General Motors

Senior Software Engineer - Android

General Motors$160K — $200K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience in developing Android-based Infotainment applications
  • Proficient in Kotlin, Java, and/or C++ programming and debugging
  • Experience with software architectures and frameworks like JUnit, Espresso, TDD, MVVM
  • Familiarity with SCM tools such as Git, GitHub, Parasoft, JIRA
  • Understanding of Scrum/Agile development processes
  • Strong analytical skills for solving complex software issues

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop HMI applications for in-vehicle Infotainment systems
  • Write optimized, well-structured, and documented source code
  • Participate in architecture and requirements reviews
  • Analyze software defects and verify resolution
  • Integrate vehicle input systems with application software
  • Coordinate with stakeholders for task ownership
  • Support cross-functional teams in software integration issues
  • Promote best practices in programming and coding standards
  • Utilize Agile methodologies in software development

Benefits

  • Variety of health and wellbeing programs including medical, dental, and vision
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Life insurance and sickness benefits
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Tuition assistance programs
  • Employee assistance program and vehicle discounts
Full Job Description

Job Description

As a Senior Software Engineer - Android Development, you will be responsible for design, development and testing of automotive infotainment software solutions for new features or major enhancements.

You will also be responsible for defect analysis, resolution and verification for vehicle infotainment subsystem software.

What You'll Do:

  • Design and develop HMI applications for GM’s in-vehicle Infotainment systems.
  • Write efficient, well-structured, optimized, and thoroughly documented source code.
  • Participate in architecture, requirements, design, code, and test case reviews.
  • Analyze software defects; determine root cause, create software solution, test and verify closure. Perform integration and verification testing.
  • Integrating vehicle input systems (faceplates, knobs and speech systems) with application software
  • Take ownership of tasksandcoordinatewith multiple stakeholders to ensure successful end-to-end completion.
  • Support cross-functional teams in resolving issues related to software integration within vehicle systems.
  • Promote and implement improvements in programming best practices and coding standards.
  • Work closely with team members in Agile/Scrum and dynamic environments to deliver high-quality software solutions.
  • Utilize Agile development processes, including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-Ups, and Retrospectives.
  • Adhere to GM’s software development processes, prioritizing quality and ensuring that designed solutions conform to architectural requirements.\

Your Skills & Abilities (Qualifications):

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in developing Android based Infotainment applications.
  • Excellent programming and debugging skills in Kotlin, Java and/or C++.
  • Proven experience with object-oriented design and implementation of design patterns.
  • Experience with testable software architectures and frameworks, including JUnit, Espresso, TDD, MVVM, Clean Architecture.
  • Experience with SCM and development tools such as:Git, GitHub, Parasoft, JIRA.
  • Working knowledge of Scrum/Agile software development processes.
  • Strong analytical ability to solve unusual and complex problems.
  • Work in an agile environment with team members distributed across multiple time zones.
  • Creative, adaptable, with a strong sense of responsibility, delivery focus, and commitment to schedules.
  • Perform software optimization analysis to improve system performance.
  • Perform peer reviews on software design and source code to ensure quality and compliance with requirements.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

  • Prior experience developing automotive infotainment systems including radios and instrument panel clusters.
  • High level of understanding of Vehicle Development Process a plus

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 the California Bay Area.

The salary range for this role is $160,000 and $200,000. 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.

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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1908
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