Staff Software Engineer, Validation Foundations, Acceleration

General Motors

. Lead and develop complex behavior validation products such as the Behavior Validation Scorecard .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeSunnyvale • California • United StatesLead💰 $189,300 - $290,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading the development of behavior validation products, utilizing Python for prototyping and data analysis, and managing complex validation products in safety-critical domains. Strong ability to collaborate with diverse teams and translate stakeholder needs into actionable solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Python ProficiencyBehavior Validation Product DevelopmentData Visualization and ReportingSystems Engineering ExperienceAutonomous Vehicle Development Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Behavior Validation Scorecard DevelopmentData AnalysisFront-End Dashboard DevelopmentValidation FrameworksSimulation Environments

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaboration SkillsStakeholder Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Degree in Computer ScienceAdvanced Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Safety-Critical DomainsADAS SystemsRobotics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop complex behavior validation products such as the Behavior Validation Scorecard
Build and maintain relationships with Embodied AI, safety, and product partner teams
Align priorities and requirements with partner teams
Use Pareto analysis and prioritization techniques to identify and implement improvements for validation dashboard products
Collaborate with stakeholders to define roadmaps and success metrics for behavior validation tools
Lead and implement technical improvements using Python and related technologies
Connect data pipelines to user interfaces seamlessly
Ensure validation products are scalable, reliable, and aligned with autonomous vehicle launch and release decision processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields
6+ years of experience in systems engineering, software product development, or technical program management
Strong ability to bridge technical and product domains, translating stakeholder needs into actionable solutions
Proficiency in Python for prototyping and data analysis
Experience developing internal customer-facing front-end dashboards
Experience managing complex validation or analytics products in safety-critical domains
Familiarity with autonomous vehicle development, ADAS systems, or robotics
Strong background in data visualization and reporting tools
Experience with simulation environments and validation frameworks
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with ability to work across diverse teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus potential through an incentive pay program based on company performance, 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