General Motors

Staff Software Engineer

General Motors • $160K — $246K *
Austin, TX 78745Hybrid
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 8+ years in software development with a focus on customer-facing web applications
  • Proven track record in software project delivery and operational ownership
  • Strong expertise in software architecture, distributed systems, and API development
  • Ability to lead technical direction without direct authority
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills across teams
  • Experience mentoring engineers and enhancing technical standards

Responsibilities

  • Lead architecture and implementation of web and platform capabilities
  • Drive technical strategy and architectural alignment across teams
  • Develop web applications using Next.js, React, JavaScript, and TypeScript
  • Design APIs that support core business capabilities
  • Translate business objectives into technical plans and engineering roadmaps
  • Enhance system reliability and developer productivity
  • Mentor engineers and foster collaboration through documentation and knowledge sharing

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
Full Job Description
Job Description
Work Arrangement

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report onsite at the Mountain View, CA or Austin, TX location at least three times per week minimum.

About the Role:

As a Staff Software Engineer, you will help set the technical direction for the MyAccount platform and related customer identity experiences. This is a senior individual contributor role focused on solving complex technical problems, driving architectural decisions, and influencing engineering strategy across multiple teams. You will partner closely with product managers, designers, security partners, platform teams, and fellow engineers to deliver scalable, secure, reliable, and high-performing customer experiences. You will be expected to operate with high autonomy, connect technical investments to business outcomes, and raise the engineering bar through design leadership, mentorship, and strong execution.
  • Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of complex web and platform capabilities across the MyAccount ecosystem
  • Drive technical strategy and architectural alignment across multiple teams, services, and stakeholder groups
  • Develop web applications using Next.js and React frameworks, JavaScript, and TypeScript where appropriate
  • Design and develop application programming interfaces (APIs) that enable core business capabilities and support long-term platform evolution
  • Translate business goals into pragmatic technical plans, engineering roadmaps, and scalable implementation approaches
  • Improve system reliability, scalability, performance, observability, and developer productivity across the platform
  • Ensure system monitoring and alerting are in place for both existing applications and new features to detect performance degradation
  • Proactively identify and remediate software issues, including code quality concerns, design inconsistencies, operational weaknesses, and security vulnerabilities in code, configuration, or solution architecture
  • Apply strong software engineering fundamentals, standard design patterns, and established frameworks throughout all phases of the software development lifecycle
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build robust applications in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Develop unit and automated tests to ensure high code quality and application reliability
  • Drive clarity and alignment on technical tradeoffs, helping teams make sound decisions that balance speed, quality, and long-term maintainability
  • Mentor and coach engineers across levels, including senior engineers, through design reviews, technical guidance, and day-to-day collaboration
  • Foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing by documenting proposed software solutions and existing systems to maintain alignment with GM engineering standards
  • Stay current with industry trends, concepts, and best practices, and apply them where they create meaningful product or engineering value
  • Consistently uphold compliance with GM standards and industry best practices
  • Hold yourself and peers accountable for exemplifying GM's values and cultural behaviors


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 8+ years of experience in software development, including significant experience building and evolving customer-facing web applications or platforms at scale
  • Strong hands-on experience contributing to software project delivery, including deployment and operational ownership
  • Deep understanding of software architecture, distributed systems, APIs, testing strategy, quality assurance, and solution validation, including test automation
  • Strong experience maintaining, debugging, and improving live software applications to ensure stability, performance, and resilience
  • Proven ability to drive technical direction and influence architectural decisions across team boundaries without direct authority
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, product, design, security, and platform teams
  • Demonstrated experience mentoring engineers and raising the technical bar within an organization
  • Ability to connect technical initiatives to business objectives and make sound decisions in complex problem spaces


What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field
  • Strong experience with modern web frameworks such as Next.js, Angular, React, or Ember
  • Experience with customer identity, authentication, account management, consent, profile, or other security-sensitive systems
  • Experience modernizing platforms and reducing technical complexity across a large product surface
  • Experience driving improvements in observability, reliability, and operational excellence for customer-facing systems
  • Track record of influencing technical roadmaps and delivering cross-functional initiatives with broad organizational impact


Additional Information:

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU 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., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

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 New York, Colorado, California, or Washington.
  • The salary range for this role is 160,200 to 246,300.
  • 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
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
NASDAQ
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