Manager, Software SRE - Connectivity

GM•Warren, MI

59d•Hybrid

About The Position

Connectivity Software Engineer SRE is responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, scalability, and performance of software systems. This includes both software deployed to customers in the field and software still in development. As Quality SREs we work with the cross-functional connectivity software teams to deliverer the best possible connected experience to bring delight to our customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background leading highly technical teams in testing quality software solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or other related software subject area, or work equivalent work experience.
8+ years of relevant engineering experience.
5+ years of experience managing a team.
Exposure to module development process, product development, execution, systems engineering, systems integration, or validation.
Experience that demonstrates strong technical leadership - able to comprehend complex systems and explain these systems to others.
Creativity and initiative as well as a high level of independent judgment.
Demonstrated ability to lead projects and make strategic decisions impacting business and technology.
Working knowledge of software testing and automation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in GM production SW development/testing process and Issue tracking systems.
Proficiency in vehicle data communication systems (i.e. CAN, ETHERNET).
Familiarity with connectivity - Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS, Cellular, CAN, V2x simulators and relevant test devices.
Understanding of networking and software development in distributed systems
Connectivity experience (i.e. Telematics, Infotainment, Modules.), vehicle diagnostics

Responsibilities

Provide technical and organizational leadership , mentor engineers, and foster a culture of innovation and excellence.
Collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders is essential to deliver delightful, quality solutions that enhance our platform’s capabilities and business outcomes.
Leads, guides and directs a large group of technical employees responsible for connectivity quality and to ensure the reliability, scalability, and performance of connectivity software systems
Leading simultaneous TCP and CHM software quality efforts and supporting multiple sw development teams through sw quality improvements
Actively monitor the performance and availability of connectivity software systems across validation, multiple programs, integration and other test areas lead the team through initial incident root cause analysis on the software with engineers and implement proactive measures to prevent future incidents.
Removing many programs launch blockers
Continuously identifying opportunities for process improvement, implementing best practices, and driving initiatives to enhance the reliability and performance of software systems
Collaborate with leaders across software and services to drive the best quality solutions
Instill software reliability best practice through automation, data insights, and observability
Identifies & leads staffing initiatives for work team.
Conducts regularly scheduled Group Meetings, Communicates GM Policies & Procedures, Leadership and Safety Messages.
Creates and communicates vision & strategies specific to functional responsibilities. This includes preparing and giving presentations.
Insures employees complete all mandatory GM training and any specific training related to functional responsibility.
Understands & supports employee's career development goals.
Develops and executes initiatives to improve work team capability and increase work team capacity.
Reviews deliverables and provides candid & constructive feedback.
Conducts performance interventions when necessary.
Formally & informally recognizes employee's contributions.
Provides timely and consistent feedback to direct employee's as appropriate.
Participates in compensation planning and administers compensation treatment.
Observes and steps up to remove roadblocks and resolve potential issues.