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Staff Software Engineer - Automation Library Development

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Hybrid
3 Locations
160K-245K Annually
Hybrid
3 Locations
160K-245K Annually

Description
Job Description Summary:
Leads GM's corporate software strategy for new technologies, complex features, and major program enhancements, providing technical leadership to execution teams for development and integration. Oversees comprehensive design analysis and leads integration and verification testing of software builds. Stays updated on new technologies and competitive products to define GM's strategic direction. Establishes and communicates best practices within the software community. Acts as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for specific platforms or applications and actively participates in hiring, including developing technical questionnaires, reviewing resumes, and conducting interviews. Engages in projects eligible for patent applications and maintains visibility across infotainment teams and sites. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Hybrid:
This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to one of the listed locations three times per week, at minimum or other frequency dictated by the business. Relocation assistance is not available for this role.
The Role
As a Staff Software Engineer - Automation Library Development at GM, you will develop the automation software library strategy and define the solutions that will enable test automation of software at vehicle level. This will include developing automation solutions and enablers that will encompass all systems and subsystems within the vehicle. This exciting position is a located in central hub for developing automation enablers that will transform how GM develops and tests the software within the vehicle. The Automation Library Developer will leverage a team of software developers to bring their vision of how automation testing of software is completed in a clear and systemic manner. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with different business units all around GM and is terrific for technical and leadership growth!
What You Will Do

  • Define Python automation libraries and automation framework enablers that enable efficient and effective testing of the software that integrate into a global automation ecosystem at a vehicle level
  • Define clean, efficient, well-documented code standards for automation framework developers
  • Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members on best practices and standards
  • Collaborate with automation team members to ensure maximum effectiveness through tool evaluation, enhancements to script architecture and definition of value-add platform enhancements.
  • Work as technical mentor to deliver the training and guidance required to develop a highly capable SW automation development team.
  • Collaborate with virtual engineering development teams to develop next generation tools and processes to support development on the Software Defined Vehicle.
  • Lead workshop discussions designed to solve complex problems and propose innovative solutions.
  • Foster and maintain a positive and collaborative work environment while driving process improvement and innovative solutions.
  • Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends in software automation
  • Develop and adapt automation development to fit the needs of an enterprise level SW organization.
  • Develop quality chain pipeline for automation framework


Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience developing in multiple programming languages such as C++, C#, Python, etc.
  • Hands-on test automation development expertise with in-depth knowledge of multiple open-source/commercial tools for test automation.


What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Understanding of Vehicle Electrical Architecture and Subsystem/Features within the vehicle
  • Advanced degree in engineering or management/leadership.
  • Experience with automation frameworks and developing enablers within them
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in Automotive SW Test or Development, including experience with test automation and test or software architecture.


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

  • Compensation: The expected base compensation for this role is : $160,200 - $245,400 Actual base compensation within the identified 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: 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.


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