Senior Researcher

General Motors

. Build bench plans in close collaboration with R&D project leads .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeWarren • Michigan • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing application-specific bench software and managing lab environments, with a strong foundation in software development using C, C++, Python, and Java. Proficient in designing experiments and analyzing results while collaborating effectively with R&D teams.

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Software Development with C, C++, Python, and JavaBench Settings ExperienceCommunication Systems and Network ProtocolsOS Environments: QNX and LinuxAlgorithm and Data Structure Development

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentC ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingC# ProgrammingPython ProgrammingJava ProgrammingAlgorithm DevelopmentData Structure DevelopmentBench Software DesignExperiment Design

Tools & Technologies

TCP/IP Protocol SuiteEthernetCANCAN-FDLINDiagnostic ProtocolsQuality of Service Guarantees

Industry Keywords

Research EngineerSoftware EngineerR&D CollaborationLab ManagementOperating System Concepts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaLinuxPythonTCP/IPC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build bench plans in close collaboration with R&D project leads
Plan, budget, and purchase required hardware, software, and tools
Design, develop, and test application-specific bench software
Build and instrument benches to enable experiments and measurements
Design and implement experiments, summarize results, and enable demonstrations to various audiences
Develop reusable strategies for bench components and software across multiple research projects
Oversee and manage the Architecture and Security team’s lab space

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Two (2) years of experience as a Research Engineer, Software Engineer, or related occupation
Two (2) years of experience developing software with C (and C++ / C#), and Python or Java
Two (2) years of experience in bench settings, developing entirely new code and maintaining existing code
Two (2) years of experience with communication systems and network protocols, including TCP/IP protocol suite, diagnostic protocols, quality of service guarantees, Ethernet, CAN or CAN-FD, or LIN
Two (2) years of experience with OS environments including QNX and Linux and a sound understanding of operating system concepts
Two (2) years of experience developing algorithms and data structures
Must be able to report to the local office
Applicants may be required to complete role-related assessments and/or pre-employment screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits supporting employee well-being at work and at home
Opportunities for career development
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities