Staff Software Engineer – Golang

General Motors

. Design, develop, and implement robust, scalable software applications primarily using Golang .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeWarren • California • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing scalable software applications using Golang, with a strong focus on enterprise data architecture and CI/CD practices. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and drive problem-solving initiatives.

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Golang ExpertiseScaled Agile Framework (SAFe)Software Development Best PracticesCross-Functional LeadershipHigh-Performance Distributed Systems

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Hard Skills

GolangSoftware DevelopmentDistributed SystemsEnterprise Data ArchitectureCI/CD PracticesAutomated TestingConcurrencyError HandlingPerformance OptimizationGit

Soft Skills

CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsMentoringProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceMaster's Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

Scaled Agile FrameworkTechnical DesignSoftware ArchitectureCode ReviewsContinuous Learning

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed SystemsGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and implement robust, scalable software applications primarily using Golang
Lead technical design and architecture of complex software systems
Collaborate with product, data science, operations, and other cross-functional teams
Mentor junior and mid-level software engineers
Drive group problem-solving initiatives and implement sustainable solutions
Contribute to Scaled Agile Framework practices
Conduct code reviews and ensure software maintainability, reliability, and security
Act as a technical subject matter expert on industry trends and emerging technologies
Participate in requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, deployment, and operational support
Champion CI/CD practices and automated testing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
Master's degree preferred
Typically 8+ years of software development experience, with significant focus on Golang
Expertise designing and implementing scalable, high-performance distributed systems
Strong understanding of enterprise data architecture principles and patterns
Cross-functional leadership and consensus-building ability
Group problem-solving experience
Proficiency with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies or similar frameworks
Expert-level Golang coding, including concurrency, error handling, and performance optimization
Software development best practices, Git, testing frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines
Strategic leadership contributing to technical roadmaps and architectural vision
Commitment to continuous learning and current industry knowledge
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
Must not require H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, or other immigration support from GM

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation benefits may be available
General Motors benefits and Total Rewards resources
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities