As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll design and develop embedded C++ software for automotive systems, collaborate on architecture, and optimize performance for user interfaces.
Description
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Mountain View, CA, Austin, TX, or Warren, MI three times per week, at minimum.
We are looking for a strong C++ Software Engineer to support development of next-generation automotive UI applications. The role involves development of high-performance, safety/regulatory-focused UI features across QNX/Linux/Android-based platforms, with emphasis on scalable UI architecture, graphics rendering, and system integration.
Experience with Android UI/application development is a strong plus as the organization transitions toward Android-based UI platforms.
What You'll Do
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with:
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 the California Bay Area.
The salary range for this role is 138,000 and 175,000. 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: 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.
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}.
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.
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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.
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Mountain View, CA, Austin, TX, or Warren, MI three times per week, at minimum.
We are looking for a strong C++ Software Engineer to support development of next-generation automotive UI applications. The role involves development of high-performance, safety/regulatory-focused UI features across QNX/Linux/Android-based platforms, with emphasis on scalable UI architecture, graphics rendering, and system integration.
Experience with Android UI/application development is a strong plus as the organization transitions toward Android-based UI platforms.
What You'll Do
- Develop and maintain infotainment UI applications using modern C++
- Work closely with System Engineering, UX, Product, and Validation teams to understand and implement requirements
- Debug and root-cause issues related to rendering, startup performance, power moding, IPC communication, and graphics behavior
- Integrate vehicle signals/services into UI applications
- Support feature bring-up on QNX/Linux/Android platforms
- Contribute to scalable and adaptive UI frameworks across multiple vehicle programs
- Participate in code reviews, unit testing, static code analysis, and CI/CD workflows
- Support performance optimization, memory analysis, and startup time improvements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams during vehicle integration and milestone deliveries
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field. Or work related experience.
- 5+ years of experience delivering embedded or system-level software in production environments.
- Experience integrating with ECUs and communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
- Passion for performance, UI/UX, and clean architectural design.
- Strong proficiency in modern C++ (C++11/14/17)
- Experience in one or more: Qt / QML, Altia, Skia, OpenGL, Vulkan, Embedded graphics/UI frameworks,
- Good understanding of: Rendering pipeline, Frame timing/jank, Animation handling, Adaptive/responsive layouts, Multi-display architecture
Preferred Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience delivering embedded or system-level software in production environments.
- Development in RTOS or infotainment contexts.
- Experience with Unreal Engine or 3D display rendering.
- Familiarity with CANoe, VehicleSpy, or other automotive debugging tools.
- Experience with Android application framework or hybrid Android/RTOS integration.
Experience with:
- Git/GitHub
- VS Code
- CI/CD pipelines
- Unit testing frameworks
- Static code analysis tools (Parasoft/Coverity/SonarQube)
- Jira/Agile workflows
- Experience in any of the following is a strong plus:
- Android application/UI development
- Android Automotive OS (AAOS)
- Kotlin/Java
- Jetpack Compose
- Android rendering/performance debugging
- Android services and IPC
- DisplayManager / Surface handling
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 the California Bay Area.
The salary range for this role is 138,000 and 175,000. 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: 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.
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}.
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.
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