Software Developer - Early Career

Cadillac / GM; Markham; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer is seeking creative engineers for a hybrid role focusing on controls and software development. The position involves collaborating on cutting-edge solutions that influence vehicle performance and customer experience. Ideal candidates should have a degree in relevant engineering fields and strong programming skills. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and values diversity in its workforce.

Benefits

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

Life insurance

Retirement plan contributions

Vehicle Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Must be graduating between December 2025 and August 2026.
• Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality software solutions for embedded Controls systems on EVs, PHEV.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with various engineering teams.
• Document requirements and link them to test cases.

Skills

Programming in C/C++

Python scripting

Experience with JIRA

Experience with GIT

Customer-centric focus

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechatronics, Software, Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering

Tools

ETAS

INCA

MDA

CppU Test framework

Job description

Work Arrangement

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham Elevation Centre (MEC)/ Oshawa Elevation Centre (OEC) three times per week at minimum, or other frequency dictated by the business.

The Role

We are seeking creative, highly motivated engineers with passion and expertise in controls and software for this position within GM’s Vehicle Mechatronics Embedded Controls group.

In this position, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge software solutions including the Software‑Defined Vehicle solutions that are revolutionizing the automotive industry. You will design, implement, test and architect software solutions for functionality deployed across our vehicle portfolio and vehicle ecosystem.

In this role, you will directly impact the GM vehicles that drive down the road and improve our customer experience! Your work will contribute directly to GM's vision of a world with ZERO Crashes, ZERO Emissions, and ZERO Congestion.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality software solutions for embedded Controls systems on EVs, PHEV for thermal, chassis, brakes, and other propulsion systems.

• Design, develop and implement Physics and Controls requirements to continuously improve software for mechatronic controls and diagnostics strategies, as well as controller communication or software for vehicle functions and enhancements.

• Adhere to best software design principles, utilizing design patterns and understanding supervisory controls architecture and hardware abstractions for effective software solutions.

• Collaborate cross‑functionally with System Engineers, Software Engineers, Calibration Engineers, Scrum Manager, and Scrum Lead to interpret functional requirements and translate into robust control and diagnostics strategies.

• Test & demonstrate software functionality & readiness.

• Supply common solutions across all GM owned software.

• Document requirements for design solutions and link them to test cases that can demonstrate software functionality.

• Utilize automated test tools in build environments, benches, and vehicles to verify functionality of the feature at the Controller, System and Vehicle level.

• Function as an inclusive Agile Scrum team member to deliver software solutions.

• Have voice in software planning events, share ideas & learnings and help teach/train others.

Required Qualification

• Pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Masters degree in one of the following areas: Mechatronics, Software, Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering.

• Must be graduating between December 2025 and August 2026.

• Able to work full‑time, 40 hours per week.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills)

• Skilled in a programming language, preferably C/C++.

• Skilled in Python scripting, ETAS, INCA, MDA, and other software tools used for the development and/or testing of software.

• Experience with JIRA, GIT, and Agile software development framework.

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

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

• Knowledge and experience with CAN, LIN, ARXML, or Ethernet communications protocol.

• Software architecture principles and best practices.

• Formula SAE, Ecocar, or other Automotive related experience/clubs.

• Customer‑centric focus with solution development.

Sponsorship: PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU DO NOT NEED SPONSORSHIP TO WORK IN CANADA NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. WE ARE UNABLE TO CONSIDER CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE SPONSORSHIP.

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada Company, please advise if you require accommodation.

For more information about GM Canada, visit our website at www.gm.ca/careers.

General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

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.