General Motors
Principal Engineer of Connectivity Hardware
General Motors, Sunnyvale, California, United States, 94087
At General Motors, we are committed to creating a world with zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion. Our Central Compute hardware team is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge technologies like premium In Vehicle Infotainment display and audio features, Mechatronics control of the entire vehicle, radio and BT connectivity, and Super Cruise Hands-Free Automated Driving that enhance vehicle safety, performance, and autonomy.
As we move to in-sourcing hardware design, we are building a hardware engineering team that will own the end-to-end design and development of our Central Compute hardware.
The Role:
The Compute and Connectivity Group supports GM’s vision by providing the architecture, design, and validation efforts to support our Software Defined Vehicle future. We are engaged, inclusive, and innovative teams that adapt to challenges and work together to enable cutting-edge products and services for our customers. These are exciting times, and we want you to be a part of our mission!
GM is seeking a passionate and experienced
Principal Engineer of Connectivity Hardware
to lead the development of in-vehicle connectivity systems, with a strong focus on in-house design and technical ownership. This role is responsible for the design and delivery of telematics modules, antennas, digital key access, and other wireless technologies. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise with a strong track record in leading in-house hardware development across electrical, mechanical, and wireless domains. This is a highly collaborative role that partners closely with software, validation, manufacturing, purchasing, and vehicle teams to ensure performance, scalability, and seamless integration. Join GM and be part of a world-class engineering team driving innovation, safety, and the future of connected mobility. What You'll Do: Strategic Planning: Define the long-term vision and roadmap for in-vehicle connectivity hardware, aligning development with overall product and platform strategies. Guide evolution of network infrastructure architecture and technology upgrades.
Hardware Design & Development: Lead the design and development of connectivity hardware, including component selection, system architecture, schematics, and PCB layout. Oversee the full development cycle from concept through production.
Connectivity Technology Expertise: Bring deep knowledge of wireless technologies such as 5G, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, BLE, UWB, and NFC. Experience with IoT devices, embedded systems, edge computing, and wireless protocols is highly valued. Strong understanding of RF and antenna fundamentals is essential.
System Integration: Partner with software, mechanical, and vehicle integration teams to ensure seamless integration of connectivity hardware within the broader vehicle architecture.
Testing and Validation: Develop and execute test plans to validate hardware performance and reliability. Ensure compliance with relevant industry and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO/IEC, CE, FCC).
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, systems engineers, and potentially external design partners to align goals, manage interfaces, and ensure timely delivery.
Technology Scouting: Stay current on emerging technologies in hardware and connectivity. Identify trends that could shape future product strategies or create competitive advantages.
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Principal Engineer of Connectivity Hardware
to lead the development of in-vehicle connectivity systems, with a strong focus on in-house design and technical ownership. This role is responsible for the design and delivery of telematics modules, antennas, digital key access, and other wireless technologies. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise with a strong track record in leading in-house hardware development across electrical, mechanical, and wireless domains. This is a highly collaborative role that partners closely with software, validation, manufacturing, purchasing, and vehicle teams to ensure performance, scalability, and seamless integration. Join GM and be part of a world-class engineering team driving innovation, safety, and the future of connected mobility. What You'll Do: Strategic Planning: Define the long-term vision and roadmap for in-vehicle connectivity hardware, aligning development with overall product and platform strategies. Guide evolution of network infrastructure architecture and technology upgrades.
Hardware Design & Development: Lead the design and development of connectivity hardware, including component selection, system architecture, schematics, and PCB layout. Oversee the full development cycle from concept through production.
Connectivity Technology Expertise: Bring deep knowledge of wireless technologies such as 5G, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, BLE, UWB, and NFC. Experience with IoT devices, embedded systems, edge computing, and wireless protocols is highly valued. Strong understanding of RF and antenna fundamentals is essential.
System Integration: Partner with software, mechanical, and vehicle integration teams to ensure seamless integration of connectivity hardware within the broader vehicle architecture.
Testing and Validation: Develop and execute test plans to validate hardware performance and reliability. Ensure compliance with relevant industry and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO/IEC, CE, FCC).
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, systems engineers, and potentially external design partners to align goals, manage interfaces, and ensure timely delivery.
Technology Scouting: Stay current on emerging technologies in hardware and connectivity. Identify trends that could shape future product strategies or create competitive advantages.
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