General Motors

Steering Agile Release Train Lead (ART Lead)

General Motors • $100K — $130K *
Warren, MI 48089Hybrid
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years in controls system development, specifically in automotive.
  • Proven cross-functional team leadership experience in a complex software environment.
  • Strong understanding of agile principles and practices.
  • Demonstrated software development skills including coding and debugging.
  • Familiarity with data architecture concepts and test methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and facilitate ART events like PI Planning and Sprint Reviews.
  • Coach Scrum team members to promote agile practices.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to align on ART's vision and priorities.
  • Identify and resolve impediments to ART progress.
  • Drive continuous improvement using data and feedback.
  • Ensure adherence to GM engineering standards and quality assurance practices.
  • Communicate ART performance and progress to senior leadership.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
  • Paid vacation and holidays.
  • Tuition assistance for continuing education.
  • GM vehicle discounts and employee assistance programs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid:

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, Michigan or Milford, Michigan three times per week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday), at minimum [or other frequency dictated by the business].

The Role:

The Vehicle Mechatronics and Embedded Controls - Evolving Business organization is at the center of any technology that enables the vehicle to move, turn and stop. VMEC is responsible for the development and deployment of complex embedded controllers specific to propulsion and chassis control systems utilizing the principles of agile. These controllers support cutting edge features, such active safety, autonomous, trailer braking, and crab walk. The race is on to deliver engaging and meaningful in-vehicle experiences! You can flex your teamwork muscles as you will be tasked with working with several other areas of engineering and the business.

What You'll Do:

We are seeking an experienced Steering Agile Release Train Lead (ART Lead) to guide and optimize the delivery of value across multiple agile teams. This role is crucial for ensuring alignment, fostering collaboration, and driving continuous improvement in our software development lifecycle.

The mission of the ART Lead is to ensure the Agile Release Train works effectively by improving workflow. Within their ART they serve as a lean agile coach, facilitate ART events, and provide process leadership. The ART Lead identifies best practices, standardizes processes and methods; customizing agile solutions as needed to meet organizational needs. They communicate with stakeholders, escalate impediments, help to manage risk and dependencies. They are a driving force of continuous improvement for their teams.
  • Lead and facilitate all ART events, including PI Planning, Scrum of Scrums, System Demos, and Inspect & Adapt workshops.
  • Coach and mentor Scrum team memebers and development teams within the ART to foster agile mindsets and practices.
  • Collaborate with Product Management, System Architects, and other stakeholders to ensure a clear understanding of the ART's vision, roadmap, and priorities.
  • Identify and remove impediments that hinder the ART's progress, escalating issues as necessary.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the ART, leveraging data and feedback to optimize processes and increase efficiency.
  • Ensure the ART adheres to General Motors' engineering standards, architectural guidelines (including Data Architecture principles), and quality assurance practices.
  • Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams, promoting a culture of transparency and shared ownership.
  • Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle for the ART, including coding, debugging, testing, and deployment activities.
  • Report on ART performance, progress, and key metrics to senior leadership and relevant stakeholders.


Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in controls system development.
    Such as: Automotive chassis control system integration and testing of hardware and software; Vehicle electrical systems and serial data communications architectures; Automotive system, software, and hardware requirements development and validation;
  • Proven experience in Cross-Functional Team Leadership within a complex software development environment.
  • Strong understanding and practical application of the agile principles and practices.
  • Demonstrated experience in Software Development, including proficiency in Software Coding and Debugging.
  • Solid understanding of Test methodologies and practices.
  • Familiarity with Data Architecture concepts and their application in software solutions.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and coaching skills.
  • Ability to facilitate large group meetings and workshops effectively.
  • Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
  • Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical mechanisms
  • High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
  • Strong sense of urgency and ownership
  • Demonstrated proficiency in project management skills
  • Experienced at planning, preparing for and leading meetings
  • Effective interpersonal skills that focus and influence others, including those which may have priority differences with yours


What Will Give you a Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills):

  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in controls system development.
    Such as: Automotive chassis control system integration and testing of hardware and software; Vehicle electrical systems and serial data communications architectures; Automotive system, software, and hardware requirements development and validation;
  • Understanding of engineering theory and principles of operation of mechanical/electrical steering mechanisms
  • High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
  • Strong sense of urgency and ownership
  • Demonstrated proficiency in project management skills
  • Experienced at planning, preparing for and leading meetings
  • Effective interpersonal skills that focus and influence others, including those which may have priority differences with yours.


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
This position requires the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis and successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Report review.

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}.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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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
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