Software Engineering Manager – Networking System Software

General Motors; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 217,500 - 333,400; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Mountain View, CA is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead a team in developing innovative system software for vehicle communication. This hands-on technical leadership role requires collaboration with hardware engineering and cloud teams to ensure the reliability of connectivity solutions.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in networking fundamentals, system software, and programming in C, C++, or Java, along with a passion for building strong team cultures. This position is categorized as hybrid, allowing flexibility in work location.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals like TCP/IP and routing.
• Deep understanding of OS internals and system daemons.
• Experience with application-level protocols such as HTTP.
• Ability to triage and debug complicated system-wide issues.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (C/C++/Java).
• 7+ years of software development experience including leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of system software in Linux-based networking.
• Collaborate with hardware engineering to meet performance targets.
• Guide a team towards shipping reliable connectivity solutions.

Skills

Networking fundamentals

System software fundamentals

Application-level protocols

Debugging skills

Networking on Linux/Android/QNX

Programming in C/C++/Java

Leadership experience

Culture-building skills

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

The Role

We think wireless communication can be perfectly reliable no matter where our cars go. We’re looking for system software experts who agree. Our Vehicle Communication team is hiring a software engineering manager to lead the development of system software in our Linux‑based networking system. You’ll guide a team working to ship the world’s most reliable connectivity.

This is a hands‑on technical leadership role. We hire managers that software engineers are excited to work for: those who are excited about the work, know how and when to help, when to mentor, and share a deep commitment to shipping great software.

What You’ll Do

GM is developing a breakthrough new system for vehicle software and communications, and your team will be at the heart of it. Because we design our own hardware, you’ll collaborate closely with hardware engineering to meet strict power, performance, and reliability targets. You’ll also partner with application and cloud teams to ensure seamless end‑to‑end behavior across the full ecosystem.

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (e.g., TCP/IP, routing, sockets, drivers, user‑space networking).
• Deep understanding of system software fundamentals: OS internals, kernel or driver development, system daemons, IPC, and resource management.
• Experience with application‑level protocols like HTTP and how developers use them.
• Demonstrated ability to triage, debug, and lead teams through complicated system‑wide issues.
• Experience with networking on Linux, Android, or QNX (expertise in one, familiarity with others is ideal).
• Proficiency in at least one of C, C++, or Java.
• Proven experience leading or mentoring engineers, setting technical direction, or driving cross‑team initiatives.
• Excellent culture‑building skills: we earnestly love our cars and our customers. The best way for us to show that is to ship amazing things, in an amazing environment where curiosity and execution live side‑by‑side.
• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years software development experience, with 3-5 years in leadership, team lead, or managerial capacity.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Working knowledge of WiFi, LTE, 5G, Bluetooth, and/or UWB.
• Experience with system‑level capabilities such as secure boot, OTA pipelines, platform security, diagnostics, or telemetry.
• Experience with physical connectivity systems or embedded networking.
• Familiarity with packet sniffers, protocol analyzers, or network debugging tools.
• Experience shipping highly reliable software using telemetry, observability, or distributed diagnostics.
• Strong writing, documentation, and collaboration skills—they’re essential to good system design and effective leadership.
• Experience building teams, hiring talent, and developing engineers professionally.

Compensation

Compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of the California Bay Area.

The salary range for this role is $217,500 – $333,400. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

Benefits

This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week (or other frequency dictated by their manager).

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

Non‑Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.

All employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role‑related assessment(s) and/or a pre‑employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.

Accommodations

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