Senior Systems Engineer – ADAS DRIVE

General Motors

. Lead and manage development and integration of embedded AV/ADAS features .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeMilford • Michigan • United StatesSenior💰 $129,000 - $198,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading the development and integration of embedded AV/ADAS features, with a strong focus on feature performance, validation testing, and collaboration across multifunctional teams. Proficient in analyzing requirements, mentoring engineers, and applying structured technical reasoning to solve complex problems in automotive and embedded systems.

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Embedded Systems DevelopmentADAS Feature ValidationPython ProgrammingTechnical Project LeadershipSimulation Development

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringComputer EngineeringComputer ScienceSystems EngineeringElectro-Mechanical SystemsADAS SystemsData AnalysisRequirements ManagementPerformance IntegrationValidation Testing

Soft Skills

Technical CommunicationProblem SolvingNegotiationMentoringWorkload Prioritization

Tools & Technologies

Simulation ToolsComputer-Based Analysis ToolsAgile Development Methodologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Automotive Safety FeaturesRoboticsVirtualizationFeature PerformanceIntegration Strategies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonShell Scripting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage development and integration of embedded AV/ADAS features
Define and manage feature-level requirements and validation test development
Collaborate with software and hardware teams to integrate vehicle platform components
Influence platform roadmaps and long-term technical direction
Own capabilities end to end and test performance in vehicles and simulation
Participate in or lead multifunctional development discussions with software teams, capability domains, product management, program management, and partners
Analyze and negotiate requirements with internal and external stakeholders
Focus on feature performance and lead technical solutions
Test and integrate system- and feature-level capabilities using simulation and vehicles
Triage and analyze simulation and vehicle test data to guide prioritization and refine requirements
Form test cases for validation plans traced to feature requirements
Communicate issues and support problem solving and workload prioritization
Apply structured technical reasoning to solve problems in familiar and unfamiliar domains
Work within agile development and respond to fast-paced changes
Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies for system integration and performance
Mentor junior engineers and foster technical excellence and innovation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Minimum of 5 years of technical/engineering experience
Experience with complex electro-mechanical systems, ideally in embedded systems, automotive, robotics, or related industries
Comprehensive and in-depth technical understanding of ADAS features and behaviors
Deep technical understanding of the software they are writing requirements for
Ability to read code and use it to root cause/triage problems during development
Ability to handle multiple priorities while meeting deliverables
Ability to identify problems, analyze courses of action, negotiate efficient solutions, and implement contingency plans
Strong ability to use computer-based tools to collect and analyze data
High level of technical and non-technical communication skills
Master’s degree in Engineering preferred
Experience with automotive safety or convenience features preferred
Experience with ADAS systems preferred
Hands-on programming experience with Python or other shell scripting preferred
Performance integration or validation background preferred
Experience processing large amounts of information and identifying parameters, interdependencies, and inconsistencies
Virtualization/Simulation Development experience preferred
Leadership experience mentoring engineers and leading technical projects preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus potential based on company, job level, and individual performance
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
Health and wellbeing benefit programs