering Group Manager (EGM) to lead a technical team of software engineers specializing in virtualization and SIL (Software-in-the-Loop) integration in propulsion thermal systems. This team designs, builds, and deploys virtual test environments at system and vehicle levels to support automotive embedded software and calibration development.

The ideal candidate will thrive in the Propulsion Thermal Management domain supporting software and calibration customers who use the SIL test environment. This role requires strong technical leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate globally to deliver state-of-the-art virtual test beds.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

  • Lead and Develop Team
    • Lead a team of GM employees and/or contract resources (onsite, remote, offshore) responsible for virtual ECU development and integrating virtual assets into a CoSimulation environment.
    • Mentor and grow team's capacity and capabilities, support career development, and support performance management
    • Drive recruitment, staffing, and succession planning.


  • Technical Leadership & Strategy
    • Oversee development, release, and deployment of virtual test assets.
    • Work directly with downstream and upstream stakeholders.
    • Proactively identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies.
    • Define and execute strategies for scalability and innovation in virtualization and SIL integration.
    • Stay current with industry standards (FMU, SSP, etc.), tools, and best practices.
    • Develop a good understanding of vehicle propulsion thermal systems to guide the teams' technical deliverables.
    • Guide the team on agile development principles, ensuring best practices are followed.


  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
    • Partner with global virtualization, systems, and embedded software teams to align on roadmap and deliver turnkey solutions.
    • Work closely with platform and CI/CD teams to integrate continuous testing using virtual ECUs and CoSimulation packages in cloud environments.


  • Innovation & Continuous Improvement
    • Lead development of world-class, scalable cloud-based CoSimulation solutions.
    • Drive process improvements and take part in transformational initiatives.


  • Operational Excellence
    • Ensure high quality milestone releases within schedule and budget.
    • Review and approve engineering documentation, deliverables, and schedules.
    • Manage team budgets (travel, training, indirect costs).
    • Ensure compliance with mandatory training and process improvement initiatives.


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Master's preferred).
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in software or tools development.
  • Familiarity with embedded C, Python and MATLAB/Simulink.
  • Proven expertise in one or more of the following:
    • Virtual ECU development and embedded control systems.
    • Software-centric vehicle/system-level virtualization
    • Software integration and validation.
    • Cloud computing architecture and CI/CD best practices.


What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)
  • 5+ years of people management experience.
  • Familiarity with vehicle thermal embedded control systems and associated hardware components is preferred.
  • Strong technical acumen with ability to lead in the automotive thermal management domain.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated success in team leadership and talent development.


Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $147,000 to $196,600. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

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 General Motors

General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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