Staff Software Engineer – Brake Controls Test Architect

General Motors • Milford, MI

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Test Architect position in the Brake Controls team will design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive testing strategy for software projects covering all aspects of the testing pyramid, and champion built-in quality initiatives/methodologies such as shift left, automation, BDD, TDD, etc. The Brake Controls organization owns GM’s brake controls product with end-to-end responsibility for brake software, controls, calibration, deployment, and system performance in support of GM’s embedded controls mission. GM’s inhouse brake software & controls development is also referred to as IBAC.

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical/Electrical/Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Equivalent
• Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area required with minimum 7 years of experience
• Proficient with Built-In Quality initiatives/methodologies such as shift left, automation, BDD, TDD, etc.
• Proficient in Python programming language
• Proficient in test automation framework (Autobot, Autoval, etc.)
• Proficient with GM’s simulation environment (CoSIM/GMSIM)
• Experience with GitHub, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Jira and other configuration management, version control and code quality tools
• Working knowledge of embedded software development using C/Matlab/Simulink and associated tools (Jira, DNG, Rhapsody, GIT etc.)
• High level of oral and written communication skills
• High level of interpersonal skills to work independently and effectively with others
• Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals required
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and work autonomously
• Valid US Driver License

Nice To Haves

• MS in Electrical/Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Equivalent
• Experience with vehicle and bench validation at component, subsystem, or system level
• Experience with data logging tools (Vehicle Spy, CANALYZER Tools etc.)
• Quick to learn, ambitious, and willing to work hands-on with GM's vehicles and benches.
• Agile development framework knowledge/experience

Responsibilities

• Create, own, and maintain a comprehensive testing strategy for Brake software covering all aspects of the testing pyramid and aligned to vehicle program milestones and organizational strategies
• Work with developers, test engineers, architects, and other stakeholders to ensure the testing strategy is implemented throughout the software development lifecycle
• Ensure alignment with internal and external Process Compliance (CPoE, Global Validation, ISO26262, ISO9000)
• Champion cross-functional flow improvement with Systems Engineering, System Safety, Global Validation, Calibration
• Utilize deep understanding of simulation/automation tools (Cosim, Autobot, etc.) to create or support creation of automated tests cases
• Utilize deep understanding of simulation/automation tools and systems knowledge to support/train other IBAC engineers
• Analyze, review results and support documentation of test failures via PRTS, Jira etc.
• Lead IBAC test issue resolution initiatives as discovered
• Author validation reports (CG190 etc.) as needed
• Stay abreast of the current industry trends and define GM direction
• Communicate vision, roadmap, status, and improvement opportunities to the senior management.
• Lead best practice and process improvement initiatives among software community
• Support regulatory and compliance relevant activities for IBAC software features
• Performs as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Built-in quality, Solution Compliance, and Continuous Delivery principles.
• Actively participates in hiring, development of technical questionnaires, resume reviews, and interviewing
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Foster the adoption and growth of AI in the testing domain through familiarity with the use of Agents

Benefits

• Company Vehicle: Upon successful completion of a motor vehicle report review, you will be eligible to participate in a company vehicle evaluation program, through which you will be assigned a General Motors vehicle to drive and evaluate. Note: program participants are required to purchase/lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless one of a limited number of exceptions applies.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior