General Motors

Senior Data Engineer

General Motors • $133K — $188K *
Austin, TX 78745Hybrid
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5+ years of relevant full-time experience or equivalent knowledge.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • Strong proficiency in Scala, Python, SQL, Spark, and Databricks.
  • Experience with cloud-based ETL/ELT pipelines and orchestration for batch and streaming operations.
  • Experience deploying machine learning models in production environments.
  • Strong knowledge of Databricks jobs, workflows, Unity Catalog, and MLflow.
  • Experience building CI/CD pipelines with automated testing and deployment.
  • Strong troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop batch and streaming ETL/ELT pipelines in Azure Databricks.
  • Build reusable data pipelines and data quality frameworks in Unity Catalog.
  • Operationalize ML workflows for various data and model tasks.
  • Establish MLflow-based model lifecycle controls for tracking and governance.
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines for data products and ML workflows using Git practices.
  • Build and support Databricks jobs and workflows for orchestration.
  • Enhance production readiness through testing, monitoring, and documentation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions.

Benefits

  • Variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs including medical and dental.
  • Retirement savings plan with several options available.
  • Sick leave and accident benefits.
  • Paid vacation and holidays.
  • Tuition assistance programs for ongoing education.
  • Employee assistance program to support personal challenges.
  • Discounts on GM vehicles and other perks.
Full Job Description

Job Description

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Austin Technical Center three times per week, at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business if more than 3 days].

What You’ll Do

  • Design and develop batch and streaming ETL/ELT pipelines in Azure Databricks to support ingestion, transformation, curation, and delivery of manufacturing and enterprise data.
  • Build reusable Bronze, Silver, and Gold data pipelines, data quality frameworks, and governed data products in Unity Catalog.
  • Build and operationalize ML workflows for data preparation, feature engineering, model training, evaluation, deployment, batch scoring, retraining, and inference.
  • Establish and maintain MLflow-based model lifecycle controls, including experiment tracking, model registration, versioning, lineage, traceability, and controlled promotion across environments.
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines for data products, ML code, workflows, and deployment bundles using Git-based development practices, automated testing, and release automation.
  • Build and support Databricks jobs and workflows for orchestration, scheduled execution, retraining, scoring, and downstream operational consumption.
  • Improve reliability, observability, and production readiness through testing, monitoring, validation, alerting, documentation, and automation that reduce deployment risk and manual intervention.
  • Partner with data scientists, data engineers, platform teams, architecture, manufacturing, and business stakeholders to productionize scalable, supportable solutions aligned to production constraints.
  • Support modernization of legacy data and ML workflows into standardized cloud-native Databricks patterns and help bridge proof-of-concept work into repeatable production solutions.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • 5+ years of relevant full-time experience; or equivalent knowledge
  • ​Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Strong proficiency in Scala, Python, SQL, Spark, and Databricks, with production-quality software engineering practices.
  • Strong experience building and supporting cloud-based ETL/ELT pipelines, data platforms, and pipeline orchestration patterns for both batch and streaming operations.
  • Experience deploying machine learning models into production environments and supporting model development through operational release.
  • Strong experience with Databricks jobs, workflows, repos, Unity Catalog, and MLflow-based experimentation and model lifecycle management.
  • Experience building CI/CD pipelines with Git-based workflows, automated testing, and deployment of data or ML products.
  • Strong troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Experience with DLT, structured streaming, Event Hub, Kafka, Scala, or Java in enterprise data pipeline environments.
  • Experience with model governance, lineage, reproducibility, monitoring, validation checks, and operational observability.
  • Experience designing resilient pipelines that can handle changing upstream data conditions, retraining needs, and production operations.
  • Experience with manufacturing, industrial IoT, plant-floor data, quality, or manufacturing analytics use cases.
  • Experience helping transition PoC or R&D solutions into scalable production-ready patterns.

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Compensation: 

  • The expected base compensation for this role is: $133,000 - $188,600. Actual base compensation within the identified 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. 

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. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

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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

General Motors is not just a company; it's a community where you can grow your skills alongside the best in the industry. Our leadership is committed to providing every employee—from interns to senior professionals—with opportunities for career advancement, leadership development, and diversity training.

Innovate and Lead

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.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, General Motors offers positions that leverage your unique skills. Our hiring process is designed to identify and nurture talent, focusing on aligning your capabilities with the right opportunities for growth within the company.

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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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