General Motors

Software Test Engineer

General Motors$88K — $105K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience
  • Familiarity with Behavior Driven Development (BDD) and Gherkin
  • Proficiency in Python programming
  • Experience with tools like GitHub, Jenkins, and Jira
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Valid US Driver License

Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain test plans for software and systems
  • Develop and automate test cases using simulation/automation tools
  • Coordinate testing activities within the Scrum Team
  • Diagnose and correct system and vehicle deficiencies
  • Support resolution of technical issues with vehicles and systems
  • Analyze test results and document failures
  • Lead initiatives for process improvements

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs including medical, dental, and vision
  • Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts options
  • Retirement savings plan available
  • Life insurance and sickness/accident benefits
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Tuition assistance programs
  • Discounts on GM vehicles
  • Eligible for relocation benefits
Full Job Description
Job Description

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid:

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, Michigan three times per week, at minimum.

The Role:

The Software Test Engineer position in the Testing and Deployment team will use the Behavior Driven Development (BDD) methodology to create, maintain, improve, and automate solution, system, and feature level acceptance tests in both hardware (HIL/Vehicle) and simulation (SIL) environments. Work closely with Controls, Software, Calibration and other test engineers to identify issues, troubleshoot problems, and develop solutions.The organization is focused on end-to-end delivery of high voltage battery software for GM's EV portfolio. This includes both on-board and off-board diagnostic and prognostic development, and representation of safety critical content at the highest levels of the company.

What You'll Do:
  • Create, modify, maintain, and execute Solution, System, or Feature level test plans
  • Utilize understanding of simulation/automation tools (Cosim, Autobot, etc.) to create, own, and maintain automated test cases
  • Organize, plan, and coordinate testing activities with Scrum Team
  • Utilize tools to engineer, execute, and automate tests in SIL/HIL/vehicle environments
  • Support identification of testing resource requirements
  • Diagnose and correct vehicle, system, and controls deficiencies
  • Support resolution of vehicle, plant, lab, or customer issues
  • Work with field service engineers and Onstar reps to troubleshoot vehicles
  • Analyze, review results, and document test failures via PRTS, Jira etc.
  • Lead/Support best practices and process improvement initiatives
  • Support program team reviews and demos
  • Participate in development trips and related test activities as needed
  • Perform other related duties as assigned


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
  • BS in Electrical/Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • 2+ years of demonstrated work experience with technical and professional skills in job-related area.
  • Experience with Behavior Driven Development (BDD) process and familiarity with Gherkin
  • Proficient in Python programming language
  • Experience with GitHub, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Jira and other configuration management, version control and code quality tools
  • High level of oral and written communication skills
  • High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others
  • Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals required
  • Ability to deal with ambiguity and work autonomously
  • Valid US Driver License


What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills):
  • MS in Electrical/Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 5+ years of demonstrated work experience with technical and professional skills in job-related area.
  • Proficient in test automation framework (Autobot, Autoval, etc.)
  • Proficient with GM's simulation environment (CoSIM/GMSIM)
  • Experience with vehicle and bench validation at component, subsystem, or system level
  • Experience with data logging tools (INCA, Vehicle Spy, CANALYZER Tools etc.)
  • Experience with HIL and HIL tools (DSPACE, etc.)
  • Working knowledge of embedded software development using C/Matlab/Simulink and associated tools (Jira, DOORS, Rhapsody, GIT etc.)
  • Quick to learn, ambitious, and willing to work hands-on with GM's vehicles and benches.
  • Agile development framework knowledge/experience


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.

Relocation:

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

The selected candidate will be required to travel

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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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.

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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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