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General Motors

Senior Software Developer

Hybrid

Markham, Canada

Senior

Full Time

04-12-2025

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Skills

Communication Leadership Python C/C++ Matlab CI/CD Test Scrum Architecture Linux Software Development Agile C++ CI/CD Pipelines

Job Specifications

Job Description

Work Arrangement: Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham or Oshawa office three times per week, at minimum.

The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Software Developer to join our Diagnostic Software team in the Autonomous Vehicle Integrity Platform department. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying diagnostic software applications using sound, industry standard methodologies. You will work with hands-on writing software or solutions, based on detailed requirements and system specifications. Additionally, you will work with development activities that will include updating existing software and/or developing new software solutions to address a specific need or solve a particular business problem. You will contribute to all development activities in accordance with appropriate methodologies and application of a repeatable, systematic, and quantifiable approach to the development process. You will develop your skill further by working closely with more senior developers to ensure code alignment with design patterns and frameworks.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

Own and develop diagnostic software solutions as part of a larger team; leading and participating in future development
Collaborate with Diagnostic Architecture Engineers in defining requirements, and design reviews to drive software (C/C++) solutions
Lead and participate in software design, code, and low-level test case reviews
Conduct software verification (unit testing, simulation, and in-vehicle as needed)
Provide clear and complete documentation per the software development process
Collaborate with team members through Scrum/Agile. Utilize agile software development methodologies including continuous integration and continuous deployment.
Take ownership of each project, make design and implementation decisions autonomously, and mentor more junior members
Be an integral part of a new and energetic team
Average travel requirements of 2-3 weeks a year, including travel to the US

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
6+ years of hands-on experience in designing and developing in C++ complying with coding standards and best practices
Expert in object-oriented software development, algorithms, and data structures
Experience working with large code bases, developing entirely new code and maintaining existing code
Development knowledge in another language (e.g. C/Python/Matlab)
Experience providing guidance, leadership, and mentoring team members
Ability to investigate issues based on limited information. Demonstrated high level of analytical ability to resolve complex problems
Creative, disciplined, strong sense of responsibility, delivery and schedule commitment
Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills
Must be legally allowed to work in Canada and be able to travel to the US
Must have a valid Canadian driver’s license

What Can Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related.
Understanding of major automotive vehicle systems such as Advanced Driver-Assistance (ADAS), Motion Control, Automotive Network, and Powertrain
Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools
Experience in embedded software development on System-on-Chips (SoCs)
Exposure to Automotive Platforms (Ethernet/CAN/LIN, AUTOSAR, Safe Linux)
Exposure to sensors – cameras, radars, LiDARs
Exposure to GPU computing
Experience developing automotive diagnostic systems (OBDII) and functional safety control systems (ISO26262)

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.

Benefits Overview

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;
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, your family and friends.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Mo

About the Company

General Motors' vision is to create a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion, and we have committed ourselves to leading the way toward this future. 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, whe... Know more