About the position
The Low Voltage Infrastructure Team within the Embedded Platform Systems & Infrastructure (EPSI) organization focuses on developing systems and controls for on-vehicle low voltage power generation, energy storage, power management, distribution, and consumption control. This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly formed team as it advances the next generation of low voltage power architectures and consumption control strategies in SDV 2.0. As a Software Engineer (Embedded), you will be responsible for the design and implementation of Activation Power Management Software, ensuring the use of sound, repeatable, industry-standard methodologies. Your responsibilities will include prototyping and executing software tasks spanning the entire software development lifecycle, such as requirements analysis, design, coding, defect resolution support, and production release. We are seeking creative and technically skilled engineers with strong expertise in automotive embedded software to join a highly capable team focused on developing leading-edge technology solutions. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with both internal departments and external suppliers, bringing extensive experience in developing infrastructure software solutions for electronic control modules (ECUs). This includes knowledge in Bootloaders, Classic AUTOSAR (OS, RTE), Software Updates & Security (SUMS, Cybersecurity), GM BSW modules, and other application software components. Your contributions will play a key role in shaping the future of low voltage power management and supporting next-generation vehicle architectures.
Responsibilities
- Develop and debug High Quality Activation Power Management software in C (embedded C).
- Write Python scripts for automation.
- Work with cross-functional teams in designing, creating, and delivering software solutions for Activation Power Management Software and related embedded control systems.
- Test and validate software functionality and readiness on prototype benches.
- Ensure common software solutions across all GM-owned software platforms.
- Conduct code reviews, debugging, and system performance tuning to ensure software reliability and efficiency.
- Utilize the CPPU unit testing framework for embedded software validation, ensuring code reliability, functionality, code coverage, and compliance with industry standards.
- Document design requirements and link them to test cases that verify software functionality.
- Use automated test tools in build environments and test benches to verify software functionality.
- Collaborate with specialized teams, including Systems, Safety, Electrical Architecture, Cybersecurity, Software Defined Vehicle, Calibration, and Vehicle Performance.
- Support root cause analysis and debugging of software issues.
- Drive software quality improvements, evaluating refactoring needs to improve maintainability, reusability, and overall software robustness.
- Troubleshoot software deficiencies and implement effective solutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in embedded software development.
- Experience with Python development for automation and scripting tasks.
- Experience with designing, developing, and testing Microcontroller & ECU Abstraction Layer and Complex Drivers for AUTOSAR.
- Ensure compliance with safety requirements, government regulations, and GM-internal policies (e.g., MISRA guidelines).
- Understanding of Ethernet standards and its application and automotive communication protocols like CAN, LIN.
- Ability to read schematics and understand basic electrical circuits.
- Strong knowledge of infrastructure and basic software concepts.
- Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills to work independently and collaboratively.
- High level of analytical problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle ambiguity.
- Familiar with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) for microcontrollers.
- Experience with configuration management software (e.g., Git).
- Utilize CI/CD pipelines for efficient development, testing, and deployment of software solutions, with a solid understanding of DevOps principles.
- Hands on Experience with HiL and Vehicle Testing and debugging.
- Aptitude for test case automation.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adapt to new domains and technologies.
Nice-to-haves
- Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in automotive embedded software development.
- Experience in Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) electrical architecture development.
- Expertise in designing, developing, and testing AUTOSAR BSW Layers, including Communication Services, Memory Services, System Services, and Complex Device Drivers.
- Hands-on experience with embedded compilers, linkers, debugging tools, and testing software, including Lauterbach ETAS INCA, Analyzer Oscilloscopes and other general lab equipment.
- Hands-on experience in developing and implementing CAN, LIN, and Automotive Ethernet communication protocols.
- Knowledge of AUTOSAR architecture.
Benefits
- Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents.
- Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
- Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement.
- Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values.
- Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing.
- Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
