Job Description
The Role
Are you searching for a unique position that we will not only work hands-on writing software or solutions but will drive the underlying design and architecture supporting those solutions? This exciting opportunity will give to all development activities that align with appropriate methodologies and application of a repeatable, systematic and quantifiable approach to the development process. We are looking to staff our team with engineers to build GM’s new design system!
What You’ll Do
- You will advise software developers and will approve the software being developed and deployed in their domain
- Full lifecycle System development using standard design patterns/frameworks.
- Full lifecycle System development using standard design patterns/frameworks.
You will experience designing software or solution architecture in accordance with GM standards and industry standard methodologies - Work on a critical new business initiative led by design
- Direct responsibility for or will work closely with architects and/or data scientists to ensure code alignment with design
- Performance tuning, usability assessment/improvement, automation technologies
- Proactively engage in the identification / remediation of software issues related to code or solutions quality, security, and/or pattern/frameworks and software usability or end user related issues
- Provides mentorship, coaching and/or training to others as appropriate. Holds themselves and others accountable for demonstrating GMs values and cultural behaviors. Models GM behaviors and crafts a winning culture.
- Understand and maintain compliance with GM standard methodology
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- 7+ years of equivalent experience
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Broad software project delivery experience in leading technical efforts developing applications using a variety of tools, languages, frameworks and technologies
- Mastery of numerous programming languages, tools and/or technologies
- Experience designing Integration Solutions or Integrate software with existing software/systems
- Automation of units/end-to-end testing of software systems within their domain, focused on software quality and maintainability
- Knowledge of maintaining and debugging live software systems. Proactively engage in the remediation of software issues related to code or solutions quality, security, and/or pattern/frameworks and software usability or end user related issues
- Technical writing knowledge around system design specification and user documentation of software systems and ensure compliance
- Proficient in CSS: Expertise in building responsive, adaptive, and visually appealing layouts.
- Vanilla JavaScript: Strong understanding and hands-on experience with core JavaScript concepts, including DOM manipulation, ES6+ features, and event handling.
- Front-End Frameworks: Familiarity with modern front-end frameworks/libraries (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) for scalable application design.
- Responsive Design: Experience in creating mobile-first designs and handling various screen sizes.
- Version Control: Proficiency with Git for code management and collaboration.
- Browser Tools: Familiarity with debugging and optimizing performance using browser developer tools.
- Strong communication skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and willingness to learn
Additional Job Description
What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)
- Experience working on high-profile or enterprise-scale projects.
- Knowledge of UX/UI design principles and the ability to collaborate closely with design teams.
- Familiarity with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and best practices for inclusive web design.
- Experience integrating front-end with RESTful APIs.
- Understanding of SEO principles and front-end optimization techniques.
This role is based remotely but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Atlanta, Austin, Detroit, Warren, Milford or Mountain View, you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum.
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
A company vehicle will be provided for this role with successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report review.
Compensation:
- The expected base compensation for this role is: $165,000- $2298,800. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
- Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
- Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.
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About GM
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Why Join Us
We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. 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. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statements
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