General Motors

Lead Full-Stack Developer

General Motors$100K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems
  • 5+ years of experience as a Full-Stack Developer
  • Experience supporting complex cross-functional tools and business processes
  • Strong stakeholder management skills across multiple teams
  • Extensive experience with modern front-end frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue)
  • Strong expertise in back-end development (Node.js, .NET, Java, Python)
  • Proficiency in relational and non-relational databases (SQL/PostgreSQL, NoSQL)

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end application development from architecture to maintenance.
  • Collaborate with partners to define requirements and scope work.
  • Architect scalable and secure front-end and back-end systems.
  • Design and optimize both relational and non-relational databases.
  • Provide technical leadership, conducting code reviews and mentorship.
  • Drive improvements in application performance and security.
  • Lead integration efforts with cloud platforms and third-party services.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement with on-site requirements three times a week.
  • Opportunities for administrative user support and technical mentorship.
  • Engagement in technical roadmaps and strategic planning activities.
  • Access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
  • Support for collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, Michigan three times per week, at minimum.

The Role:

We are seeking a highly collaborative Lead Full-Stack Developer to guide a multidisciplinary team in designing, developing, and maintaining the production interface for our automated system-parameter optimization framework. This role requires deep full-stack expertise, strong architectural judgment, effective team leadership, and cross-organizational collaboration. You will also serve as the primary point of contact for a broad user community, providing administration, onboarding, documentation, and issue resolution. In this role, you will help sustain adoption and operational continuity while partnering with users, leadership, and technical stakeholders to improve data quality, resolve issues, and deliver impactful enhancements.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead the end-to-end development of the application, from architecture and design through deployment and maintenance.
  • Collaborate with partners and customers to define requirements, scope work, and deliver features.
  • Architect scalable, secure, and maintainable front-end and back-end systems.
  • Design, query, and optimize relational and non-relational databases.
  • Lead the development and maintenance of high-quality UI components, APIs, services, and data models.
  • Provide technical leadership, code reviews, and mentorship to engineers across the team.
  • Drive improvements in performance, reliability, observability, and security.
  • Lead integration efforts with cloud platforms, third-party services, and internal systems.
  • Support CI/CD pipelines, deployment strategies, and operational excellence.
  • Lead technical roadmaps and strategic planning.
  • Lead the development and maintenance of unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
  • Document technical decisions, system architecture, and development processes.
  • Lead applicationgovernance and administration, including user onboarding coordination, access/setup support, release validation, and communication of announcements and updates (including forums with senior leaders)
  • Develop and maintain documentation, training content, workflow guidance, and self-service materials that help users understand utilization, expectations, and standard operating practices.
  • Maintain and improve the user experience by supporting recurring office hours, answering user questions, and coordinating follow-up sessions to resolve tool and workflow gaps.
  • Prioritize and triage issues and new feature requests. Own backlog refinement translating needs into requirements and implementable tasks.
  • Support program execution visibility by spot-checking data quality, driving cleanup when statuses or task data are incomplete, and helping end users correct errors in application usage and reporting.
  • Lead and/or Support awareness-building activities such as road shows, symposium content, demos, and adoption communications to increase understanding and engagement across multiple organizations.


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems
  • 5+ years of experience as a Full-Stack Developer
  • Demonstrated experience supporting complex cross-functional tools, business processes, or technical operations
  • Strong ability to manage stakeholders, communications, and user support across multiple teams
  • Experience working with data quality, reporting, or operational metrics
  • Extensive experience designing, developing, and maintaining data visualization dashboards (e.g., PowerBI)
  • Ability to convert business needs into clear requirements, refined backlog items, and actionable work packages
  • Extensive experience with modern front-end frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue).
  • Strong expertise in back-end development (Node.js, .NET, Java, Python, or similar).
  • Deep understanding of API design, distributed systems, and microservices.
  • Strong expertise with relational (SQL/PostgreSQL) and non-relational (NoSQL) databases and data modeling.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and containerization.
  • Experience with version control (Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Knowledge of security best practices and performance optimization.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor engineers.
  • Strong communication skills (written and oral) and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.


What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
  • Master's degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems
  • 8+ years of experience as a Full-Stack Developer
  • Experience with automotive calibration, program execution, engineering workflow tools, or automotive development processes
This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week {or other frequency dictated by their manager}.This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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.

General Motors Careers

Join the dynamic team at General Motors, a global leader in automotive innovation and technology. At General Motors, we offer unparalleled job opportunities that propel your career forward while contributing to a legacy of engineering excellence.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career with General Motors to drive the future of mobility. Our team is dedicated to redefining the automotive landscape through innovation and leadership in electric vehicles and sustainable solutions. By joining us, you will be part of a culture that values diversity, teamwork, and continuous professional growth.

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At General Motors, innovation is at the core of everything we do. From research and development to manufacturing, our teams work collaboratively to lead the industry with cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices. We encourage our employees to think big and push the boundaries of what’s possible.

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As part of our global workforce, you will collaborate with talented individuals who are passionate about shaping the future of transportation. General Motors offers a variety of career paths in engineering, design, IT, marketing, and more. With over 155,000 employees worldwide, our network provides expansive opportunities for networking and professional development.

Internship Programs and Employment Benefits

Start your career journey with a General Motors internship, where you can apply your academic knowledge to real-world projects. Our internships provide a robust foundation in the automotive industry, with mentorship from experienced leaders. Full-time employees enjoy a wealth of benefits, including comprehensive health care, retirement plans, and performance bonuses, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded.

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Learn more about General Motors
Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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