Sr. System Engineer

General Motors; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is seeking a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to design, develop, and deploy end-to-end web applications across front-end and back-end stacks.

The position supports hybrid work with report lines to Austin IT Innovation Center or Warren, Michigan, enabling collaboration across cross-functional teams and mentoring junior developers to deliver high-quality software in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience as a Full Stack Engineer.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React Native, and Angular.
• Experience with cloud platforms and container orchestration; knowledge of REST and GraphQL APIs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable web applications using modern front-end and back-end technologies.
• Build robust system infrastructure and database solutions.
• Evaluate architectural trade-offs and apply synchronous and asynchronous design patterns.
• Write clean, efficient, unit-tested and well-documented code for client and server components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope and deliver high-quality software.

Skills

Full Stack

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

React Native

Angular

Java

Spring Boot

Quarkus

Hibernate

JPA

SQL

PostgreSQL

DynamoDB

Redis

Git

CI/CD

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Kubernetes

Docker

Heap

Datadog

Microservices

REST API

GraphQL

Agile

Job description

## Sr. System EngineerApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Warren, Michigan, United States of America: Austin, Texas, United States of Americatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR-202616221**Job Description******Hybrid:****This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Austin TX IT Innovation Center or Warren Michigan 3 days per week (T-W-Th) ****Who We Are****The CAE, CAT, Battery, Materials & Validation team delivers next-generation IT software solutions that support Vehicle Test Lab operations, physical validations, and proving ground activities. These capabilities enable the engineering, validation, and testing of products to meet engineering requirements, ensure compliance and certification, and fulfill government mandates. We are seeking an experienced *Full Stack* Senior Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying end-to-end web applications.****The Role****The position is responsible for developing and testing web applications using repeatable industry best practices and in accordance with GM's software development project methodology. The Software Developer will work hands-on designing and writing code based on detailed requirements and system specifications. Developers will specialize in web development software packaging and coding languages.Development activities will include updating existing software and/or developing new web applications to address a specific customer need or to solve a particular business problem. This role will contribute to all development activities including design, coding, testing, certification, documentation and deployment.****What You’ll Do***** Design and develop scalable web and applications using modern *front-end* and back-end technologies and cloud infrastructure.* Design and develop robust system infrastructure and database solutions.* Evaluate architectural trade-offs and apply synchronous and asynchronous design patterns.* Write clean, efficient, unit-tested and well-documented code for both client-side and server-side components.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope and deliver high-quality software solutions.* Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application *performance*.* Ensure application security, data protection, and code quality standards are met.* Software testing and quality assurance.* Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers.* Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry best practices.* Lead small-to-medium scale projects, ensuring alignment with business and engineering goals.****What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)***** Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field* 7+ years of professional software development experience as a *Full Stack* Engineer* Proficiency in *front-end* technologies: HTML5, CSS3, *JavaScript*, ReactNative, and Angular* Strong knowledge of back-end languages such as *Java*, Spring Boot, Quarkus, Hibernate, JPA, and SQL* Experience working with multi-tier production software systems utilizing HTTP APIs (REST and/or GraphQL) and backend datastores (PostgreSQL and/or DynamoDB, Redis)* Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD practices* Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)* Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (e.g. Kubernetes, Docker, etc.)* Familiarity with Observability tools like Heap and/or Datadog* Familiarity with microservices architecture* Understanding of RESTful API design and implementation* Experience with Agile development methodologies* Demonstrated ability to understand the tech stack, debug code and tests****People Skills:***** Excellent problem-solving and communication skills* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment**#LI-CK1*****Gm does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need gm immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM, OPT, etc.) Now or in the future.*******This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.****