Senior Backend Software Engineer – Commercial Software

General Motors

. Lead and develop high-performance backend services and systems for GM Commercial Software .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $153,200 - $269,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend software development, focusing on building scalable and reliable distributed systems using JVM languages such as Java, Scala, or Kotlin with SpringBoot. Strong understanding of system architecture, databases, and engineering standards is essential for delivering high-quality products and mentoring junior engineers.

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Backend Software DevelopmentService-Oriented ArchitectureJava, Scala, Kotlin, SpringBootNoSQL and Relational DatabasesStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Backend Software DevelopmentService-Oriented ArchitectureJavaScalaKotlinSpringBootNoSQL DatabasesRelational DatabasesObject-Oriented ConceptsData Structures

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCollaborative MindsetMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

BS in Computer ScienceMS in Computer SciencePhD in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

High-Performance ServicesScalable SystemsEngineering StandardsTechnical DiscussionsSystem Architecture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed SystemsJavaKotlinNoSQLScalaSpring BootSpringBoot

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop high-performance backend services and systems for GM Commercial Software
Design, build, and maintain scalable, reliable, and performant services and systems
Build and launch new capabilities and products that deliver value to internal and external customers
Uphold engineering standards and improve quality and engineering efficiency across codebases
Collaborate with product, design, and engineering stakeholders across the organization
Mentor engineers earlier in their technical careers
Explore new technologies and enrich the technology stack
Participate actively in technical discussions and architectural deep dives
Help shape GM Commercial Software’s system architecture, APIs, products, and customer experiences

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of hands-on backend software development
Experience building production-quality, highly performant and scalable distributed systems and Service-Oriented architecture
Experience with one of the JVM languages: Java, Scala, or Kotlin, plus SpringBoot
Experience writing high-quality production code that is thoroughly tested, clearly documented, and appropriately observable in production
Strong computer science fundamentals, including object-oriented concepts, data structures, algorithms, and systems architecture
Solid understanding and experience with NoSQL and relational databases
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science/Engineering preferred
Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
Must be able to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week, or at another frequency dictated by the manager

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement savings plan
Sickness and accident benefits
Life insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
Tuition assistance programs
Employee assistance program
GM vehicle discounts
Bonus potential based on company, job level, and individual performance
Relocation benefits for qualifying candidates
Hybrid work arrangement