Senior Software Developer, Body Systems

Cadillac / GM; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive industry leader in Markham is hiring a Senior Software Developer to work in an Agile Scrum team, developing embedded control systems for vehicles. Candidates should have strong C programming skills, extensive experience in embedded software development, and the ability to provide mentorship. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and comprehensive benefits including healthcare and retirement plans.

Benefits

Paid time off including vacation

Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits

Defined Contribution Pension plan

GM Vehicle Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of embedded software development experience.
• Experience with writing and debugging C code.
• Familiarity with GM automotive standards is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded automotive control systems in an Agile Scrum team.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior developers.
• Design and integrate embedded software systems.

Skills

C programming

Debugging

Software architecture

Embedded software development

Agile methodologies

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

CppUTest

Lauterbach

Job description

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid - This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the office three days per week, at minimum.

Vehicle Mechatronics Embedded Controls (VMEC) is responsible for designing, developing, and deploying the embedded controls and software for all vehicle systems and components that manage vehicle motion, vehicle access, vision & visibility and occupant position, protection, and comfort.

The successful candidate will join Agile Scrum teams of approximately 10 members, responsible for developing Body Controls software & controls for all GM vehicles produced globally! Our Scrum teams work in an Agile framework and are responsible for Requirements, Software Development, and Testing & Verification. The primary role of the successful candidate will be Software Development and Test. Our team is collaborative, has a strong Agile culture, and will afford you the opportunity to work as part of a fun group whose product spans the entire GM portfolio!

Job Description:

Work as part of an Agile Scrum team that develops embedded automotive control systems. This req has multiple positions available in various areas of body controls such as lighting, vehicle access, closures, etc. The successful candidate will have further discussion during the interview process to determine exact placement based on business needs and skillset of the candidate.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• As a Senior Software Developer, provide lean-agile leadership for software architecture by guiding the design of large and complex software implementations

• Interface with Software Architects to understand and implement Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) requirements and designs within your scrum team

• Provide leadership and technical mentorship to junior developers, and serve as a reviewer of their designs

• Collaborate with Product Managers, Testers, and other developers, using methods like Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) and Test-Driven Development (TDD) to create and implement Features for GM’s next generation of EV and ICE vehicles.

• You’ll be required to design, implement and integrate complex embedded software systems in hand-coded C, with some flexibility to choose implementation methods

• Develop and maintain Unit tests and Multicomponent tests to ensure thorough software testing, and execute model/code equivalences testing

• Participate in the Agile Team and Agile ceremonies as required

• Interface with GM internal teams – Calibrators, Vehicle Integration Teams, etc.

• Interface with GM suppliers to define and test the libraries they provide.

• Utilize debugging tools like Lauterbach to identify root causes and resolve defects.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Software, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience

• Experience with writing and debugging C code and/or Rational Rhapsody

• Minimum 3 years of embedded software development experience preferred; familiarity with GM or other automotive software standards (eg. AUTOSAR), test procedures and build processes an asset

• Minimum 5-7 years of embedded software development experience

• Prior working experience with GM or other automotive software standards, test procedures and build processes

• Experience with CppUTest framework including debugging CppU Tests and implementing dynamic scheduler.

• Experience with software configuration management processes and tools (e.g. Git Ecosystem) preferred

• Experience in deciphering Ethernet, CAN and LIN Logs.

• Development / testing experience on SIL/HIL or other virtual environments

• Individually motivated; Scrum Team members are expected to pursue their goals with a high degree of independence and motivation

• Prior experience working in Agile / Scrum / SAFe is an asset, but not required

• Good oral and written communication skills are required, and high level of interpersonal skills to work effectively in a geographically dispersed team

• Ability to manage time and meet deliverable timing is critical

• Experience in any of the domains noted above an asset but not required (vehicle access, occupant position, protection, vision & visibility, and comfort/HVAC)

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILLNEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

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.