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

In recent years, GM Information Technology has successfully executed the largest IT transformation in the history of the automotive industry, fully insourcing what once was a nearly completely outsourced IT function. Today GM IT is a dynamic and fast paced organization that designs, develops and maintains all IT infrastructure, applications and solutions enabling GMs global operations. From designing and building the next generation of electric and other vehicles to developing a world-class GM experience for our dealers and customers, GM IT is driving real change in the most iconic automaker on the planet. Our team delivers unique enterprise-wide IT solutions in cutting-edge technologies such as mobility, telematics, mission-critical business systems, supercomputing, cloud, vehicle engineering and real-time computing. We offer challenging positions for passionate professionals looking to advance their careers and be a part of an IT organization focused on innovation, speed and business value.

About the Job:

As a UI/UX Developer within General Motors; you will be responsible for leading a development team and ensuring that software is designed and developed using sound, repeatable, industry standard methodologies. You will work in a technical management role as well as perform hands-on planning, architecture, and design as required. Additionally, you will provide oversight to development activities to ensure the highest utilization of resources toward delivery of world-class capabilities aligned with GM corporate and business direction. This position will enable you to advise, coach/mentor development teams and will review the software being developed to insure the highest standards. Part of your goals will be to be excellent in code quality, performance, stability, security and general delivery to requirements and project timing. You must be comfortable leading highly technical teams through the software development lifecycle (SDLC) utilizing industry standard/best practice for software development approaches to be successful in this position.

Core Responsibilities:

* Leads teams developing applications using a variety of tools, languages, frameworks and technologies

* Leads concurrent projects and/or initiatives within GM

* Ability to handle issue resolution and remove roadblocks by navigating complex corporate environments and processes

* Understands UI / UX design and solution delivery

* Oversees integration efforts of software or solutions with existing software/systems

* Understands UI code quality analysis results and remediation mechanisms

* Provides advice and technical support for various projects within their domain

* Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills

* Possess technical writing knowledge around system design specification and user documentation of software systems

* Understands and maintains compliance with GM standards and industry standard methodology

* Provides career guidance and mentoring of software developers.

* Assures that team adheres to all GM Resource Requirements such as Timekeeping, Project Management and Training

* Assists with identifying/selecting the best talent

* Responsible for directing work, managing performance and providing guidance / coaching to team members

* Leads the culture within their team, holds themselves and others accountable for demonstrating GMs values and cultural behaviors

* Models GM behaviors and creates a winning culture

Additional Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

* Bachelors degree or equivalent

* 7 years of experience as a Software Developer, specializing in UI / UX design and solution delivery

* Experience working directly with Business Subject Matter Experts and Business Analysts in a fast-paced development environment

* Demonstrable understanding of visual and user experience design disciplines and principles

* Familiarity with User Interface Design concepts and best practices, knowledge of common UI patterns

* Experience with CSS/Sass/LESS including concepts like flexbox, grid systems, responsive design, CSS Grid, mobile-first

* Experience with frameworks like Bootstrap and Material UI

* Experience with Angular and/or React

* Proficient Excel skills, especially with pivot tables, charts, and graphical data representation

* Proven ability to collaborate and build strong partnerships

* Proven ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously with the ability to set own priorities

* Strong analytical and problem solving skills; must be able to analyze large data sets and system's logic to identify areas of improvement and recommend solutions

* Effective at working independently and with large cross-functional teams with little formal guidance

* Excellent self-starter who possesses extraordinary time management skills and has great attention to detail

* Skillful at taking the initiative to investigate and resolve complex setup and systems logic issues

* Effective at leading demonstrations for business partners after development has been completed in a sprint

* Experience with Agile, Scrum, or Iterative development and project methodologies

* Excellent communication skills, expected to participate in User Story Review meetings with business partners and developers

* Willingness to mentor junior developers and enforce consistency in UI design

Preferred Qualifications:

* Extensive knowledge of the Siebel Automotive/Dealer applications, including globalization, localization, multi-org

* Knowledge of Microsoft CRM Dynamics applications

* Knowledge of Oracle Knowledge applications

* Solid project management skills, including the ability to work with a PM or Scrum Master to establish project plans, track open issues, communicate project updates and manage project deadlines independently

* Excellent negotiation, facilitation and listening skills

* Experience with working with User Experience team to design UI applications

* Experience with supporting various testing methodologies, including automated testing

* Strong process knowledge of CRM business operations, especially related to Contact Center or GM Field Representative needs

* Strong knowledge and use of ADO/TFS for requirement documentation

* Experience creating wireframes/mockups with tools like Balsamiq

*Work location flexible - open to candidates in Austin, Arizona, and Georgia

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.