Lead the development of diagnostic software applications and libraries, collaborating cross-functionally, overseeing strategies for vehicle diagnostics, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity requirements.
Description
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report onsite at the Warren-MI, or Milford-MI, or Austin-TX location at least three times per week minimum or other frequency dictated by the business. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
The Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Staff Diagnostic Software Development Engineer to join our team at GM Software & Services in the Diagnostics Hardware and Software department. In this role, you will act as the subject matter expert in diagnostic tool software development, responsible for architecting new diagnostic software applications and core diagnostic software libraries, along with their interfaces.
The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team environment. You should demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, a commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
As a Staff Diagnostic Software Development Engineer, you will play a critical role in defining the next generation of Diagnostic Service Tool Applications. Your work will be conducted in a centralized engineering environment, where you will exercise the highest levels of creativity, initiative, and independent judgment.
Join us in delivering innovative solutions and technologies that enhance the GM vehicle ownership experience and ensure the long-term satisfaction of our customers. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge software solutions that enable efficient and accurate vehicle diagnostics across the GM Dealership network and the GM Enterprise.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) :
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) :
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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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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 (U.S. and Canada)
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 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 onsite at the Warren-MI, or Milford-MI, or Austin-TX location at least three times per week minimum or other frequency dictated by the business. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
The Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Staff Diagnostic Software Development Engineer to join our team at GM Software & Services in the Diagnostics Hardware and Software department. In this role, you will act as the subject matter expert in diagnostic tool software development, responsible for architecting new diagnostic software applications and core diagnostic software libraries, along with their interfaces.
The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team environment. You should demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, a commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
As a Staff Diagnostic Software Development Engineer, you will play a critical role in defining the next generation of Diagnostic Service Tool Applications. Your work will be conducted in a centralized engineering environment, where you will exercise the highest levels of creativity, initiative, and independent judgment.
Join us in delivering innovative solutions and technologies that enhance the GM vehicle ownership experience and ensure the long-term satisfaction of our customers. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge software solutions that enable efficient and accurate vehicle diagnostics across the GM Dealership network and the GM Enterprise.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
- Lead the Service diagnostic tool software architecture development.
- Own the diagnostic tool software application strategy for the development of in-house diagnostic software, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Oversee GM's Service diagnostic software strategy to support new vehicle architectures, including Software Defined Vehicles (SDV).
- Create and manage comprehensive architecture diagrams and plans.
- Review and approve Engineering Change Requests that impact GM S&S diagnostic tools and software globally.
- Stay up to date on industry best practices and trends relevant to the position.
- Communicate technical issues and decisions efficiently to management.
- Collaborate with other Service Diagnostics and Programming related teams to analyze and address potential application issues.
- Assist in resolving vehicle diagnostic problems by reviewing vehicle communication logs and other data records.
- Deliver new software solutions that comply with GM Vehicle Cybersecurity diagnostic requirements.
- Represent the GM Diagnostics Hardware and Software Team internally and externally through automotive industry work groups (ISO, SAE).
Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) :
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Software Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven expertise in C/C++, C#, Java and Python programming languages.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on diagnostic software applications and diagnostic tools.
- Experience in diagnostic strategy and software architect.
- Experience in Object-Oriented Programming.
- Knowledge of vehicle serial data protocols: CAN (ISO15765), UDS (ISO14229), DoIP (ISO13400), GMLAN, SAE J1850, and KWP2000.
- Experience reading vehicle communication logs collected from CAN bus loggers and Wireshark.
- Understanding of vehicle electrical architecture systems and standards.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
- Effective technical communication skills in English.
- Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, and root cause analysis skills.
- Excellent multi-functional communication and collaboration skills.
- Proven results in successful project execution.
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) :
- Master's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related.
- Black Belt DFSS Certification.
- Experience in embedded software development.
- Experience in PC-based software development.
- Familiar with GM's Global Diagnostics Tool (GDS 2), Service Programming System (SPS 2), and Global Test System (GTS).
- Experience with vehicle Ethernet networking
- Service Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or IT experience.
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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 (U.S. and Canada)
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 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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