General Motors Hiring for Systems Capability Specialist – Software Defined Vehicle at Markham, ON Full Time

The Job posting will close on 7th December 2021 @ 11:59 PM

This is a remote position, the selected candidate can reside and perform the work from anywhere within Ontario, Canada.

Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) group is responsible for the definition, design, and development of General Motors’ continuously improving mobility services. SDV is the new vehicle intelligence platform that will underpin all our future innovations across a wide range of technological advancements, including EVs and expanded automated driving. This means that you can potentially put a fingerprint on the vehicles that drive down the road! This space is ripe with technical leadership opportunities for advanced technology development, as well as the ability to provide mentorship for new employees. You can flex your teamwork muscles as you will be tasked with working with several other areas of engineering, IT, and the business.

The Systems Capability Speci will lead the architecture and requirements development for systems related to the next-generation of Connected Vehicle, Automated Driving (L2+) and Autonomous (L4) technologies being developed at GM. They will develop deep knowledge related to their system and be considered the technical expert for system design and performance. The utilization of ‘systems level thinking’ will be key in this role. We are looking for a highly energetic and creative thinker who is addicted to an attention to detail. We are looking for someone who can work with a high-performance team to manage the technology and process to ensure timely delivery of their modules. If you love the idea of shared accountability and have a passion for changing the world we are looking for you! Come and join the team that is shaping the landscape in the automotive industry.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead all aspects of systems development such as requirements definition, analysis and development of their applicable system

System Technical Specification development along with FMEA

Implement new feature and functions, perform hands-on testing and issue triage, support development of necessary tools and perform performance analysis as needed.

Support Tier 1 & 2 development of these technologies into GM products

Build mechanization drawing with assistance from architecture team

Create and maintain applicable system/subsystem/component software specifications in IBM DOORS / DOORS Next Generation (DNG)

Lead/participate in software peer reviews to ensure compliance to requirements

Provide technical leadership for sophisticated technology development

Collaborate with other System Engineers and specialists to define and negotiate key functional and performance requirements

Root cause all applicable system related issues during testing and validation

Ensure work is completed as per the milestones with excellence

Responsible for compliance with GM processes and safety procedures

Represent the team globally as a key partner to the product

Support and/or lead activities for customer outreach and education in these technologies and their respective use cases

Cumulative travel requirements of 2 to 6 weeks a year are typical, primarily to Michigan and other locations in the US

Additional Job Description

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related technical degree

Minimum of 5 years of experience with automotive or similar electronic modules and/or systems engineering

Proficiency in writing and comprehending software and hardware requirements and interfaces

Experience with requirement management tools such as DOORS, DNG, JAMA etc.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

High level of oral and written communication skills and basic project management skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with colleagues local and at remote sites

Comfortable with ambiguity and has a passion to shape the future

Strong technical leadership skills and able to work in a highly collaborative environment

Creative, disciplined, strong sense of responsibility, delivery and schedule commitment

Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree

Understanding of major automotive vehicle systems such as Advanced Driver-Assistance (ADAS), Motion Control, Automotive Network, and Powertrain

Experience in performing system and component level DFMEAs

DFSS Black belt certification

Design/Development of safety critical systems/components (ISO26262)

Experience in automotive product release and specification process

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We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

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