Technical Principal

GM Financial; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Bonding leave

Tuition assistance

GM employee discount

Community service pay

Holidays

Job summary

GM Financial is seeking a Principal to lead strategic initiatives with strong mentorship and cross-functional influence. The role emphasizes using AI-enabled methods to drive productivity, ensure governance, and shape business outcomes within a hybrid work environment.

The successful candidate will engage leaders, promote process improvements, and represent GM Financial in broader communities while maintaining a robust internal network. Strong industry knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading initiatives from start to finish.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of decisions' impact.
• Knowledge of GM Financial’s values, mission, and strategy.
• Understanding GM Financial’s operations.
• Subject matter expert with cross-functional influence.
• Mentorship, collaboration, and leadership.
• Logical, analytical problem-solving and judgment.
• Willingness to adopt new AI tools and approaches.
• Ability to build trust with peers and partners.

Responsibilities

• Influence projects and initiatives through technical expertise.
• Be a trusted partner to leaders by providing subject matter guidance.
• Drive thought leadership and agile, operational excellence.
• Translate vision to solutions while balancing risk and investments.
• Foster open communication and value diverse viewpoints.
• Maintain a strong internal network across the business.
• Drive cross-team solutions as a key influencer.

Skills

Leadership experience

Business acumen

Company values alignment

GM Financial knowledge

Mentorship & influence

Analytical thinking

Innovation mindset

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Tools

Microsoft Copilot

Job description

Why GM Financial?

GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America, and the Asia Pacific region. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses.

Job Description

Why GM Financial?

GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America, and the Asia Pacific region. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses.

At GM Financial, our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes new ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.

Our Purpose

We pioneer the innovations that move and connect people to what matters.

This position will be posted until filled.

Responsibilities

About the role

As a technical thought leader and subject matter expert for assigned business area, the Principal will be a key influencer to achieve strategic alignment and deliver business value. The Principal will work with leaders in the business segment to identify initiatives with high impact which drive the business strategy forward. The person in this role will be innovative and an avid promoter of process improvement in specific technical discipline using the appropriate methodologies to enhance productivity and performance of assigned business area. The Principal tends to be an established and recognized figure both internally and externally. This person will represent GM Financial in the broader community and serve as a de-facto ambassador for the organization. It will be important for the Principal to maintain a strong network in the community and represent GM Financial well.

In This Role You Will

• Influence projects and initiatives through technical expertise
• Become a trusted and valued partner of department and business leaders by providing subject matter expertise, guidance and support
• Drive technical thought‑leadership, acting as a change agent and advocate for new methodologies that enable higher levels of business agility and operational excellence
• Understand, communicate and commit to the team's vision, goals and strategies, translating vision to solutions while balancing risk, investment needs and fit for purpose
• Foster open communication that welcomes information sharing, seeks input from others and values diverse viewpoints
• Maintain a strong internal network by working across the business segment to foster a culture of trust, inclusion, engagement and integrity
• Help to drive cross-team solutions, anticipating and addressing problems ahead of the need by acting as a key influencer in assigned oversight areas

Qualifications

What makes You an ideal candidate?

• Experience with leading initiatives from start to finish
• Strong knowledge of business acumen and a deep understanding of business implications of decisions
• Strong understanding of company values, mission, vision and strategic direction
• Thorough knowledge of GM Financial’s business operations
• Recognized as a subject matter expert in area(s) of specialtyDemonstrates relationship management skills and ability to influence others to achieve results by working across the business segment, being open to ideas and actively engaging others
• Ability to provide leadership through mentorship, influence, inspiration, collaboration and teamwork
• Demonstrates professional behavior in using logic, analysis and judgment when encountering challenges
• Ability to innovate and adopt new approaches, technologies and solutions
• Ability to establish strong working relationships and build trust with peers, cross-functional partners and related professional organizations

Additional Knowledge And Skills

Working effectively within an AI enabled environment:

• Ability to use AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to support daily work
• Skills in evaluating AI outputs for accuracy, compliance, and bias
• Experience integrating AI into workflows to improve efficiency or insights
• Familiarity with AI assisted research, summarization, and content generation
• Understanding of responsible AI use, including ethics and data protection

Work Experience & Education

• Greater than 10 years in related function required
• 3-5 years leading through mentorship in related field required
• 3-5 years leading projects and initiatives through influence required
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Associate Degree or High School Equivalent plus 2 additional years of related experience required

Certifications and Licenses

• Related certifications and/or licenses required
• Member of and recommendation by accredited association in related field preferred

What We Offer:

Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays.

Our Culture:

Our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.

Compensation

Competitive pay and bonus eligibility.

Work Life Balance:

Flexible hybrid work environment, 2-days a week in office.

NOTE:

We are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship for this position

This position is not open to agency submissions

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