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Motion Controls Senior Software Engineer

Today Markham, Canada

Description

Work Arrangement: This opening is hybrid, the successful candidate is expected to report to the office - Markham Elevation Centre (MEC) three times per week, at minimum.

At General Motors, we are committed to creating a world with zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion. Our innovative team of engineers and developers is at the forefront of transforming mobility and redefining the future of transportation. Join us and be a part of a team that drives change and delivers cutting-edge solutions like Super Cruise Hands-Free Automated Driving.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Motion Controls Senior Software Engineer to provide technical leadership in a high performing and highly innovative team of engineers responsible for the design, development, testing and implementation of ADAS Lateral Control software for Super Cruise and other GM Active Safety features. As the ADAS Motion Controls Senior Engineer, you will provide effective team leadership, promote innovation, support cross team collaboration and inspire passion in the team. You will play a pivotal role in defining and executing GM's ADAS current production and future product software strategy across all controllers, ensuring seamless coordination of software deliveries.

The ADAS Motion Controls Senior Engineer will be responsible for the delivery of production active safety and automated driving software with speed and quality and with focus on efficient software design and optimized software architecture to maximizing reuse across all scalable ADAS platforms. This senior engineer will collaborate with other ADAS application software engineering teams to deliver ADAS software products with industry leading performance and innovation. This role will require a sense of urgency and an ability to adapt to new organizational direction in order provide clear and detailed guidance to the team

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What You'll Do (Responsibilities) :

  • Develop lateral/longitudinal control algorithms and real-time control software for automated/autonomous driving features, such as Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Super Cruise 2.0, Super Cruise 3.0 and Front/Rear Impact Mitigation, that raise baseline performance to desired levels and reduce manual calibration effort
  • Develop CI/CD pipeline that continuously validates feature control performance for each software change
  • Conduct software verification and robust feature validation using unit testing, SIL/HIL, and extensive in-vehicle performance testing
  • Lead Motion Control projects, set and track deadlines, and coach other members of the team
  • Maintain the latest performance on test vehicles and management of vehicle test fleet
  • Support production calibration activities and the resolution of field and customer issues
  • Develop creative and innovative solutions and protect intellectual property through patents and publications

Your Skills & Abilities (Qualifications):

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or Mechatronics/Software/Electrical/Computer Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience developing control systems and/or motion planner
  • Advanced skills in control systems design: robust, adaptive, nonlinear, and model-predictive controls
  • Knowledge of online learning algorithms, such as Kalman Filter and Recursive Least-Squares
  • Automotive simulation and validation experience (HIL/SIL)
  • Knowledgeable in vehicle dynamics and numerical methods
  • Experience with software design, Simulink modelling, Python and embedded C/C++ programming
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Able to learn independently, highly adaptable and embracing of changes
  • High level of interpersonal skills and ability to work well with other team members

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:

  • Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave;
  • Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits;
  • Life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
  • Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement;
  • GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.

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.

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Client-provided location(s): Markham, Canada
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202523464
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-12-06T00:17:57

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Woman founded/led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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