Vehicle Motion Estimation SW Developer

job description

this role is part of the adas motion estimation software team, developing production software for advanced driver assistance systems. Focus areas include implementation, testing, and integration of motion estimation functions.

hybrid – this role is categorized as hybrid. The successful candidate is expected to report to markham three times per week, at minimum (or other frequency dictated by the business).

• design, implement, and integrate adas software solutions, with a focus on vehicle motion estimation and related state estimation functions within production ecus
• develop and maintain code in c and simulink, following automotive software best practices, coding standards, and configuration management processes
• analyze and improve reliability, performance, and efficiency of motion estimation algorithms and embedded implementations, including profiling, optimization, and robustness improvements
• create and maintain technical documentation, such as design specifications, interface definitions, test plans, and release notes to support cross-functional teams
• perform unit testing and support in-vehicle testing, including test case development, issue triage, data analysis, and collaboration with validation and vehicle integration teams

• experience in the state estimation domain, ideally with vehicle motion estimation, sensor fusion, or related control/estimation algorithms
• embedded software experience/knowledge, including developing, debugging, and optimizing code on resource‑constrained targets

• bachelor’s, master’s or phd degree in computer science or engineering (electrical, computer, mechatronics, system design, mechanical, chemical or equivalent)
• software product line experience/knowledge, such as working with configurable architectures, reusable components, and feature variability management
• strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both engineering and non‑technical stakeholders
• excellent organizational, problem‑solving, and analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to break down complex issues, prioritize effectively, and drive them to resolution

the salary range for this role is $90,900 to $136,400. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

gm does not provide immigration‑related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need gm immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

• paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave
• healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive
• 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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