Software Engineer – External Compute, Application Software

General Motors

. Create software for basic and vehicle-level functions .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • Michigan • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software development for vehicle-level functions, including automated testing and integration. Proficient in Python, Java, or C++ with a strong focus on object-oriented analysis and design, as well as experience with CI/CD pipelines and communication protocols for vehicle networks.

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Software DevelopmentAutomated Testing FrameworksCI/CD PipelinesPython ProgrammingObject-Oriented Analysis

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Hard Skills

Software AnalysisCode AnalysisRequirements AnalysisDebuggingIntegration TestingTest AutomationObject-Oriented DesignVehicle Test AutomationDefect TrackingSystem Risk Analysis

Tools & Technologies

JUnitTestNGPytestJenkins

Industry Keywords

Communication ProtocolsCANLINEthernetVehicle Networks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaJenkinsJUnitPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create software for basic and vehicle-level functions
Perform integration and verification testing as directed by lead engineers and, over time, with minimal direction
Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks and test harnesses for unit, integration, regression, and system-level testing of vehicle test automation software
Perform software analysis, code analysis, requirements analysis, software review, identification of code metrics, system risk analysis, software reliability analysis, and object-oriented analysis and design under senior engineer guidance
Diagnose, debug, and resolve issues related to vehicle hardware and software, including test benches and in-vehicle systems
Analyze and triage automated test failures
Track defects through resolution
Work in accordance with the company’s Software Engineering standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field
Two (2) years of experience as a Software Engineer, Automation Engineer, or related occupation
Two (2) years of experience with Python, Java, or C++, including object-oriented analysis, design, implementation, and debugging
Two (2) years of experience using test automation frameworks and libraries, including JUnit or TestNG for Java, and pytest for Python
Two (2) years of experience with CI/CD pipelines, including automated build, test execution, and reporting, using tools including Jenkins
Two (2) years of experience integrating software components across multiple systems or subsystems, including troubleshooting and debugging
Six (6) months of experience with communication protocols, including CAN, LIN, or Ethernet, for interacting with vehicle networks or vehicle test systems
Applicants may be required to successfully complete role-related assessments and/or pre-employment screening where applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits and Total Rewards resources provided by General Motors
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities
Inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunities
Role-related assessments and/or pre-employment screening where applicable