OTA System Performance Technical Specialist

General Motors (GM)

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Warren, MI
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Full-time
Posted
8 days ago
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Nov 24, 2026

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TL;DR · OTA System Performance Technical Specialist

The OTA System Performance Technical Specialist serves as a subject matter expert for OTA System Performance and Triage. This role involves executing and managing the performance of OTA Vehicle Programming and Integration, including early development, issue resolution, and test fleet triage. The specialist will troubleshoot issues stemming from OTA CTFs, development vehicles, and the entire car park while collaborating with ECU DREs and software verification teams. Key responsibilities include performing CGM/CAN log analysis, creating issue analysis training, and reviewing requirements for SDV2.0 and CGM Enhancements. Required technical skills include C/C++, Python, MATLAB, Jira, Git, Jenkins, and GitLab. The role requires proficiency in CAN, LIN, Ethernet, ISO 14229, AUTOSAR Basics, and SAE J1939 to resolve complex vehicle software and connectivity performance concerns.

What you'll do

  • Act as the subject matter expert for OTA system performance, triage, and vehicle programming integration.
  • Manage technical resolution and troubleshooting for issues across test fleets, development vehicles, and the entire car park.
  • Oversee root cause analysis and resolution for performance issues involving vehicle software, connectivity, and back-office systems.
  • Perform CGM and CAN log analysis to identify and resolve issues during vehicle data acquisition.
  • Create OTA issue analysis training and develop triage capabilities across the entire organization.
  • Support the creation of root cause resolutions, verification test plans, and feedback for vehicle programming PRTSs.
  • Review and analyze new requirements for SDV2.0, CGM enhancements, and OBD to evolve test methodologies.
  • Define and prioritize strategic OTA initiatives in support of the Engineering Group Leader.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Seven years of experience as a Technical Lead, Principal Engineer, or related occupation.
  • Three years of experience in software deployment, project management, and troubleshooting.
  • Three years of experience in OTA execution, troubleshooting, and campaign authoring.
  • Three years of experience in CAN log analysis and using Jira, Git, and CANalyzer.
  • Three years of experience with CI/CD tools including Jenkins, GitLab, and GitHub.
  • Three years of experience with C/C++, Python, and MATLAB.
  • Three years of experience with CAN, LIN, Ethernet, ISO 14229, AUTOSAR Basics, and SAE J1939.

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