General Motors

Senior Software Engineer

General Motors$202K — $206K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 3 years of experience in software engineering roles
  • Proficiency in Docker and Kubernetes
  • Experience in database design with Postgres and PostGIS
  • Familiarity with asynchronous messaging and Redis
  • Coding skills in Typescript
  • Knowledge of cloud technologies and Linux

Responsibilities

  • Develop and design software applications for driverless technology
  • Drive scalable dispatching services for ride-hailing and delivery
  • Match users with vehicles and optimize vehicle utilization
  • Create accurate ETA models and efficient ride/delivery matching
  • Manage automated fleet operations to meet demand hotspots
  • Take ownership of quarterly dispatch projects from design to implementation
  • Test and validate code through various testing methods

Benefits

  • 100% telecommuting availability
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge driverless technology projects
  • Involvement in diverse tasks from coding to project management
  • Collaboration with a team focused on innovative transportation solutions
  • Access to performance monitoring tools for service optimization
Full Job Description
Job Description

DUTIES: Develop and design software applications for driverless technology company. Duties may include: Perform software engineering duties to drive scalable dispatching services for our commercial ride-hailing and delivery businesses. This position works on two sides of dispatch; the first matches users with vehicles to serve their needs, and the other aims to optimize vehicle utilization by directing them to various parts of the city to perform jobs such as collecting data, validating data, and serving anticipated demand. Projects include development of very accurate ETA models, efficient matching of rides/deliveries to the AV, automated managing of the fleet to send the AV to the hotspots or wherever the demand is higher to pick up the passengers. Take ownership of quarterly dispatch projects, from design to implementation. Test and validate your code via unit, integration, end-to-end, and occasionally road tests with self-driving vehicles. Review code change requests of peers, and produce well-tested, descriptive code change requests for your code. Be responsible for sprint-level planning, delegating tasks to peers, and collaborating with external stakeholders and dependencies. Create and maintain design documents, and conduct design reviews for your proposals. Monitor the health and performance of your services / features collecting relevant metrics and setting up appropriate alerts (tools are already available). 100% telecommuting available.

REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in Computer Science, or a related field and 3 years of experience as a Software Engineer, Software Development Engineer, System Development Engineer, or a related occupation. Experience with: Docker & Kubernetes; Postgres and database design; Postgis; Asynchronous messaging; Redis; Bash scripting; Typescript; Cloud technologies; and Linux.

Compensation:
• The expected base compensation for this role is $202,239.00 to $206,200.00 Annually.
• 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.

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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.

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Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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