Software Developer at General Motors in Markham, Ontario, Canada

Job description

• Yes - This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (Backfill)
• As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role
• Hybrid - This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham office three times per week, at minimum.
• Join GM’s mission to build the future of mobility. As a Software Developer, you will develop and support embedded C++ software for in-vehicle mapping systems, contributing to autonomous and electric vehicle platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test embedded C++ software for real-time connected in-vehicle mapping applications.
• Work with Systems Engineers and senior developers to refine mapping-related software requirements and architecture.
• Participate in design and code reviews with a focus on C++ quality, maintainability, and performance.
• Apply rigorous software development principles in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Support software testing through unit testing, simulation, bench and in-vehicle validation.
• Document software designs and development processes clearly and thoroughly.
• Support continuous integration and deployment pipelines for mapping software modules.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience developing production-grade software in C++, preferably for embedded systems.
• 1+ year of experience in automotive embedded software or related domains such as mapping, localization, or navigation systems.
• Experience working with DevOps pipelines, build systems, and integration of application software with middleware.
• Experience with AI-assisted coding tools and prompt engineering for rapid development.
• Strong foundation in object-oriented design, algorithms, data structures, and design patterns.
• Familiarity with large codebases and CI/CD environments.
• Proven ability to mentor and guide technical teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Skills

Required

• C++
• embedded systems
• DevOps pipelines
• build systems
• middleware integration
• AI-assisted coding tools
• prompt engineering
• object-oriented design
• algorithms
• data structures
• design patterns
• large codebases

Benefits

• The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.
• Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.
• Life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
• Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement.
• GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you and your family.
• The salary range for this role is $90,900 to $136,400. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
• GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE