Software System Architect

General Motors; Milford Charter Township (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation benefits

Hybrid work model

Total Rewards resources

Job summary

General Motors in Milford, Michigan, is seeking a Senior Software System Architect to lead the VMEC software organization. You will shape high-quality, well-architected software for current and future vehicles and mentor cross-functional teams in design, architecture, and quality.

You’ll drive architectural strategies, manage ENABLER Epics and roadmaps, ensure compliance with MISRA/CERT C and GM guidelines, and collaborate within an Agile Release Train to deliver robust software foundations.

Qualifications

• BS in an engineering field required.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Proficient in C/C++ and embedded software.
• Strong software architecture and design skills.
• Able to mentor and lead others.
• Excellent communication skills for leadership and teams.

Responsibilities

• Define high-level architecture for ART software and NFRs.
• Lead creation of new components and re-architect for scalability.
• Develop architectural runway and align with Epics and roadmaps.
• Drive SSQA improvements and resource optimizations.
• Support PI planning and architecture sync meetings.
• Collaborate with other architects and ensure standards.
• Establish and participate in NFR definition across variants.
• Analyze design decisions within an economic framework.
• Break initiatives into features for 2-week sprints.
• Add architectural items to Definition of Done.
• Promote GM guidelines and industry standards.
• Mentor the team and share knowledge through sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Embedded controls

Software architecture

Agile / Scrum

Mentoring others

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Independent work

Education

BS in Computer Engineering/CS/EE/ME/Aerospace

MS in Computer Engineering or CS preferred

Tools

MISRA/CERT C

Job description

Work Arrangement:

Job Description

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, Michigan three times per week, at minimum.

The Role:

GM is undergoing a major transformation—reimagining how we operate and shaping the future of transportation through electrification, autonomous technology, and software-defined vehicles. At the heart of this transformation is our Vehicle Mechatronics Embedded Controls (VMEC) team, leading the charge with high-impact innovation and cutting-edge software development.

We are looking for a high performing Senior Software System Architect to lead and mentor the VMEC software organization in developing high quality, well architected software for present and future vehicles. In this role, you will be collaborating cross functionally and lead Product Engineering / Agile Release Team (ART) in both strategic and tactical manner on software design, construction, architecture, maintenance, quality and computing foundations.

What You’ll Do:

• Define a high-level architectural design for the software owned by the Agile Release Train (ART), comprehending all NFRs and future technical directions thereby enabling the Continuous Delivery Pipeline.
• Lead creation of new components, re-architecting software for evolving requirement and improve quality, maintainability, and scalability.
• Develop the architectural runway for the ART, comprehending all Enabler Epics, Business Epics, and all System Architect variant architectural roadmaps.
• Drive software quality improvements into the software owned by the ART with a focus on Software Structural Quality Assurance (SSQA) and evaluating code for controller resource improvements.
• Support Agile framework related planning and work acceptance meetings (PI, Pre-PI, Post-PI, system demos, I&A, architecture sync, etc.)
• Drive alignment with other Software System Architects and System Architect variants.
• Establish Software Non-Functional Requirements (NFRs) and participate in the definition of the NFRs for the other System Architect variants.
• Work with the PMT and operate within an economic framework to analyze the impact of design decisions and help plan both business and enabler work.
• Break large architectural initiatives into features and stories that can be executed in the 2-week sprint increments.
• Work with the ART Manager/lead to add architectural items to the Definition of Done which affects the acceptance of stories.
• Drive organization toward compliance with GM software guidelines/standards/processes and Industry Standards (MISRA/CERT C)
• Improve the software and software architecture knowledge of the team. Host Lunch and learns, train and mentor software developers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• BS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering required.
• 5+ years of experience demonstrating technical and professional skills in job-related area required.
• Good understanding of software development process and best practices.
• Proficient in C/C++ or similar programming language.
• Proficiency in embedded controls and software architecture and design trade-offs.
• High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others.
• Ability to think critically and provide effective solution to complex issue.
• Ability to prioritize work with only limited direction from manager.
• Ability to train/mentor others.
• High level of oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate intent to leadership and technical details to executing teams.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• MS in Computer Engineering, or Computer Science, Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 8+ years of experience demonstrating technical and professional skills in job-related area required.
• Experience with architecture design, controller resource utilization reduction, or training.
• Experience successfully leading activities/projects with high levels of ambiguity.3+ years’ experience in C/C++ Programming.
• 2+ years’ experience in embedded controls and software.
• Experience working in Agile Environment.
• Familiarity with SDV Architecture.

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.

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