Senior Software Engineer – High Voltage Electrification

General Motors

. Develop and deliver high-quality embedded controls software for high-voltage contactors and battery-pack energy management .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeMilford • Michigan • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing embedded controls software for high-voltage systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations. Proficient in applying software design principles, testing methodologies, and automotive communication protocols to deliver high-quality solutions.

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Embedded Controls Software DevelopmentAutomotive Safety Experience (ISO26262)C/C++ Programming ProficiencyAgile Scrum LeadershipCI/CD Pipeline Integration

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Hard Skills

Embedded Software DevelopmentDiagnostics StrategiesControl Systems DesignSoftware Verification and ValidationSiL and HiL Testing FrameworksAuto Code GenerationPython ScriptingBootloader DevelopmentAUTOSAR StandardsSoftware Architecture

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

JIRAMatlab SimulinkDevOps PracticesAutomated Test ToolsAgile Framework

Industry Keywords

High Voltage Battery SystemsMISRA GuidelinesCAN ProtocolLIN ProtocolARXMLEthernet Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and deliver high-quality embedded controls software for high-voltage contactors and battery-pack energy management
Ensure compliance with safety requirements, government regulations, and GM-internal policies including MISRA guidelines
Apply software design principles, design patterns, supervisory controls architecture, and hardware abstractions
Design, develop, and implement physics and controls requirements
Improve mechatronic controls software, diagnostics strategies, and controller communication
Maintain understanding of Ethernet standards and automotive communication protocols including CAN, LIN, and ARXML
Test and demonstrate software functionality and readiness across controller, system, and vehicle levels
Document design requirements and link them to test cases for traceability
Use automated test tools in build environments, test benches, and vehicles
Lead and guide Agile Scrum team members
Coordinate with Systems & Safety, Validation, Electrical Architecture, SDV, Calibration, and Vehicle Performance departments
Apply BDD/TDD methodologies and promote software built-in quality
Use SDV and SOA principles to create optimized, modular software solutions
Use CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for development, testing, and deployment
Develop AI-driven diagnostics and predictive analytics for fault detection, prognostics, and anomaly detection

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Engineering – Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or BS in Computer Science
Minimum 5 years of experience with proven technical and professional skills in embedded controls software for High Voltage Battery Systems
Automotive Safety experience (ISO26262)
Strong background in system design, diagnostics strategies, and control systems for embedded software applications
Hands-on experience in SiL, HiL, and Vehicle-Level testing frameworks
Proficiency in C/C++ programming
Deep understanding of diagnostics strategies, software verification, and validation methodologies
Knowledge of virtual testing, DevOps, and CI/CD pipeline integration
Experience with JIRA and Scaled Agile Framework
MS in Engineering or Computer Science preferred
8 years of experience preferred
Experience with C, C++, Matlab Simulink, Auto Code Generation, and Python scripting preferred
Experience with bootloader, embedded operating systems, controller communication or diagnostics, and complex device drivers
Working experience in AUTOSAR standards and methodology
Familiarity with MISRA guidelines
Knowledge and experience with CAN, LIN, ARXML, or Ethernet communications protocols
Proficiency with software architectures
Applicants may be required to successfully complete role-related assessments and/or pre-employment screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy
Benefits supporting employee well-being at work and at home
Reasonable accommodations for job seekers with disabilities