Sr. Software Design Release Engineer

Overview Sr. Software Design Release Engineer (Sr SW DRE) role at General Motors. The Senior Software Design Release Engineer will own software as it impacts the customer and serve as the single point contact between GM, in-house teams and the supplier, including technical debugging and calibration/integration testing/releasing. This role requires a balanced mix of technical engineering and leadership, with responsibility for program delivery and communication across leadership levels. What You’ll Do Deliver a fully integrated software and calibration package that is on-time and of high quality for one or more vehicle programs under development Investigate and resolve software & calibration related issues, provide technical expertise, track software readiness, and communicate readiness and validation testing status to key stakeholders including program management and leadership Lead end-to-end software development processes during sourcing (as applicable), Product Development Team (PDT) and engineering review meetings, problem resolution during vehicle development, and drive continuous improvement opportunities to reduce controller warranty Support and engage with stakeholders such as Suppliers, Product Management, Program management, Vehicle Program teams, Purchasing, and/or Plants Support engineering change management activities (eMerge, PCEs, ECM, CNs) and release of software datafiles for development, production, and service life of the program Train, coach, and mentor other team members Occasional domestic travel (about 10%) to vehicle assembly plants, supplier vendors, and other sites as required Support software integration and implementation, design review meetings, software/calibration releases, testing, and collaboration with requirement teams Required Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering Minimum 5+ years of Automotive Engineering experience, and minimum 3+ years of direct software design release experience, managing software release cadences, requirements, and test plans Electrical ECU hardware development and debugging experience Proficiency in initiative, results-oriented problem solving, complex issue analysis, ambiguity handling, planning, organizing, project management, collaboration, teamwork, critical thinking, and leading meetings Vehicle Spy knowledge and experience in debugging/testing, using NeoVi devices, diagnosing DTCs Ability to comprehend software design, system/subsystem requirements, and vehicle system architecture Capability to provide component-specific direction to new engineers and supplier resident engineers Proficient knowledge of software verification/validation processes Must be legally able to operate a motor vehicle DFMEA experience Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in an engineering field Vehicle Access experience (bonus: Digital Key or seating controls experience) Strong software knowledge in design, development/architecture 3+ years of SW DRE experience 3+ years in controller integration Experience in the GM product release and specification process Experience with customer interface technologies Knowledge of vehicle serial data communications and diagnostics Knowledge of domain systems (brakes, steering, body, suspension, driveline) Knowledge of OBD II and Functional Safety for Road Vehicles (ASIL) DFSS Black Belt Certified Note: This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Applicants needing GM immigration sponsorship should not apply. About GM Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion. We strive to lead the change that makes our world better, safer and more equitable for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr