General Motors

Machine Learning Engineer, AI Inference Solutions (University Grad)

General Motors$119K — $150K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, ECE, or related technical field by Spring 2026.
  • Strong foundation in computer science principles, including data structures and algorithms, with coding skills in Python and/or C++.
  • Hands-on experience in AI/ML, such as machine learning or computer vision, through various projects or internships.
  • In-depth knowledge of areas such as computer architecture, operating systems, or compilers.
  • Experience in software engineering demonstrating reliability, correctness, and clean code practices.
  • Familiarity or strong interest in coding assistants like GitHub Copilot.
  • Effective in collaborative environments with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute production code to the ML deployment platform and model-optimization workflows.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers on deployment workflows and performance investigations.
  • Build and maintain platform tools with technical guidance and support.
  • Investigate deployment or performance issues and apply diagnostic strategies.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to plan and execute model deployments to the AV stack.
  • Participate in code reviews and maintain technical documentation.
  • Learn and apply secure coding practices for autonomous driving software.

Benefits

  • Variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs including medical, dental, and vision options.
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Retirement savings plan and life insurance.
  • Paid vacation and holidays.
  • Tuition assistance programs.
  • Employee assistance programs.
  • GM vehicle discounts and more.
Full Job Description

Job Description

General Motors is a global leader in advanced driverassistance, with Super Cruise hands-free technology in more than 500,000 equipped vehicles on the road and over 700 million hands-free miles driven—demonstratingthat automation can be trusted, intuitive, and helpful while reaching everyday drivers at unprecedented scale. Within GM AV, the Model Deployment & Inference Solutions team deploys machine learning models from training frameworks (e.g.,PyTorch) onto autonomous-vehicle hardware; our two-fold mission is to build the ML deployment platform that makes model rollouts fast and predictable, and to optimize models so they meet the real-time latency and memory budgets required to run on-vehicle. Our work sits on the critical path for GMs publicly committed launch of eyes-off (hands-free, eyes-free) autonomous driving in 2028 on the Cadillac Escalade IQ, andwerehiring engineers to help deliver the next generation of safe, delightful personal autonomous-vehicle experiences.

About the Role

As an early career Engineer on the Model Deployment & Inference Solutions team,yourellcontribute across both sides of our mission: building the ML deployment platform andoptimizingmodels for on-vehicle inference.Yourellwork with and learn from senior engineers on real production deployments, platform features, and model-optimization workflows that ship to GMs Super Cruise fleet at large scale, with structured mentorship and a clear onboarding plan.Yourellalso collaborate closely with our sister teams (kernels,compiler, reduced precision, and parity) on the end-to-end path that takes trained models from research frameworks to ultra-efficient, safety-critical inference on the car.This is anearly-career/ new graduate role designed for candidates who have recently or will be completing their degree by June 2026.

WhatYoulDo (Responsibilities)

  • Contribute production code across theML deployment platform,model-optimization workflows, andinferencebenchmarking/profiling infrastructure.

  • Pair with senior engineers ondeployment workflows,performance investigations,model-optimization experiments(e.g., quantization, pruning, distillation), andplatform tooling.

  • Build, test, andmaintainplatform tools (e.g., validators, performance probes, parity and sensitivity analyzers, agentic specialists) with technical guidance and code review support.

  • Investigate and help root-cause production deployment or performance issues; learn and apply the diagnostic playbook forcompiler,kernel, runtime, and parity bugs.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across the AV organization;including kernels, compiler, reduced-precision, parity, and model-development groups—to plan and execute model deployments to the AV stack, working under the guidance of senior engineers

  • Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and technical documentation to ensure reliability, correctness, and clear abstractions in a large-scale codebase.

  • Learn and follow secure coding, safety, and compliance practicesrequiredfor on-vehicle autonomous driving software.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Recently completed orcompletingaBachelors orMastersdegree bySpring 2026 inComputer Science,ECE, or a relatedtechnical field. (Degree must becompleted before your start date.)

  • Strongcomputer science fundamentals(e.g., data structures, algorithms, operating systems, computer architecture) and solid coding skills inPythonand/orC++,demonstratedthrough coursework, internships, or substantial projects.

  • Hands-on experience inAI/ML(e.g., machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, NLP, or ML systems) via classes, research, internships, or personal projects.

  • Depth in at least one of:computer architecture,operating systems,distributed systems, orcompilers.

  • Demonstrated software-engineering experience (internships, coursework, open-source, research code, or competitions) showing good judgment aroundreliability, correctness, and clean abstractions.

  • Experience withor strong interest inusingcoding assistants/agents(e.g., Cursor, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot) as part of your workflow.

  • Ability to work effectively in collaborative, cross-functional teams and communicate clearly both in writing and verbally including explaining technical workpartners

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Internship, research, or advanced coursework inML systems,ML compilers,GPU programming(CUDA, OpenAI Triton),inference optimization, ordistributed training/serving infrastructure.

  • Familiarity withPyTorchand modern ML compiler/runtime stacks (e.g.,torch.compile,TensorRT, ONNX, Triton Inference Server,vLLM, or equivalent).

  • Exposure tomodel optimization(quantization, pruning, distillation) orGPU profiling tools(Nsight Systems, Nsight Compute,PyTorchProfiler).

  • Familiarity with workflow/ML platforms such asAirflow, Temporal, Flyte, Ray, or Kubeflow.

  • Experience buildingagentic or LLM-powered tools or workflows.

  • Open-source contributions related toPyTorch,TensorRT,vLLM, OpenAI Triton, or similar projects.

  • Coursework, projects, or publications touchingML systems(e.g.,MLSys, OSDI, ASPLOS, HPCA,NeurIPSsystems track).

  • Familiarity with a systems language (e.g.,C++) and development in aLinuxenvironment.

Location

  • Sunnyvale, CA

  • This role is categorized ashybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week.

  • This job may be eligible for relocation benefits

Compensation

The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paidin accordance withapplicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positionslocatedoutside of New York, Colorado, California, or Washington.

  • The salary range for this roleis $119,250 to $150,850. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

  • Bonus Potential: Anincentivepayprogram offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

  • Benefits:GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs.Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuitionassistanceprograms, employeeassistanceprogram, GM vehicle discounts and more.

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.

Join Our Global Team

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.

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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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157,000 employees
Market Cap
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Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
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Revenue
$122.4 billion
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