Manager, Software Engineering - Partner Media Experience

General Motors of Canada; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a dynamic team in developing cutting-edge infotainment software. This role involves hands-on technical leadership, mentoring developers, and driving innovation in a rapidly evolving environment. You will collaborate with global teams to deliver high-quality applications that enhance user experiences in connected vehicles. Join a diverse and ambitious team committed to shaping the future of mobility, where your contributions will have a significant impact on the company's vision of Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. If you are passionate about technology and leadership, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Paid time off including vacation days

Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits

Life insurance plans

Defined Contribution Pension plan

GM Vehicle Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 8+ years in automotive or consumer electronics embedded product development.
• 5+ years leading complex real-time embedded software development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage teams for Infotainment Software development.
• Ensure high quality features in collaboration with product management.

Skills

Android Development

Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

Embedded Software Development

Agile Methodologies

Software Design Patterns

Code Review

Data Security Practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree in Engineering or Management

Tools

C++

Java

Kotlin

Android Studio

Embedded Linux/QNX

Job description

Job Description

Work Arrangement:

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham Elevation Centre (MEC) three times per week, at minimum.

About us

At General Motors Canada, you will find go-getters, people that dream big and focus and commit to uncover the next ground-breaking idea. From designing and engineering state-of-the-art plants, developing new electric vehicles and self-driving technologies, and crafting the next generation vehicle applications – we are determined to change the future of mobility.

The Vehicle Applications & Services group at the Canadian Technical Centre is at the heart of delivering GM’s in-vehicle user interface and software applications. With years of experience maximizing the power and flexibility of Android, we are continually redefining the customer experiences of General Motors connected vehicles for all our brands – Cadillac, Chevy, GMC, Buick.

Join a hardworking and engaged software development team who have adapted to new remote working conditions, while delivering exciting new software applications for vehicles like the Hummer EV and Cadillac Lyriq. Our ambitious and inclusive culture means you will be joining a strong diverse team that promotes fresh innovative thinking and give you the opportunity to impact the course of our global vision - Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, Zero Congestion. Our people are the driving force behind making this a reality. Innovation lives here, so should you!

The Opportunity

General Motors Canada is hiring Engineering Managers to grow and manage teams for Infotainment Software. The role will work hand in hand with GM Canada teams and GM global product group on product development and launching.

As an Engineering Manager, you will lead, inspire and build a highly engaged team to develop, deliver and maintain the next generation infotainment platform, applications, products and tools on time, on budget with quality. You will supervise and motivate the team to fulfill department and company goals in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment. And you will also collaborate and facilitate continuous improvement of engineering processes and operation efficiency for high quality products with ultimate customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical leadership on a variety of features and capabilities on the Infotainment Software Applications and Services.
• Work with product management and user experience teams on building high quality features that make users love our product by leveraging your knowledge in Application Development using Android’s Material Design, Vehicle Data properties and messaging protocols such as CAN.
• Champion writing code that is reliable, maintainable and reusable because you have a thorough understanding of OOD principles.
• Mentor developers in the area of software engineering and Android best practices by conducting code reviews, participating in technical review discussions, tutorials and hosting prototype sessions.
• Innovate by staying current with the latest Android platform capabilities, making relevant recommendations that improve our product and codebase.
• Be mindful of best practices when it comes to securing data-in-transit and data-at-rest because your code protects our customer’s data.
• Collaborate and direct third-party software designs and development work to align with overall project objectives and timing.
• Hire, coach, develop and retain competent and engaged staff to achieve personal, professional and corporate objectives.
• Manage and refine software development processes to support multiple concurrent releases across different locations.
• Foster and maintain a positive and collaborative work environment to motivate and empower staff while driving for efficiency and innovative solutions.
• Identify and remove obstacles and ensure the team has proper tools, training and resources to accomplish assigned tasks within defined processes, while adhering to safety and budgets.
• Identify long term goals for the team (technical and people) and work with leadership to fulfill the needs.
• Be a valuable member of an energetic team that encourages sharing, caring and collaboration!

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in an automotive, or consumer electronics, embedded product development organization.
• 5+ years of experience developing or leading complex, real time, embedded software in an object-oriented environment (preferably native Android Apps & Services or Automotive), including people leadership responsibilities.
• Thorough understanding of OOP concepts, Android application architecture (e.g. Clean Code, MVP, MVVM), software design patterns and TDD.
• Extensive experience in automotive application design, architecture, development and delivery.
• Significant experience in all aspects of the software development life cycle/continuous integration, process, tools and good command of Agile Methodologies and Rituals.
• Hands-on development experience with C++, Java, Kotlin, Android, embedded Linux/QNX.

Education and Training

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or similar field.
• Advanced degree in engineering, business or management/leadership preferred.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
• Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
• Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada, please advise if you require accommodation. General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.