General Motors of Canada
Engineering Manager - Autonomy Interface SW, Cameras
General Motors of Canada, Mountain View, California, us, 94039
Overview
Job Description At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features. Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale. GM is developing the next generation of embedded platform software to deliver state-of-the-art features to our customers. We are looking for technical managers who coach their teams to success and mentor their direct reports to achieve their potential. The Autonomy Interface SW team is responsible for the software that configures devices like lidars, cameras, radars, and IMUs and delivers sensor data to the AV stack running on GM vehicles. We are looking for an Engineering Manager to lead, manage, and grow our Camera platform SW engineering team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in embedded systems and camera technology with strong leadership skills to mentor engineers, drive cross-functional collaboration, and deliver high-quality, performant software solutions. At GM, we believe in managers who remain deeply technical and understand the challenges their teams are facing, even though they may not be the technical lead or contributing software day-to-day. Our managers coach their teams to success, shield their teams from distractions, and help publicly celebrate wins. What you’ll do
Direct oversight of engineers building highly performant software running on our Autonomous Vehicles and supporting infrastructure Provide technical guidance and strategic direction in embedded software development for camera sensor & image processing pipelines, and related subsystems Work with technical lead(s) to set the technical direction for the team, and anticipate strategic and scaling-related challenges Work with Engineering Leadership and Technical Program Managers to create and execute on a roadmap for your team Drive software engineering best practices Conduct performance reviews, identify top performers, and support their growth into Technical Leadership or Engineering Management roles Foster a healthy, collaborative culture and high-output team Help define, build, and embody GM engineering culture and principles Invest heavily in recruiting by working closely with recruiters, screening candidates, and identifying opportunities for external engagement to improve the GM engineering brand What we’re looking for
4+ years experience managing teams who have shipped and support scalable production systems 5+ years experience in software engineering roles Self-motivated to lead your teams, encourage best practices, and constantly improve Effective interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent real world experience Bonus Points
Experience building or managing performance and safety critical systems or similar Experience with DO-178, ISO-26262, or IEC-62304 Experience with modern C++11 or later development Experience working with ROS or other robotics frameworks Deep understanding of SoC architectures and hardware communication protocols (I²C, SPI, PCIe, USB) Hands-on experience with camera/video subsystems, including MIPI-CSI interfaces, V4L2 frameworks, and Image Signal Processors (ISP) Familiarity with industry-specific frameworks (e.g., Android Camera HAL3, QCOM, or Nvidia video frameworks) Experience with computer vision or image processing algorithms and performance optimization Hybrid
This role is categorized as hybrid. The successful candidate is expected to report to an office location three times per week, at minimum. Compensation
The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of the California Bay Area. The salary range for this role is $185,600.00 to $285,000.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance. Benefits
GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. Company Vehicle: Upon successful completion of a motor vehicle report review, you will be eligible to participate in a company vehicle evaluation program. Participants are required to purchase/lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless one of a limited number of exceptions applies. 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. 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, please 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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Job Description At General Motors, our product teams are redefining mobility. Through a human-centered design process, we create vehicles and experiences that are designed not just to be seen, but to be felt. We’re turning today’s impossible into tomorrow’s standard —from breakthrough hardware and battery systems to intuitive design, intelligent software, and next-generation safety and entertainment features. Every day, our products move millions of people as we aim to make driving safer, smarter, and more connected, shaping the future of transportation on a global scale. GM is developing the next generation of embedded platform software to deliver state-of-the-art features to our customers. We are looking for technical managers who coach their teams to success and mentor their direct reports to achieve their potential. The Autonomy Interface SW team is responsible for the software that configures devices like lidars, cameras, radars, and IMUs and delivers sensor data to the AV stack running on GM vehicles. We are looking for an Engineering Manager to lead, manage, and grow our Camera platform SW engineering team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in embedded systems and camera technology with strong leadership skills to mentor engineers, drive cross-functional collaboration, and deliver high-quality, performant software solutions. At GM, we believe in managers who remain deeply technical and understand the challenges their teams are facing, even though they may not be the technical lead or contributing software day-to-day. Our managers coach their teams to success, shield their teams from distractions, and help publicly celebrate wins. What you’ll do
Direct oversight of engineers building highly performant software running on our Autonomous Vehicles and supporting infrastructure Provide technical guidance and strategic direction in embedded software development for camera sensor & image processing pipelines, and related subsystems Work with technical lead(s) to set the technical direction for the team, and anticipate strategic and scaling-related challenges Work with Engineering Leadership and Technical Program Managers to create and execute on a roadmap for your team Drive software engineering best practices Conduct performance reviews, identify top performers, and support their growth into Technical Leadership or Engineering Management roles Foster a healthy, collaborative culture and high-output team Help define, build, and embody GM engineering culture and principles Invest heavily in recruiting by working closely with recruiters, screening candidates, and identifying opportunities for external engagement to improve the GM engineering brand What we’re looking for
4+ years experience managing teams who have shipped and support scalable production systems 5+ years experience in software engineering roles Self-motivated to lead your teams, encourage best practices, and constantly improve Effective interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent real world experience Bonus Points
Experience building or managing performance and safety critical systems or similar Experience with DO-178, ISO-26262, or IEC-62304 Experience with modern C++11 or later development Experience working with ROS or other robotics frameworks Deep understanding of SoC architectures and hardware communication protocols (I²C, SPI, PCIe, USB) Hands-on experience with camera/video subsystems, including MIPI-CSI interfaces, V4L2 frameworks, and Image Signal Processors (ISP) Familiarity with industry-specific frameworks (e.g., Android Camera HAL3, QCOM, or Nvidia video frameworks) Experience with computer vision or image processing algorithms and performance optimization Hybrid
This role is categorized as hybrid. The successful candidate is expected to report to an office location three times per week, at minimum. Compensation
The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The compensation may not be representative for positions located outside of the California Bay Area. The salary range for this role is $185,600.00 to $285,000.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance. Benefits
GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits. Company Vehicle: Upon successful completion of a motor vehicle report review, you will be eligible to participate in a company vehicle evaluation program. Participants are required to purchase/lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless one of a limited number of exceptions applies. 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. 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, please 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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