Software Engineering Manager

General Motors

. Lead and manage one or more software development teams .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeAustin • Michigan • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading software development teams, managing project delivery, and implementing industry-standard methodologies. Proficient in web development technologies, cloud solutions, and database management while ensuring compliance with best practices.

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Software Development LeadershipWeb Development TechnologiesProject ManagementDatabase TechnologiesCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

.NET CoreSpring BootAngularReactMicroservicesREST-Based APIsSQLPostgreSQLAI AdoptionAutomation Technologies

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCoachingMentoringFeedbackCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AzureGitHubJiraConfluenceAzure Event HubKafka

Industry Keywords

Software Engineering PracticesOperational ExcellenceApplication SecurityComplianceData Products

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AngularAzureCloudKafkaMicroservicesPostgresReactSpringSpring BootSpringBootSQL.NET

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage one or more software development teams
Ensure software is designed and developed using sound, repeatable, industry-standard methodologies and GM’s software development project methodology
Set technical and delivery direction by translating business strategy into team priorities, roadmaps, measurable success metrics, and outcomes
Lead and develop engineering teams through hiring, coaching, feedback, mentoring, stretch work, and career development
Manage concurrent projects and delivery execution, including scope, capacity, dependencies, risks, blockers, and on-time delivery of high-quality data products
Provide technical leadership and promote software engineering practices, quality, experimentation, reusable patterns, governance, and scalable solutions
Strengthen reliability, scalability, and operational excellence across the platform
Communicate status and escalate issues through program reviews, Jira/Confluence reporting, risk tracking, and leadership updates
Lead performance tuning, usability assessment and improvement, AI adoption, and automation technologies
Assess application security risks and code remediation techniques
Oversee integration of software or solutions with existing software and systems
Maintain and debug live software systems
Maintain compliance with GM standards and industry best practices
Support deployment and post-go-live activities; troubleshoot and lead production incidents to closure

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, information systems, or equivalent practical experience
Minimum of 10 years of development experience
5+ years of leadership experience including developing teams
Strong knowledge of web development technologies such as .NET Core / Spring Boot, Angular/React, microservices, REST-based APIs, Azure or other cloud technologies, GitHub, Jira, and messaging middleware such as Azure Event Hub / Kafka
Proficiency in database technologies and SQL such as PostgreSQL
Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship; candidates must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
Expected to report to a specific location at least 3 times a week, or at another frequency dictated by the manager

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy
GM benefits supporting well-being at work and at home
Opportunities for career development through coaching, mentoring, stretch work, and development
Hybrid work arrangement