General Motors

Sr. Software Developer- Launch Quality Lead

General Motors$100K — $130K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Software, Electrical, or Computer Engineering
  • 5+ years of engineering/technical experience
  • 3+ years in embedded software development/testing
  • Proficient in reading and debugging embedded C source code
  • Experience with Trace 32 and Agile methodologies
  • Familiarity with tools like JIRA, GIT, and Rhapsody

Responsibilities

  • Lead responses to Tested Functionality Rollout Plans and CI/CD failures
  • Enhance understanding of low voltage systems to ensure software quality
  • Create and share knowledge on common software issues and solutions
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on technical challenges
  • Develop algorithms for low voltage features using C
  • Design comprehensive test plans and lead test case development
  • Write Python test scripts based on defined scenarios
  • Execute test plans across various environments and vehicles

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment with at least 3 in-office days per week
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Collaborative and innovative work culture
  • Engagement in cutting-edge low voltage technology projects
  • Potential for infrequent travel to support project needs
Full Job Description

Job Description

The Role:

We are looking for a Sr. Software Development Launch Quality Lead to help us elevate our software built-in quality to the next level in the Low Voltage Infrastructure organization!

In this role you will be using modern methods, such as behavior driven development (BDD), to collaborate with product owners, developers, systems and tools team to create and execute software behavior tests for the next generation of GM embedded controllers in the low voltage space.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities):

  • Act as lead in responding to Tested Functionality Rollout Plan (TFRP) and CI/CD failures, assess root cause, initiate and test remedial fixes, test script updates or route the issue where necessary and support the primary developer to make more complex changes.
  • Develop very good understanding of low voltage systems, software and test environments to support software quality.
  • Contribute to the team knowledge base, so common software errors, corner case situations and other learnings can be retained and shared.
  • Frequently collaborate with software solution teams, low voltage systems team, virtual model development team and other cross-functional teams in the resolution of TFRP failures.
  • Develop and implement algorithms for various low voltage related features using C code.
  • Develop comprehensive test plans for the team and lead test case development to assess software products at the solution level.
  • Understand functional, safety, and compliance requirements, implementing appropriate test plans and setups.
  • Responsible for writing test scripts using Python based on the test case scenarios.
  • Execute test plans on a variety of test environments such as hardware and software in-the loop simulators, and vehicles.
  • Identify software anomalies, missed requirements and performance issues early in the development process.
  • Provide, communicate, and support common best practices among software community
  • Infrequent travel as required.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Software, Electrical, or Computer Engineering.
  • Minimum of 5 years of engineering/technical experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in embedded software development and/or test experience.
  • Experience reading and debugging source code in embedded C language. Developer-level competencies in the same.
  • Experience with Trace 32.
  • Experience with JIRA, GIT, Rhapsody, Optimus and Scaled Agile Framework.
  • Software-in-the-loop / controller virtualization test environment experience.
  • Experience working in an Agile environment.

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

  • Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Software, Electrical, or Computer Engineering.
  • High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively in a geographically dispersed organization.
  • Working knowledge of the software development process.
  • Test automation (e.g., Jenkins), regression testing, and test procedure creation.
  • Knowledge of Low Voltage Infrastructure, Li and PB batteries, power distribution devices and dependencies.
  • Hardware-in-the-loop test environment experience, including dSPACE ControlDesk.
  • CppUTest environment experience.
  • Communication protocol and tool experience (Automotive Ethernet, CAN, LIN, diagnostics.
  • ETAS INCA, Intrepid NeoVI/VSpy/Comet/Galaxy, Vector CANoe/CANape tools).

#LI-DH2

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 is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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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Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
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$122.4 billion
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