General Motors

Software Engineer, Data Software Engineering and Cloud Platforms, Early Careers

General Motors$84K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 0–2 years of software engineering experience, including internships or academic projects.
  • Foundational proficiency in at least one programming language (Java, C++, Go, Python).
  • Understanding of software engineering fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, testing, version control.
  • Familiarity with developing or supporting services, applications, or data-processing systems.
  • Exposure to at least one major public cloud provider (Azure, GCP, AWS).
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the development and deployment of data and cloud services.
  • Learn operational excellence practices for monitoring and incident response.
  • Collaborate with engineers to translate technical requirements into solutions.
  • Implement features and projects from design through testing and support.
  • Participate in sprint planning, code reviews, and documentation.
  • Write maintainable, well-tested code to improve team services.
  • Develop familiarity with cloud infrastructure and production system lifecycle.

Benefits

  • Variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Retirement savings plan and life insurance.
  • Paid vacation and holidays.
  • Tuition assistance programs and employee assistance program.
  • GM vehicle discounts and more.
Full Job Description

Job Description

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 successful candidate is expected to report tooffices in Austin, TX, Warren, MI or Seattle, WA three times per week, at minimum.

The Role
We are seeking entry-level Software Engineers to join teams across GM’s Data Software Engineering and Cloud organizations. In these roles, you will contribute to the development, deployment, and support of reliable, scalable data platforms and cloud services that enable business-critical products, applications, analytics, and engineering workflows. You will work alongside experienced software, data, and cloud engineers to build services and
tools for data ingestion, processing, storage, serving, and platform automation. This is an opportunity to grow your software-engineering skills while gaining hands-on experience with distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and large-scale data platforms.

What You’ll Do
• Contribute to the development, deployment, and improvement of data and cloud services.
• Learn and apply operational-excellence practices, including service-level objectives and indicators, monitoring, alerting, troubleshooting, and incident response.
• Collaborate with software, data, ML, and cloud engineers to understand user needs, translate requirements into technical solutions, and help build self-service capabilities.
• Implement features and technical projects from design through testing, deployment, and support, with guidance from senior team members.
• Participate actively in sprint planning, code reviews, design discussions, documentation, and retrospectives.
• Write maintainable, well-tested code and help improve the reliability, performance, cost efficiency, and usability of team services.
• Develop familiarity with cloud infrastructure, deployment automation, observability, and the full operational lifecycle of production systems.
• Build knowledge of the tools, architectures, and data workflows that support our technology ecosystem.

Your Skills & Abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or another relevant field; or equivalent real-world experience.
• 0–2 years of software-engineering experience, including internships, co-op experience, academic projects, or equivalent hands-on work.
• Foundational proficiency in at least one programming language such as Java, C++, Go, or Python.
• Understanding of software-engineering fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, testing, version control, and code review.
• Familiarity with developing or supporting services, applications, or data-processing systems.
• Exposure to at least one major public cloud provider, such as Azure, GCP, or AWS, through coursework, projects, internships, or professional experience.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and learning skills.
• Interest in contributing to reliable, scalable systems and supporting services in a production environment.

What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage
• Familiarity with distributed systems, APIs, microservices, containers, or cloud-native development.
• Exposure to deployment automation, monitoring, logging, metrics, or other
observability practices.
• Academic, internship, or personal-project experience related to autonomous vehicles, robotics, machine learning, or large-scale data platforms.

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 actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position, as well as geography of the selected candidate.
       • The salary range for this role is from $84,900 - $130, 500. 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:
       • 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

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.

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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
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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