General Motors

Join us on our journey toward a world with zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion.

Staff Software Engineer, Mapping

Full TimeRemoteTeam 10,001+Since 1908H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

3 days ago

Salary

$185.1K - $335.3K / year

Bachelor Degree9 yrs expEnglishAirflowAWSAzureC++DockerGCPKubernetesLinuxPythonType Script

Job Description

We're on a mission to build the world's most advanced self-driving vehicles to safely connect people to the places, things, and experiences they care about. At GM's Autonomous Vehicle (AV) organization, we're combining cutting-edge research, robust engineering, and large-scale systems to make this future a reality. Our team is developing national-scale, next-generation mapping systems from the ground up-combining robust backend infrastructure with intuitive, performant user interfaces. Architect and implement scalable, reliable, distributed backend systems to support national-scale mapping. Design and evolve data pipelines and microservices for map ingestion, transformation, storage, and release. Own end-to-end delivery of high-impact projects, including defining milestones, aligning stakeholders, and mentoring ICs across functions. Collaborate cross-functionally with Localization, Perception, Simulation, and Offboard teams to define data contracts and ensure system interoperability. Drive technical excellence by conducting system-level design reviews, mentoring engineers, and setting the standard for code quality, testing, and documentation. Diagnose and resolve large-scale system issues across services, data pipelines, and production environments. Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in distributed system design, performance optimization, and backend architecture within Mapping and potentially across GM AV. Help shape technical roadmaps and hiring plans for growing distributed systems expertise across the org. 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. From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.

Job Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, and operating scalable distributed systems in production.
  • Bachelors degree in related field or relevant work experience
  • Strong proficiency in Python (optional C++, TypeScript), and system-level programming fundamentals.
  • Deep understanding of databases, caching, data modeling, and service-oriented architecture (SOA).
  • Proven experience building and deploying distributed systems on major cloud platforms such as Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure.
  • Experience with data orchestration pipelines and ETL mechanisms (eg. airflow)
  • BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional technical initiatives, influencing architectural decisions across teams, and mentoring senior engineers.
  • Experience with mapping, geospatial data, or robotics systems (e.g., Localization, Perception).
  • Familiarity with autonomous vehicle software stack, including the map-data lifecycle and software safety standards.
  • Experience in CI/CD pipeline design, large-scale deployment strategies, or cloud-native architecture.
  • Proficiency with Linux systems, container orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), and distributed logging/metrics systems.
  • Knowledge of machine learning data pipelines or HD map labeling infrastructure.

Benefits

  • 401(K), 401(K) matching, Adoption Assistance, Childcare benefits, Company-sponsored outings, Company sponsored family events, Continuing education stipend, Customized development tracks, Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff, Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Diversity manifesto, Documented equal pay policy, Volunteer in local community, Employee stock purchase plan, Family medical leave, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Flexible work schedule, Generous parental leave, Generous PTO, Company-sponsored happy hours, Health insurance, Job training & conferences, Open door policy, Life insurance, Charitable contribution matching, Mean gender pay gap below 10%, Mentorship program, Paid volunteer time, Online course subscriptions available, Onsite gym, Open office floor plan, Paid holidays, Paid industry certifications, Paid sick days, Onsite office parking, Partners with nonprofits, Performance bonus, Promote from within, Recreational clubs, Lunch and learns, Relocation assistance, Remote work program, Return-to-work program post parental leave, Team based strategic planning, OKR operational model, Team workouts, Continuing education available during work hours, Tuition reimbursement, Mandated unconscious bias training, Vision insurance, Wellness programs, Mental health benefits, Diversity employee resource groups, Hiring practices that promote diversity, Fertility benefits, Employee resource groups, Employee-led culture committees, Quarterly engagement surveys, Hybrid work model, Pay transparency, Transgender health care benefits, Personal development training, Flexible time off, Floating holidays, Company-wide vacation

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