Software Engineering Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

Why GM Financial Technology

Innovation isn't just a talking point at GM Financial, it's how we operate. From generative AI and cloud-native technologies to peer-led learning and hackathons, our tech teams are building real solutions that make a difference. We're committed to AI-powered transformation, using advanced machine learning and automation to help us reimagine customer interactions and modernize operations, positioning GM Financial as a leader in digital innovation within a dynamic industry.

Join us and discover a workplace where your ideas matter, your development is prioritized, and you can truly make a global impact.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the team to build the next generation of modern applications, platforms and services by providing technical expertise throughout the software development lifecycle
• Communicate a plan for the budget, resources, and tools required to support the business and evolve the product, then execute the plan
• Establish relevant learning plans that grow the team professionally and technically
• Motivate the team to share ideas and learnings to promote innovation and generate excitement within the team
• Take an active role in defining metrics that measure our ability to deliver on business and service level objectives; use the metrics to improve the process and product
• As a servant leader, work closely with the team to anticipate and remove impediments
• Review test plans and results providing guidance with the development of test plans to assist the business with development of user acceptance criteria
• Develop relationships with our Business Operations partners and regularly update them with what is transpiring related to automation

• Experience in software development consisting of architecture and implementing through code
• Advanced knowledge of business processes for supported business groups
• Advanced knowledge of information technology systems, infrastructure, and operations
• Advanced working knowledge of information systems and operations systems for supported business groups
• Knowledgeable of best practices in information technology governance and regulatory landscape for financial institutions
• Significant experience in a large and complex business environment
• Superior organizational skills in planning and prioritizing own workload and initiatives
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical terminology to people with limited or no technical understanding
• Proactive and solutions driven with a high level of attention to detail
• Lead through influence, inspiration, collaboration and teamwork
• Present team strategies and accomplishments to senior executives and peers
• Establish strong working relationships and build trust with peers and business partners
• Oversee platform definition, software architecture, and tool selection
• Champion and execute strategies that deliver measurable business value
• Establish strong working relationships and build trust with peers
• Listen actively and communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing
• Apply creative thinking and negotiations skills to develop solutions that are acceptable to different needs
• Ability to accept change and to adapt to shifting organizational challenges and priorities
• Ability to coach, develop and lead others
• Analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written skills
• Ability to evaluate problems and issues quickly and to make recommendations for courses of action
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time while remaining cool under pressure
• Advanced ability to analyze problems, correlate data from multiple sources and communicate pertinent information to the appropriate support teams
• Present team strategies and accomplishments to senior executives and peers
• Ability to take raw product requirements and develop software architectures and designs to bring them to life
• Demonstrated expertise in the following technologies may be required for the product being developed:
  • Low-code environments: Logic Apps
  • Enterprise Service Bus: Tibco BusinessWorks (APIs and integration workflows)
  • Pipeline Automation: Azure DevOps (YAML, ARM), Terraform, Jenkins, Chef, Octopus Deploy
  • Code Scanning: SonarQube, Checkmarx
  • Source Code repos: Git
  • Mobile: Xamarin.iOS, Xamarin.Android, Xamarin.Forms
  • UI: Angular, Javascript, CSS, Node.js, ASP.NET MVC
  • High level programming languages: Java, C# (.NET MVC and .NET Core), Go
  • Scripting: PowerShell, Bash
  • Database: Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, NoSQL (e.g. CosmosDB)
  • Test Automation: Xamarin.UITest, Specflow, DevTest, Selenium, Test Data Manager, Postman, Maven, TestNG, JMeter
  • Operating systems: Windows, Linux

• 8-10 years of experience in software development required
• Experience leading software development projects preferred
• Experience leading people preferred

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred