Lead Manufacturing Software Developer

General Motors (GM)

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Work type
On-site
Location
Warren, MI
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
Jul 6, 2026

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General Motors (GM) is a leading American multinational automotive corporation founded in 1908 and headquartered in Detroit, Michigan.

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TL;DR · Lead Manufacturing Software Developer

As a Lead Manufacturing Software Application Developer at Global Manufacturing Electrical & SDV, you will join a dynamic team focused on ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of vehicle electrical system validation across global assembly plants. Your primary responsibilities include designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software applications for manufacturing validation, troubleshooting complex issues, and supporting application deployment in various environments. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deploy reliable solutions, mentor junior developers, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in software development, particularly in languages like C++, Java, and familiarity with automotive protocols such as CAN and UDS. This role demands expertise in manufacturing software tools and processes, as well as the ability to work effectively in high-availability production environments.

What you'll do

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications for vehicle electrical testing.
  • Troubleshoot complex issues affecting manufacturing test processes in real-time.
  • Support application validation on benches, development hardware, and vehicles.
  • Lead technical problem-solving across multiple projects to drive priorities.
  • Mentor less-experienced developers through technical challenges and best practices.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of manufacturing software tools and performance.

What we're looking for

  • 7+ years of professional software development experience with technical leadership roles.
  • Strong programming skills in C, C++, C#, Java or similar languages.
  • Proven ability to debug and troubleshoot complex systems involving hardware interactions.
  • Experience developing software for manufacturing, industrial test systems, or embedded environments.
  • Familiarity with automotive communication protocols like CAN, UDS, DoIP.
  • Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams including technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience supporting production-critical applications in high-availability settings.

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