Automotive Camera Systems Architect

RiseMe; Michigan; On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Principal Engineer to define the technical direction for next-generation camera systems used in Viewing, Active Safety, ADAS, and automated-driving applications. You will lead architectures, engage suppliers, and drive from concept to production.

This role requires deep camera-system expertise, systems engineering discipline, and strong cross-functional leadership to deliver reusable architectural solutions across vehicle programs.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in optics, electrical, computer, systems engineering, or a related discipline.
• 15+ years of experience designing or leading automotive camera systems or related ADAS sensing products through production launch.
• Deep knowledge of optics, image sensors, camera electronics, image quality, calibration, signal processing, and perception interfaces.
• Experience translating system and perception needs into camera requirements and verification plans.
• Experience with supplier engagement, manufacturing readiness, design-for-manufacturing, production test, calibration, PPAP, or field-performance feedback.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Define camera architectures and design principles across optics, sensors, processing, interfaces, and calibration.
• Evaluate camera performance across perception systems and operating conditions.
• Shape sourcing, partner, and industrialization strategies including production test and field performance.
• Govern technology roadmaps and lead advanced development projects through to product development.
• Coach engineers and develop reusable standards and engineering methods.

Skills

Camera systems

Systems engineering

Supplier engagement

Leadership

Cross-functional communication

Education

Master's or PhD in optics or engineering

Job description

General Motors is seeking a Principal Engineer to define the technical direction for next-generation camera systems used in Viewing, Active Safety, ADAS, and automated-driving applications. You will lead architectures, engage suppliers, and drive from concept to production.

This role requires deep camera-system expertise, systems engineering discipline, and strong cross-functional leadership to deliver reusable architectural solutions across vehicle programs.