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Senior Software Developer

Today Oshawa, Canada

Description

Work Arrangement: This role is Hybrid at Oshawa Elevation Centre, you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum.

At General Motors, we envision a future characterized by zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion. We are pioneering the next generation of vehicle compute platforms, and revolutionizing automotive software development.

Join us as we lead the way towards a sustainable and safe automotive future.
We are seeking a talented Senior Software Developer with expertise in vision systems to join our dynamic engineering team.

The Role

We are looking for a skilled Senior Software Developer with a deep understanding of developing software and algorithms for real world customer facing features and systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development (C/C++) in a scrum/agile environment, have a passion for innovation, and systems applications using both classical and machine learning based computer vision methodology.

The successful candidate will join the vehicle camera team and will take wide responsibility of advanced technologies development and productization, as well as safety application responsibility, from algorithmic proof of concept to deployment core technologies in the infotainment system, on the vehicle.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

  • Design, implement, test, and maintain embedded software and algorithms using various technologies.
  • Work in multinational organization that will explore, develop and productize vehicle camera technologies in the domain of viewing safety applications, in vehicle customer facing video applications, vehicle camera backend services.
  • Contribute to the creation of core vision system technologies, using both classic and advanced techniques, with emphasis on data driven development and debugging, and deployment on embedded systems that have challenging compute and runtime considerations.
  • Develop the technology based on product needs, exploration of competing algorithm methods (classic, learned, etc), acquiring the necessary data and simulation environment, and all the way to implementation and integration with the embedded target, considering the computational / real time aspects.

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, and other related languages (5+ years of hands on development experience).
  • Proficiency in developing algorithms for computer vision, both classic and neural network based.
  • Familiar with Linux system and common development tools, such as git, docker and Jenkins.
  • Experience working in an agile process.
  • Experience working on vision / video systems.
  • Demonstrated track of delivering customer facing algorithms and features successfully.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues; both hardware and software.
  • In-vehicle hands on skills.
  • Demonstrated Innovation.
  • Proficiency in automotive communications systems/networks and tools.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Valid Drivers License.

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What Can Give You a Competitive Advantage (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Masters or PHD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience with Trailering
  • Breadth of knowledge from both automotive and other industries.
  • Experience mentoring others.

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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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 prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.

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Client-provided location(s): Oshawa, Canada
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202511593
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-07-31T00:23:50

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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