About this role
Job Description
Vacancy Status:
This posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications.
AI Disclosure:
As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role
Work Arrangement: Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham or Oshawa office three times per week, at minimum.
The Role
We are seeking a Senior Engineer to strengthen our system engineering and testing team. This role is crucial for ensuring the integrity, scalability, and performance of our end-to-end data plane and control plane pipelines, which extend from embedded vehicle components to SaaS platforms in the cloud. The successful candidate will play a key role in validating the design and implementation of these systems against high industry standards.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
System Design and Evaluation: Define and articulate system requirements, ensuring designs meet criteria for robustness, scalability, and performance, particularly with regard to data flow and system integration.
Testing Development and Execution: Formulate and execute detailed test plans to cover all system components and interfaces comprehensively.
Integration and Performance Testing: Perform thorough integration and performance tests, identify and resolve system bottlenecks, and propose system optimizations.
End-to-End System Verification: Ensure the complete functionality and reliability of both data plane and control plane pipelines from embedded components to cloud platforms.
Collaborative Engineering: Engage closely with software developers and system engineers to facilitate seamless system integration and functionality.
Quality Assurance: Advocate and implement top-tier testing practices to uphold high quality standards throughout the product development lifecycle.
Documentation and Reporting: Keep detailed documentation of system configurations and testing frameworks, and consistently report on test outcomes and system performance.
Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to continuously refine testing practices and system designs based on analytical feedback and performance data.
Leadership and Mentorship: Mentor and guide team members, promoting a culture of innovation and collaboration within the team.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in software development, with a strong emphasis on embedded systems.
• Proficient in programming languages such as Java, C/C++, Rust, and Python.
• Experienced with Agile methodologies and CI/CD processes.
What Can Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
• Experience with operating systems like Android, Linux, and QNX.
• Experience with observability
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure and/or AWS.
• Knowledge of telecommunication networks and security protocols.
• Expertise in edge computing, cloud technology, and IoT.
• Understanding of Service-Oriented Architectures and Microservices principles.
Compensation:
The salary range for this role is $115,000 to $164,600. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
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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
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What you'll do
- The Senior Engineer will define system requirements and ensure designs meet criteria for robustness and performance. They will also formulate and execute test plans, perform integration tests, and ensure the reliability of data and control plane pipelines.
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