Engineering Group Leader – Basic Software Development

General Motors

. Lead, coach, and develop a team of basic software engineers .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeMilford • Michigan • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading technical teams and driving the development of modular, maintainable basic software solutions within automotive or embedded software domains. Proficient in managing delivery strategies, ensuring product quality, and fostering a collaborative team culture.

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Embedded Software DevelopmentAUTOSAR-Based SystemsC or C++ ProgrammingTechnical Team LeadershipSoftware Platform Management

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Hard Skills

Embedded Software ArchitectureSoftware Platform LayeringBuild and Configuration ManagementLifecycle Management PracticesCybersecurityDiagnosticsMemory ServicesSafety StandardsRoot-Cause ResolutionData-Informed Decision Making

Soft Skills

Collaborative LeadershipInclusive Team CultureStrategic PrioritizationProblem SolvingAccountability

Tools & Technologies

HWIOMCALRTOSCommunication StacksAutomation ToolsEngineering Workflows

Industry Keywords

Automotive SoftwareEmbedded SystemsSoftware Defined VehicleCross-Portfolio Platform NeedsEngineering Efficiency Improvements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityRTOSC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, coach, and develop a team of basic software engineers
Build an inclusive, psychologically safe, high-performing team culture
Set team priorities and decision criteria across platform investments, product commitments, and support demands
Own delivery strategy, scope, and execution for assigned GM Basic Software areas
Define and evolve reusable basic software solutions across domains, programs, and generations
Drive technical direction for HWIO/MCAL/RTOS, communications, cybersecurity, diagnostics, memory/data services, programming/boot, RTE, safety, and system services
Ensure solutions are modular, maintainable, production-proven, and designed for reuse
Partner with portfolio, architecture, HWIO, integration, validation, and application teams
Assess platform and program needs, identify gaps, and shape delivery and ownership plans
Clarify interfaces and responsibilities across MSP, suppliers, and partner organizations
Balance strategic roadmap work with support for active portfolio initiatives and new builds
Ensure reliability, deterministic behavior, security, safety, and maintainability of BSW products
Drive verification, defect management, issue triage, root-cause resolution, quality gates, and technical reviews
Make data-informed tradeoff decisions on scope, risk, quality, and delivery timing
Improve development, configuration, automation, and release workflows
Increase reuse, standardization, and scalability across the MSP portfolio
Capture and scale best practices and contribute to long-term BSW strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related technical field
Typically 8+ years of professional experience in automotive or embedded software development, preferably in platform, infrastructure, or basic software domains
Experience with AUTOSAR-based systems and foundational ECU software, including drivers, communication stacks, diagnostics, boot/programming, memory, safety, cybersecurity, or system services
Experience leading technical teams, including a prior people-lead role, technical lead role, or equivalent leadership of cross-functional software efforts
Ability to set direction, prioritize work, and deliver on commitments
Strong understanding of embedded software architecture, software platform layering, and hardware abstraction concepts
Experience with build, configuration, release, and lifecycle management practices for reusable platform software
Proficiency in at least one systems-level programming language such as C or C++
Familiarity with scripting/automation languages used in engineering workflows
Ability to analyze complex technical issues, work across organizational boundaries, and resolve blockers with sound judgment
Ownership mindset and accountability for product quality, technical direction, and delivery outcomes
Comfort operating in complex, ambiguous environments and making decisions with imperfect information
Collaborative and inclusive leadership approach
Preferred: Master’s degree in a related field
Preferred: Prior experience as an EGL, SWIM, or equivalent line manager in a complex multi-team software organization
Preferred: Experience within a Software Defined Vehicle or similar large-scale platform environment
Preferred: Hands-on experience with AUTOSAR BSW domains
Preferred: Experience supporting cross-portfolio platform needs
Preferred: Track record of driving automation, standardization, and engineering efficiency improvements
Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future, including H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, or other immigration support
Must successfully complete any applicable role-related assessment and/or pre-employment screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company vehicle evaluation program: eligible participants are assigned a General Motors vehicle to drive and evaluate after successful motor vehicle report review
Relocation benefits for candidates who qualify under company policy
Benefits supporting employee well-being at work and at home
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities