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Senior Backend Software Engineer, Commercial Software & Services

GMSunnyvale, California

$153,200 - $269,100 / year

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$153,200-$269,100/year
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

Job Description

At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features. Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale.

The Role

In thisSeniorBackend Software Engineer role, you will lead and develophigh performancebackend services and systems for GM Commercial Services' new software solution. This roleprovidesa unique opportunity where you will be working acrossall ofthe GM Commercial Services softwareproducts, andtruly steering the future of GM Commercial Services’ system architecture, APIs, products, and customers. We are an innovation first team, and we need your help to ensure we meet the highest standards. Come join usandlet’sinnovate! 

What You'll Do

  • Provide technical leadership in designing and building the flagship GM Commercial Services Software.

  • Develop a deep understanding of GM Commercial Services' business strategy and goals. You will be one of our key leaders expected toidentifyand solve our highest impact,highly complexproblems.

  • See the big picture andidentifyinefficiencies and opportunities for meaningful improvements across the entire organization. Drive alignment on how to tackle these andleadthe delivery of high leverage solutions for them to have the widest impact.

  • Raise the bar to make GM Commercial Service engineering truly best-in-class by improving best practices, producing exemplary code, documentation, automatedtestsand thorough and precise monitoring.

  • Build and launch new products that bring significant value to internal and external customers

  • Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization including dependency engineering teams, product, design,infrastructureand operations

  • Mentor junior and experienced engineers in their technical career to help them grow

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • 5+years experiencein successfully designing and building large engineering projects, including successfulproductionizationof highly scalable,reliableand performant systems

  • Extensive experience in architecture and design (architecture, design patterns,reliabilityand scaling) of new and existing systems.

  • Extensive experience in Java / Kotlinor Python

  • Experience working with SQL and NoSQL databases

  • Experience with at least one of the public cloudprovidersAzure, AWS, GCP.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in an agile development environment.

  • Excellentwritten andverbal communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

  • Knowledge of software design patterns, OO, data structures, and algorithms.

  • A passion for stayingup-to-datewith the latest industry trends and technologies.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Strong product focus and acumen.

  • Experience with project management, ensuring on-time team deliverable with high quality.

  • Experience with Databricks.

  • Experience with React and modern JavaScript libraries as well as HTML and CSS.

Compensation: The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position, as well as geography of the selected candidate.

  • The salary range for this role is $153,200 - $269,100. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this 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:

  • 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 mor

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 Motors team.

Benefits Overview

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.

Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.

All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. 

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.

Accommodations

General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, emailus or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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FAQs About Senior Backend Software Engineer, Commercial Software & Services Jobs at GM

What is the work location for this position at GM?
This job at GM is located in Sunnyvale, California, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at GM?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $153,200 and $269,100 per year.
What employment applies to this position at GM?
GM lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at GM?
GM is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by GM for this role?
GM offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, Tuition/Education Assistance, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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