General Motors

Software Engineer – Android Apps Development

Posted on: 6 Feb 2021

Warren, MI

Job Description

About GM

Theres never been a more exciting time to work for General Motors.

To achieve our vision of a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, we need people to join us who are passionate about creating safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around. This bold vision wont happen overnight, but just as we transformed how the world moved in the last century, we are committed to transforming how we move today and in the future.

Why Work for Us

Our culture is focused on building inclusive teams, where differences and unique perspectives are embraced so you can contribute to your fullest potential as you pursue your career. Our locations feature a variety of work environments, including open work spaces and virtual connection platforms to inspire productivity and flexible collaboration. And we are proud to support our employees volunteer interests, and make it a priority to join together in efforts that give back to our communities.

Job Description

This is a remote position, the selected candidate can reside and perform the work from anywhere within the United States.

As a Software Development Engineer Android Apps, you will join a global team of dedicated and forward-thinking individuals committed to zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion! Every single day your contributions will help move humanity forward by way of crafting seamless infotainment experience between our customers and their vehicles which have become an integral part of their day-to-day lives. Your work will help us deliver world-class and industry-leading solutions and formulate the bridge between multiple fields such as engineering, information technology, technical support, and marketing. Youll be responsible for the development of media, telematics, navigation, and vehicle data related functionality applications through best-in-class embedded software.

Responsibilities:

* Create software for vehicle level functions and perform integration and verification testing with minimal direction of lead engineers.

* Analyze software defects; determine root cause, create software solution, test and verify closure.

* Performs design and analysis on changes.

* Diagnose, debug and solve issues related to vehicle hardware and software

* Work with teams from multiple groups to meet project milestones

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

* Owning the entire life-cycle of the assigned domain, including requirements, system design, development, deployment, and maintenance of the embedded software for vehicle components

* Automotive requirements analysis to build embedded software designs

* Craft and develop embedded software in an Agile environment

* Develop software code packages in C++, Java, and Kotlin in real time operating system environments

* Develop and execute test cases for unit, integration, and functional software testing

* Implement and test software designs on a PC environment as well as on embedded target hardware

* Perform required version/configuration management activities

* Perform analysis, resolution, and tracking of defects to closure

* Coordinate and participate in architecture, requirements, design, code, and test case reviews.

* Facilitate internal engineers or third-party companies to develop, integrate, and test software deliveries using embedded diagnostic and development tools

* Work closely with other team leads to support triage and resolution of intricate system problems in a timely manner

* Interact and facilitate with internal teams and suppliers during all phases of development and integration to refine understanding of requirements and identify innovation opportunities

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Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering or related degree

* 2 years of post-graduation experience in software engineering discipline

* Software application development experience in automotive and/or portable consumer electronic devices in embedded domain

* Prior embedded systems development experience with fundamental computer science skills and strong programming skills

* Experience with revision control tools, issue-tracking tools, compilers, in-circuit emulators, and debuggers

* Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle

* Ability to travel up to 5% as needed

Preferred Experiences:

* Advanced degree

* Experience in developing automotive Infotainment

* Experience with Android application development

* Experience in Vehicle Network protocols like CAN, UDS, I2C, UART and SPI.

* Working experience in any of OS environment like Android/Linux, QNX or POSIX

* Knowledge of vehicle communication protocols & Diagnostics

* Experience working in any flavor of the Agile Software Development method e.g. SCRUM

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
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.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

General Motors

Detroit, MI

We envision a future of zero crashes, zero emissions and zero congestion, and we have committed ourselves to leading the way toward this future.

General Motors has been pushing the limits of transportation and technology for over 100 years. Today, we are in the midst of a transportation revolution. And we have the ambition, the talent and the technology to realize the safer, better and more sustainable world we want.

As an open, inclusive company, we’re also creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued for who they are. One team, where all ideas are considered and heard, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential, with a culture based in respect, integrity, accountability and equality.

Our team brings wide-ranging perspectives and experiences to solving the complex transportation challenges of today and tomorrow.

Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, GM is:

Over 180,000 people
Serving 6 continents
Across 23 time zones
Speaking 70 languages

At General Motors, innovation is our north star. As the first automotive company to mass-produce an affordable electric car, and the first to develop an electric starter and air bags, GM has always pushed the limits of engineering.

GM is the only company with a fully integrated solution to produce self-driving vehicles at scale.
We are committed to an all-electric future.
2.6 billion EV miles have been driven by drivers of five GM electrified models, including the Chevrolet Bolt EV.

Our future depends on responsible stewardship of the earth, and we continually seek creative and innovative solutions for the environment. Our policies and technologies promote a cleaner planet from supply chain to manufacturing to the vehicles we put on the road.

Across 14 recent new-vehicle launches, we’ve trimmed an average of 357 pounds per vehicle, saving 35 million gallons of gasoline and avoiding 312,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions per year.

Today, our vehicle manufacturing process has the lowest environmental footprint in our history, thanks to steady progress toward achieving our 2020 operational commitments to reduce energy, carbon, water and waste intensity.

We are General Motors. We transformed how the world moved through the last century. And we’re determined to do it again as we redefine mobility to serve our customers and shareholders and solve societal challenges.