General Motors
Senior Software Controls Engineer – Electrification
General Motors, Milford, Michigan, United States
Senior Software Controls Engineer – Electrification
As a Senior Software Engineer at GM, you will be part of the Vehicle Mechatronic Embedded Controls (VMEC) team, working in the Battery and High Voltage Agile Release Train (ART). Your focus will be on developing and delivering high‑quality software solutions for embedded control systems, specifically for controlling vehicle’s high voltage contactors and energy management for battery packs within GM’s EV portfolio. Your work directly contributes to GM's vision of a world with zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion.
This role is categorized as hybrid. The successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, Michigan three times per week, at a minimum.
What You'll Do
Deliver high-quality software for embedded controls systems in the electrification space, specifically for VMEC – High Voltage Battery, Wired/Wireless Communication and Sensing (WCSR)
Ensure SW deliverables on time and with quality in support of Wired and Wireless Battery Management Systems
Ensure compliance with safety requirements, government regulations, and GM‑internal policies (e.g., MISRA guidelines)
Adhere to good software design principles, utilizing design patterns and understanding supervisory controls architecture and hardware abstractions for effective software solutions
Design, develop, and implement Physics and Controls requirements to continuously improve software for mechatronic controls, diagnostics strategies, and controller communication
Maintain an understanding of Ethernet standards and its application and automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, ARXML
Test and demonstrate software functionality and readiness, ensuring hardware‑agnostic solutions across all GM‑owned software
Document requirements for design solutions and link them to test cases that demonstrate software functionality with traceability
Utilize automated test tools in build environments, test benches, and vehicles to verify functionality at the controller, system, and vehicle level
Lead and provide guidance to your Agile Scrum team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment
Coordinate with various departments such as Systems & Safety, Validation, Electrical Architecture, Software‑Defined Vehicle (SDV), Calibration, and Vehicle Performance
Embrace software development methodologies to ensure Software Built In Quality, promoting early bug detection, and facilitating collaboration between developers, testers, and non‑technical stakeholders
Familiarize and work efficiently with Software‑Defined Vehicle (SDV) and Service‑Oriented Architecture (SOA) principles, leveraging them to create optimized and modular software solutions
Utilize CI/CD pipelines for efficient development, testing, and deployment of software solutions, with a solid understanding of DevOps principles
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
BS in Engineering – Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or Computer Science
5+ years of experience with proven technical and professional skills in embedded controls software
Proficient in C, C++ programming and Python scripting
High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, and take initiative/self‑directed
Consistent demonstration of innovative customer‑centric and collaborative thinking
Experience with Battery Management Systems Software, keen problem‑solving capabilities and issue resolution tracking
Software testing experience with HiL, SiL, vehicle, and related testing environments
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
MS in Engineering – Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or Computer Science
8+ years of experience with proven technical and professional skills in embedded controls software
Expert proficiency in C programming language
Excellent Python scripting skills
Experience with JIRA, GIT, Rhapsody, Optimus and the Scaled Agile Framework
Experience with controller communication, diagnostics, and complex device drivers
Familiarity with MISRA guidelines
Knowledge and experience with CAN, LIN, ARXML, or Ethernet communication protocols
Proficiency with software architectures
Hands‑on experience with HiL and vehicle testing and debugging, aptitude for test case automation
System requirements aptitude
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
About GM Our vision is a world with zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion, and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer, and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds, and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview From day one, we’re looking out for your well‑being – at work and at home – so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting
Total Rewards resources .
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.) General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role‑related assessment(s) and/or a pre‑employment screening before beginning employment. To learn more, visit
How we Hire .
Accommodations General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment,
email
us or call us at 800‑865‑7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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This role is categorized as hybrid. The successful candidate is expected to report to Milford, Michigan three times per week, at a minimum.
What You'll Do
Deliver high-quality software for embedded controls systems in the electrification space, specifically for VMEC – High Voltage Battery, Wired/Wireless Communication and Sensing (WCSR)
Ensure SW deliverables on time and with quality in support of Wired and Wireless Battery Management Systems
Ensure compliance with safety requirements, government regulations, and GM‑internal policies (e.g., MISRA guidelines)
Adhere to good software design principles, utilizing design patterns and understanding supervisory controls architecture and hardware abstractions for effective software solutions
Design, develop, and implement Physics and Controls requirements to continuously improve software for mechatronic controls, diagnostics strategies, and controller communication
Maintain an understanding of Ethernet standards and its application and automotive communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, ARXML
Test and demonstrate software functionality and readiness, ensuring hardware‑agnostic solutions across all GM‑owned software
Document requirements for design solutions and link them to test cases that demonstrate software functionality with traceability
Utilize automated test tools in build environments, test benches, and vehicles to verify functionality at the controller, system, and vehicle level
Lead and provide guidance to your Agile Scrum team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment
Coordinate with various departments such as Systems & Safety, Validation, Electrical Architecture, Software‑Defined Vehicle (SDV), Calibration, and Vehicle Performance
Embrace software development methodologies to ensure Software Built In Quality, promoting early bug detection, and facilitating collaboration between developers, testers, and non‑technical stakeholders
Familiarize and work efficiently with Software‑Defined Vehicle (SDV) and Service‑Oriented Architecture (SOA) principles, leveraging them to create optimized and modular software solutions
Utilize CI/CD pipelines for efficient development, testing, and deployment of software solutions, with a solid understanding of DevOps principles
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
BS in Engineering – Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or Computer Science
5+ years of experience with proven technical and professional skills in embedded controls software
Proficient in C, C++ programming and Python scripting
High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, and take initiative/self‑directed
Consistent demonstration of innovative customer‑centric and collaborative thinking
Experience with Battery Management Systems Software, keen problem‑solving capabilities and issue resolution tracking
Software testing experience with HiL, SiL, vehicle, and related testing environments
What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
MS in Engineering – Electrical, Mechanical, Computer or Computer Science
8+ years of experience with proven technical and professional skills in embedded controls software
Expert proficiency in C programming language
Excellent Python scripting skills
Experience with JIRA, GIT, Rhapsody, Optimus and the Scaled Agile Framework
Experience with controller communication, diagnostics, and complex device drivers
Familiarity with MISRA guidelines
Knowledge and experience with CAN, LIN, ARXML, or Ethernet communication protocols
Proficiency with software architectures
Hands‑on experience with HiL and vehicle testing and debugging, aptitude for test case automation
System requirements aptitude
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
About GM Our vision is a world with zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion, and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer, and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds, and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview From day one, we’re looking out for your well‑being – at work and at home – so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting
Total Rewards resources .
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.) General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role‑related assessment(s) and/or a pre‑employment screening before beginning employment. To learn more, visit
How we Hire .
Accommodations General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment,
us or call us at 800‑865‑7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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