Lead Manufacturing Software Application Developer (MSAD) – Global Manufacturing Electrical & SDV

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

Global Manufacturing Electrical & SDV is looking for innovators who are passionate about tackling meaningful work that will shape the future of the automotive industry. While there will be long days, tough moments, and challenges that push you to grow, you’ll find purpose in your work, flexibility to prioritize your family, and the support of a people-first culture. If you’re ready to grow, thrive, and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

WHY: The purpose of this role is to develop and maintain software applications for GM Manufacturing sites, ensuring that vehicles are built and verified correctly across all assembly plants globally. This role involves close collaboration with IT professionals, product engineering teams, electrical hardware engineers, and plant staff to develop innovative solutions that verify and validate electrical systems according to global standards. By working together, these teams enhance all electrical testing processes, empowering operators to efficiently build vehicles, quickly resolve build issues, and consistently achieve first-time electrical quality goals.

WHAT: As a Lead MSAD, you will develop, validate, and maintain application software for GM Manufacturing tools and processes.
 

HOW: Supporting the plants to make it happen for our customers.
 

The successful candidate is expected to report to the Warren Tech Center on a full-time basis. This role requires up to 10% domestic and international travel.
 

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities):

• Design, develop and validate applications for all stages of electrical testing from fluid fill stations to full vehicle End-of-Line Testing

• Code, maintain, and debug applications using various programming languages.

• Lead and coach junior developers through technical hurdles, promoting growth

• Be flexible, quickly supporting multiple different large scale projects on the fly.

• Debug and root cause issues with vehicle electronic control units affecting testing applications using CAN (ISO15765), UDS (ISO14229), and DoIP (ISO13400) serial data protocols.

• Perform application validation on System Benches, development hardware & vehicles

• Work with IT teams to ensure seamless integration between business applications and IT infrastructure.

• Support team members in system verification process, testing and validation of tools and systems that Manufacturing Software is running on.

• Foster a forward-thinking work culture that embraces change and navigates future organizational and industry challenges.

• Build and nurture strategic relationships across various functions including software, manufacturing, and program management to synergize efforts towards future innovations.

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Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Advanced experience in software development (preferably 10+ years).

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

• Advanced programming skills with C, C++, C#, and/or Java languages

• Firmware development experience

• Outstanding Software debugging and troubleshooting experience.

• Ability to read and understand CAN (ISO15765), UDS (ISO14229), and/or DoIP (ISO13400) serial data protocols.

• Knowledge