Senior Software Engineer âPlatform Cloud Infrastructure

GM; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automotive leader is seeking a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer to act as the innovation owner for multiple cloud platforms. The role involves collaborating with IT Operations and ensuring compliance with corporate requirements. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science, with at least 10 years of experience in cloud application development and proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and Python. This full-time position offers a hybrid work arrangement in Markham.

Benefits

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

Life insurance

Pension contributions

GM Vehicle Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience developing and maintaining cloud applications.
• Deep knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, etc.), containerization, and orchestration tools.
• Familiarity with GM cybersecurity standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Act as the innovation owner of multiple cloud platforms.
• Lead cross-functional teams to define and document requirements.
• Develop innovative methods to automate virtualization platform maintenance.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Java

Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS)

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

CI/CD pipelines

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science

Tools

CI/CD tools

Vector CANape

CANoe

Job description

Job Description

Work Arrangement : This role is hybrid at Oshawa Elevation Centre or Markham Elevation Centre. You are expected to report to that location at least three times a week.

At General Motors, we envision a future characterized by zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion. We are pioneering the next generation of vehicle compute platforms and revolutionizing automotive software development.

Join us as we lead the way towards a sustainable and safe automotive future.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

Act as the innovation owner of multiple cloud platforms and collaborate with GM IT Operations and Infrastructure teams to ensure platform compliance with corporate cybersecurity, vulnerability, and infrastructure requirements.

Lead cross-functional teams to define and document requirements for developing back-end capabilities, ensuring scalability and stability within a larger CI/CD framework.

Collaborate with suppliers and internal process partners during development and maintenance.

Develop innovative methods to automate virtualization platform maintenance.

Serve as a subject matter expert in cloud infrastructure and virtualization for the organization.

Provide updates and live demonstrations to leadership and external organizations.

Additional Job Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science.
• 10 years of experience developing and maintaining cloud applications.
• Expertise in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, Java, Quarkus, SystemC.
• Deep knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, etc.), containerization, and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with GM cybersecurity standards and best practices.
• Experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency in automation tools like Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
• Successful leadership of challenging projects with high ambiguity.
• Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in relevant fields.
• Familiarity with GM’s in-house test automation tools and libraries.
• Understanding of automotive communications protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, SPI).
• Knowledge of automotive development tools (Vector CANape, CANoe, etc.).

Benefits Overview

Our total rewards program supports your health and well-being, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, life insurance, pension contributions, and GM Vehicle Purchase Plan.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. We embrace the responsibility to lead change for a better, safer, and more equitable world.

Why Join Us

We believe in making meaningful change daily through our words, deeds, and culture. We foster a sense of belonging and inclusion for all employees.

Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities

GM is committed to a workplace free of discrimination, fostering inclusion and belonging. We encourage candidates to review role responsibilities and qualifications and apply accordingly. Recruitment may include assessments and screening. Learn more at How we Hire.

Accommodations

GM offers opportunities to all job seekers, including those with disabilities. For accommodations, contact us with your needs, specifying the role and requisition number.

Required Experience : Senior IC

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1