Senior Software Engineer – Data Device Capture SDK

General Motors

. Design and evolve the DDC SDK public API surface, including abstraction boundaries, backward compatibility, and versioning .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeMarkham • CanadaSenior💰 CA$115,000 - CA$164,600 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in embedded software development, particularly in Android, Linux, and QNX environments, with a strong focus on API design, observability, and performance optimization. Proven ability to lead integration efforts, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards.

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Embedded Software DevelopmentC/C++ Coding ProficiencyAPI Design and MaintenanceObservability and Telemetry DesignCybersecurity Compliance

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Hard Skills

Embedded Software DevelopmentC/C++ Coding ProficiencyAPI DesignVersioning and Backward CompatibilityTelemetry DesignPerformance OptimizationUnit and Integration TestingConfiguration ManagementObservability ImplementationDefect Resolution

Soft Skills

Technical CommunicationDesign DocumentationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

OpenTelemetryAndroid AutomotiveLinuxQNXBuild SystemsConfiguration Management ToolsIntegration Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceEngineering Degree

Industry Keywords

Embedded SystemsSoftware DevelopmentCybersecurityData ProtectionFleet Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AndroidCyber SecurityLinuxC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and evolve the DDC SDK public API surface, including abstraction boundaries, backward compatibility, and versioning
Define and implement observability software across Android Automotive, Linux, and QNX
Develop platform wrappers, packaging, and build-system support across differing toolchains
Sustain the production library, triage and resolve defects, maintain features across platform releases, and manage deprecations
Build configuration retrieval, validation, arbitration, and persistence with last-known-good fallback
Extend remote configuration and governance controls for fleet-wide telemetry volume and data policy
Implement dependable data delivery under varying connectivity and resource conditions
Support vehicle-local data access such as USB-based retrieval
Implement runtime controls for observability data
Benchmark and tune footprint, CPU, and throughput on target hardware
Ensure cybersecurity and data-protection compliance for observability data
Partner with platform teams to scope requirements, unblock integration, and drive SDK adoption
Contribute to roadmap planning across platform releases
Lead code, design, and test case reviews; mentor engineers
Own unit and integration testing and validation on bench and vehicle
Shepherd changes through release and change-review governance
Produce integration guides, configuration references, design documents, and operational runbooks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
5+ years in embedded software development or systems engineering across Android, Linux, and/or QNX
Strong coding proficiency in modern C/C++
Track record of platform-level integration work
Experience designing and maintaining libraries, SDKs, or APIs consumed by other engineering teams
Experience with versioning and backward-compatibility decisions
Working knowledge of OpenTelemetry or comparable instrumentation frameworks
Experience designing telemetry for operational visibility and remote control at fleet scale
Experience developing production resource-constrained software, including CPU, memory, and throughput optimization on target hardware
Clear, concise technical communication and strong design documentation skills
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship; candidates must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave
Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits
Life insurance plans for you and your family
Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan
GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you and your family