General Motors

Software Engineering Manager - Networking System Software

General Motors$217K — $333K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong grasp of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, sockets).
  • In-depth knowledge of system software fundamentals (OS internals, kernel, drivers).
  • Experience with application-level protocols like HTTP.
  • Proven ability to debug and manage complex system-wide issues.
  • Familiarity with networking on Linux, Android, or QNX, with expertise in at least one.
  • Proficient in at least one programming language: C, C++, or Java.
  • Experience in leadership, mentoring engineers, and driving technical initiatives.
  • Strong cultural fit with a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of a Linux-based networking system.
  • Ensure reliable vehicle communication through collaborative hardware and software design.
  • Oversee the team in shipping high-quality, reliable software.
  • Guide efforts for seamless integration across application and cloud teams.
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers to meet power and performance targets.

Benefits

  • Work with a passionate team focused on innovation in vehicle technology.
  • Engage in hands-on leadership within a cutting-edge field.
  • Opportunity to influence and shape vehicle communication systems.
Full Job Description

Job Description

The Role

We think wireless communication can be perfectly reliable – no matter where our cars go.  We’re looking for system software experts who agree. 

Our Vehicle Communication team is hiring a software engineering manager to lead the development of system software in our Linux‑based networking system. You’ll guide a team working to ship the world’s most reliable connectivity.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role.  We hire managers that software engineers are excited to work for: those who are excited about the work, know how and when to help, when to mentor, and share a deep commitment to shipping great software

What You'll Do
GM is developing a for vehicle software and communications, and your team will be at the heart of it. Because we design our own hardware, you’ll collaborate closely with hardware engineering to meet strict power, performance, and reliability targets. You’ll also partner with application and cloud teams to ensure seamless end-to-end behavior across the full ecosystem.  
 

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (e.g., TCP/IP, routing, sockets, drivers, user-space networking).

  • Deep understanding of system software fundamentals: OS internals, kernel or driver development, system daemons, IPC, and resource management

  • Experience with application-level protocols like HTTP and how developers use them.

  • Demonstrated ability to triage, debug, and lead teams through complicated system-wide issues.

  • Experience with networking on Linux, Android, or QNX (expertise in one, familiarity with others is ideal).

  • Proficiency in at least one of C, C++, or Java.

  • Proven experience leading or mentoring engineers, setting technical direction, or driving cross-team initiatives.

  • Excellent culture-building skills: we earnestly love our cars and our customers. The best way for us to show that is to ship amazing things, in an amazing environment where curiosity and execution live side-by-side.

  • BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.

  • 7+ years software development experience, with 3-5 years in leadership, team lead, or managerial capacity.

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

  • Working knowledge of WiFi, LTE, 5G, Bluetooth, and/or UWB. 

  • Experience with system-level capabilities such as secure boot, OTA pipelines, platform security, diagnostics, or telemetry.

  • Experience with physical connectivity systems or embedded networking (“vehicles are data centers on wheels”).

  • Familiarity with packet sniffers, protocol analyzers, or network debugging tools.

  • Experience shipping highly reliable software using telemetry, observability, or distributed diagnostics.

  • Strong writing, documentation, and collaboration skills — they’re essential to good system design and effective leadership.

  • Experience building teams, hiring talent, and developing engineers professionally.

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 (217,500 and 333,400). The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

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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