Design and develop low-level embedded software for various microcontrollers, ensuring compliance with GM standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to create robust testing strategies.
Description
Job Description
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, Michigan three times per week, at minimum.
Our Mission:
At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We're turning today's impossible into tomorrow's standard -from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.
Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.
The Role:
In-House HWIO (Hardware Input/Output) Team is part of the Mechatronics Software Platform organization, driving GM's Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) strategy. We develop and test low-level embedded software that is portable and scalable across multiple automotive applications. As a member of the HWIO Engineering group, you'll work with cutting-edge systems and designs, leveraging both AUTOSAR MCAL configuration tools and hand-coding in C. A software developer in the HWIO team will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and testing the low-level hardware input/output (HWIO) software for various microcontrollers. This means creating the best software solution with the understanding of requirements, microcontroller specification, and GM coding standard. The developer will also make sure the solution is tested robustly by creating testing strategies and documenting the design.
We are seeking a skilled Senior Embedded Software Developer to design, develop, implement, and test low-level HWIO software for various microcontrollers. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, create robust testing strategies, and ensure compliance with GM's coding standards.
What You'll Do:
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
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.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Total Rewards | Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [email protected] or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Job Description
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, Michigan three times per week, at minimum.
Our Mission:
At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We're turning today's impossible into tomorrow's standard -from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features.
Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.
The Role:
In-House HWIO (Hardware Input/Output) Team is part of the Mechatronics Software Platform organization, driving GM's Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) strategy. We develop and test low-level embedded software that is portable and scalable across multiple automotive applications. As a member of the HWIO Engineering group, you'll work with cutting-edge systems and designs, leveraging both AUTOSAR MCAL configuration tools and hand-coding in C. A software developer in the HWIO team will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and testing the low-level hardware input/output (HWIO) software for various microcontrollers. This means creating the best software solution with the understanding of requirements, microcontroller specification, and GM coding standard. The developer will also make sure the solution is tested robustly by creating testing strategies and documenting the design.
We are seeking a skilled Senior Embedded Software Developer to design, develop, implement, and test low-level HWIO software for various microcontrollers. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, create robust testing strategies, and ensure compliance with GM's coding standards.
What You'll Do:
- Design, develop, and test low-level embedded software for functionalities such as RTOS, Memory, Fault Detection, Power Management, LIN, DMA, PWM, Discrete I/O, and Analog I/O.
- Utilize MCAL configuration tools or hand-code software solutions.
- Define and execute testing strategies to verify compliance with technical requirements.
- Perform independent code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
- Collaborate with teams across hardware, calibration, and requirements groups.
- Troubleshoot and solve complex issues with strong analytical skills.
- Document designs, test cases, and results thoroughly.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in embedded software development (Embedded C).
- Expertise in AUTOSAR MCAL configuration and Complex Driver development.
- Hands-on experience with microcontrollers (ARM, PowerPC, Renesas).
- Proficiency with RTOS for multi-core systems.
- Strong understanding of schematics and basic electrical circuits.
- Experience with root cause analysis involving integrated basic and application software.
- Familiarity with debugging tools (Lauterbach, ETAS INCA, CANalyzer) and lab equipment (oscilloscopes).
- Ability to work independently under tight schedules.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with others.
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in embedded software development (Embedded C)
- Low level SW experience in these core / micro:
ARM Cortex-R52 Core
ARM Cortex-M7 Core
NXP S32Kxx micro - Knowledge of vehicle electrical systems.
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.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Total Rewards | Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [email protected] or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Top Skills
Analog I/O
Arm
Autosar
Canalyzer
Discrete I/O
Dma
Embedded C
Etas Inca
Lauterbach
Lin
Mcal
Powerpc
Pwm
Renesas
Rtos
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