General Motors

Software Engineering Manager - Software Aligned Vehicle

General Motors$120K — $150K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 7+ years of software development experience, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
  • Proven experience in coaching and mentoring engineers.
  • Strong background in performance management and goal-setting.
  • Expertise in Agile and Scrum methodologies for complex systems development.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to attract and retain engineering talent.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of software engineers to enhance technical capabilities.
  • Drive collaboration across product management, hardware, design, and software teams.
  • Establish standards for software quality and best practices.
  • Manage team performance by setting objectives and tracking progress.
  • Participate in strategic planning for future software developments.
  • Oversee the software development lifecycle from design to maintenance.
  • Identify and mitigate project risks for secure software solutions.
  • Promote an innovative engineering culture focused on continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with flexibility to work remotely and on-site.
  • Opportunity for professional growth and career development.
  • Potential eligibility for relocation benefits.
Full Job Description

Job Description

The Role
General Motors is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to lead and inspire a high-performing team within our Software Aligned Vehicle organization. This role involves overseeing the development and delivery of critical software solutions that impact the lives of our customers everyday. This leader will be responsible for fostering a culture of technical excellence, and driving strategic initiatives to advance our vehicle software distribution platforms.

What You'll Do
  • Lead, mentor, and coach a team of software engineers, fostering their professional growth and technical capabilities through regular feedback, performance reviews, and career development planning.
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration with product management, hardware engineering, design, and other software teams to ensure seamless integration and successful delivery of software features for our Software Aligned Vehicles.
  • Establish and maintain high standards for software quality, architectural design, and development processes, implementing best practices for code reviews, testing, and continuous integration/delivery.
  • Manage team performance, including setting clear objectives, tracking progress, and addressing performance gaps to ensure timely and high-quality software releases.
  • Participate in strategic planning for software development, contributing to roadmap definition, resource allocation, and technology selection for future vehicle platforms.
  • Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design to implementation, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance.
  • Identify and mitigate risks associated with software development projects, ensuring robust and secure solutions for our vehicle systems.
  • Promote an innovative and agile engineering culture, encouraging experimentation and continuous improvement within the team.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
  • Proven experience in coaching and mentoring software engineers at various career stages.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional leadership and collaborate effectively with diverse teams across an organization.
  • Strong background in performance management, including setting goals, conducting reviews, and fostering a high-performance environment.
  • Expertise in software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum) and best practices for large-scale, complex systems.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to attract, hire, and retain top engineering talent.

Preferred Skills & Abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional leadership and collaborate effectively with diverse teams across an organization
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 5+ years in a leadership or management role.
  • Experience in leading teams through organizational transformation.
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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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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