General Motors

Manager, Software Engineering

General Motors • $160K — $263K *
Sunnyvale, CA 94087Hybrid
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • 8+ years of experience developing scalable software solutions using Python in a production environment.
  • Proven experience in building backend infrastructure supporting internal tooling and dashboards.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

  • Build highly scalable infrastructure and automations for test creation and health monitoring.
  • Effectuate scalable quality assessments and automations for offshore vendor teams.
  • Influence technical roadmaps and strategic priorities with cross-functional teams.
  • Write software in a new vertical without legacy constraints.
  • Leverage AI tools to enhance productivity and code quality.
  • Uphold high code quality through reviews and mentorship.
  • Lead performance management and hiring processes for the team.

Benefits

  • Variety of health and wellbeing benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts available.
  • Retirement savings plan options offered.
  • Tuition assistance programs for professional development.
  • Discounts on GM vehicles and employee assistance programs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Role

We are looking for a Manager, Software Engineer to elevate the quality, trust, and operational efficiency of simulated tests and protocols, with a specific focus on driving test quality metrics within the Simulation organization at large.

This role will lead a growing team's efforts to build out efficient infrastructure and processes to scale simulation test creation and maintenance, build confidence in test products, and drive cross-functional alignment on standards and tooling development. You will own timelines for critical deliverables and be at the nexus for accelerating autonomy development towards the next generation of Super Cruise.

What You'll Do

  • Build highly scalable infrastructure and automations to empower large-volume test creation, full-lifecycle health monitoring, and process improvements.


  • Effectuate scalable quality assessments and automations empowering better consistency, and process codifications to increase confidence in offshore vendor team and automated output


  • Influence technical roadmaps and strategic priorities while partnering cross-functionally to identify and resolve efficiency pain points from team members and customers.


  • Write software in a relatively new vertical unconstrained by legacy bloat.


  • Leverage AI tools (e.g., code assistants, automated test generation, analytics) to boost productivity, code quality, and innovation in simulation testing.


  • Uphold high code quality and architecture standards through code reviews and technical leadership, including providing mentorship to other engineers on simulation testing and software best practices.


  • Mentor and uplevel reports and colleagues to uplevel their software engineering skills (primarily Python). Implement best practices for design, testing, and reviews. Provide and inspire in-depth design and code reviews.


  • Leading performance management, review cycles, and hiring processes for the team.


What we do NOT do:

  • Build simulation frameworks


  • Develop validation / safety requirements


  • Manual simulation test creation


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.


  • 8+ years of experiencedeveloping scalable software solutions using Python in a production environment.


  • Proven experience in building backend infrastructure supporting internal tooling and dashboards.


  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.


What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Experience supporting autonomy, ADAS, robotic, or complex simulation systems


  • Experience using or integrating AI-powered development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor) for code generation.


  • Demonstrated ability to drive technical design and execution across multiple teams and organizations in a remote or distributed environment, maintaining a high bar for system design clarity and comprehensive technical documentation


  • Familiarity with SQL, BigQuery, time-series data analysis, performance monitoring tools, and dashboarding systems (e.g., Looker, Streamlit).


  • Knowledge of data orchestration tools (Airflow, DBT), and event-driven system design.


  • Familiarity with machine learning data operations, test quality frameworks, or simulation validation workflows


  • Comfort asking hard questions, challenging assumptions, and advocating for quality and rigor.


Compensation

The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of New York, Colorado, California, or Washington.

  • The salary range for this role is $160,200 and $263,700. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.


  • Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program 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, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, 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.

Transform Your Career

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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.

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
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
NASDAQ
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* Ladders Estimates

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