This role pays less than
62%
of similar roles. Most pay
$164,750–$222,000
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$175k
versus about
$193k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About General Motors (GM)
General Motors (GM) is a leading American multinational automotive corporation founded in 1908 and headquartered in Detroit, Michigan.
General Motors (GM) currently has
116 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$160,200–$245,000
across 59 roles with salary data.
Staff Systems Engineer – Sensor Systems Engineering & Architecture joins the Sensor Systems Engineering & Architecture team to provide technical leadership in defining how autonomous sensing systems are characterized, specified, and validated under weather and contamination conditions. This role focuses on system-level decisions at the intersection of sensors, perception software, vehicle platforms, and real-world operating environments. You will lead system-level trade studies, perform requirements decomposition, and manage integration for radar, camera, and lidar systems with associated cleaning mechanisms. The position involves translating product performance into technical architectures while collaborating with hardware, software, and validation teams to ensure robust performance in diverse conditions. Required skills include experience with sensing systems, requirements development, and data analysis using Matlab or Python. This role addresses the critical challenge of ensuring autonomous vehicle sensors remain reliable and functional despite environmental factors like rain, snow, fog, and debris.
What does a Systems Engineer earn in California?
Median $194000 from 61 postings across 16 companies.
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