Software Engineering Manager - Software Aligned Vehicle
General Motors is seeking an experienced leader to oversee a high-performing team within our Software Aligned Vehicle organization, driving the development and delivery of critical software solutions that impact customers daily.
About the role
This leader will foster a culture of technical excellence and drive strategic initiatives to advance our vehicle software distribution platforms.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Requirements
- 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 Qualifications
- 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. This role is categorized as hybrid, requiring the selected candidate to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
About GM
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Benefits
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