General Motors

Senior In-Vehicle Product Designer

General Motors • $100K — $130K *
Warren, MI 48089Hybrid
Consumer Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5+ years in product design, UX/UI, or design systems.
  • Formal training in Interface Design, Visual Design, or a related field.
  • Strong grasp of accessibility standards and inclusive design.
  • Experience with design systems in Figma, focusing on component architecture and documentation.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams for design-to-code alignment.
  • Excellent communication skills across diverse teams.
  • Proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Manage UI libraries and design templates.
  • Ensure scalability of UI components across various platforms.
  • Communicate updates to UI libraries to involved teams.
  • Review features with designers for quality and consistency.
  • Flag and resolve deviations from design standards with governance.
  • Champion UI excellence and advocate for high-quality deliverables.
  • Identify consistency gaps within apps and design languages.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model requiring at least 3 office days per week.
  • Potential eligibility for relocation benefits.
Full Job Description

Job Description

The Role

GM Human Interface Design - Vehicle Studio is looking for a Senior Designer who is passionate about collaboration across design, software, and engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for driving consistency, quality, and scalability across brand experiences by managing UI libraries, supporting designers, and collaborating cross-functionally. This role serves as a bridge between brand-specific needs and governance standards, ensuring that design execution aligns with system-wide principles while maintaining brand integrity.

What You’ll Do

  • Manage UI libraries and templates.
  • Ensure UI components are scalable across programs, regions, and display scopes.
  • Communicate library updates and changes to relevant teams.
  • Review new features and resources with designers to ensure quality and consistency in execution.
  • Flag and resolve deviations from design system standards in collaboration with governance.
  • Champion UI excellence and advocate for high-quality delivery and implementation.
  • Take a big-picture view to identify consistency gaps across apps, patterns, and design language.
  • Partner with product, engineering, and QA teams to ensure UI quality and alignment.
  • Support cross-functional alignment efforts to maintain a unified design language.
  • Act as a program and generation expert, with deep understanding of display configuration, framework, and historical decisions across vehicle generations.
  • Support nuanced program requirements and provide guidance on implementation and compliance considerations.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • 5+ years of experience in product design, UX/UI, or design systems.
  • Formal training on degree in Interface Design, Visual Design or related discipline.
  • Strong understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive design practices.
  • Experience building and maintaining design systems in Figma, including component architecture, variants, and documentation.
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively with engineering teams to ensure design-to-code alignment.
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills across disciplines.
  • Proficiency with industry standard design tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Strong understanding of accessibility and inclusive design standards, with the ability to create experiences that meet best practices.
  • Proficiency in prototyping, with experience in software and/or hardware development considered a plus.
  • Deep understanding of the competitive landscape
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., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). 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 may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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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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.

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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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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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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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