Sr. Software Subsystems Lead Engineer, SSLE

**Job Description** **The Role:** Vehicle Mechatronics Embedded Controls (VMEC) is responsible for designing, developing, and deploying the embedded controls and software for all vehicle systems and components that manage vehicle motion, vehicle access, vision & visibility and occupant position, protection, and comfort. The successful candidate will join Agile Scrum teams of approximately 10 members, responsible for developing Body Controls software & controls for all GM vehicles produced globally! Our Scrum teams work in an Agile framework and are responsible for Requirements, Software Development, and Testing & Verification. Our team is collaborative and will afford you the opportunity to work as part of a fun group whose product spans the entire GM portfolio! This req has multiple positions available in various areas of Body Controls such as Vehicle Lighting, Serial Data, Passive Authentication, Tire Pressure Monitoring, Power Glass and Shades, etc. The successful candidate will have further discussion during the interview process to determine exact placement based on business needs and skillset of the candidate. The Senior Sub-System Lead Engineer (SSLE) is an individual contributor with recognized expertise responsible for tasks and work throughout the entire vehicle development lifecycle including requirements definition, design and implementation, testing, and problem resolution. Agile, systems engineering, software design and release, requirements and embedded controls development and calibration knowledge/experience are a definite plus. You will work closely with multi-functional stakeholders (system engineers, software developers, testers, etc.) to support innovative technology development. The drive and tenacity to grow technically and professionally while working on some of General Motor's most exciting features is a must! **What You'll do:** + Create and maintain Sub-System Technical Specifications (SSTS) and other requirements (Component Technical Requirements Specifications-CTRS, serial data, diagnostics, U-services, etc.) for applicable subsystems and ART software solutions using requirements management software (e.g. DOORS Next Gen, DOORS) + Create and maintain Behavior Technical Specifications (BTS) for applicable software solutions, following Behavior Driven Development (BDD) principles. This includes leading triad meetings and discussions with key stakeholders + Develop and maintain blueprints and/or functional block diagrams for assigned software solutions + Design and Sustain Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) diagrams (e.g. Block Definition Diagram, Use-case Diagram, Activity Diagram, Internal Block Diagram) for responsible software solutions using Rhapsody + Establish and Uphold Subsystem/Solution Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEAs) using the FMEA Integration Tool (FIT). Support the development and linking of Software Component FMEAs, Process FMEAs, and system FMEAs, when appropriate, by providing context of software related failure modes and contributions, with a focus on high severity items. + Collaborate cross-functionally with other SSLEs to ensure robust integration of subsystems/solutions, including failure mode discussions for interfaces between your subsystem/solutions to other subsystems/solutions + Create and update Calibration Bill of Materials (CalBOM) template for calibrations + Collaborate with Controls and Software Engineers to review controls design and/or software implementation, providing guidance to ensure compliance with requirements + Support definition and implementation of Testable Functionality Roll-Out Plan (TFRP) + Collaborate with Validation Engineers to support the creation of testable scenarios to ensure intent of BTS requirements is met with a robust test plan + Support the root cause analysis for applicable sub-system related issues and translate resolutions into new or revised requirements, as appropriate + Support the development of requirements related to OBD regulations or calibrations, as applicable + Support the development and tagging of safety requirements, based on rolldown from systems/systems safety, and regulatory requirements + Operate in agile development of software-related requirements as a key participant and stakeholder in scrum meetings and ART ceremonies (e.g. Daily Stand-Up, Iteration Planning, Iteration Review, and Program Increment Planning, etc.) + Create and maintain Features and Stories to manage requirements and specifications of sub-systems using change management tool (e.g. Jira) and complete stories by agreed timing + Review Owner's Manual and Service information related to the applicable sub-system to ensure alignment with intended sub-system operation, if applicable + Provide guidance to support COSIM environment development + Provide guidance and input for feature design verification plan by working with System and/or Feature Owners and Validation Engineers + Support advanced technical work projects that drive future features and vehicle enhancements **Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)** + Bachelor's Degree in one of the following disciplines - Systems/Mechatronic/Controls/Electrical/Software or related engineering degree + Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience + Experience related to mechatronic systems or subsystems + Basic knowledge of controls theory and the software development process + Technical Writing + Signal Mapping + Software FMEA + Physics-based understanding of the Voice-of-Customer (VOC), and Critical to Quality (CTQ) requirements. + Ability to effectively communicate issues, status and recommendations to leadership + Proven ability in project management skills, strong attention to details, and ability to teach others + Ability to prioritize work with limited direction **What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Skills)** + Masters or PhD in Engineering with an emphasis on Systems, Mechatronics, software or Controls + Experience with writing, interpreting or managing requirements + Experience with calibration, software, and controls development + Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., DNG, DOORS, etc.) + Experience with Behavior Driven Development (BDD), Test-Driven Development (TDD), Gherkin syntax + Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering and associated tools (e.g. Rhapsody) + Knowledge of risk-assessment tools, such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) + Experience leveraging simulation environments and plant modeling for testing or requirements generation (e.g., Matlab/Simulink, CarSim, GT-Power, D-Space, ETAS, etc.) + Experience with work management tools such as JIRA/JIRA Align, Azure, IBM Rational Team Concert, etc. + Experience with OBD regulations requirements + Experience with Agile methodologies + Experience with automotive regulations or safety critical systems + Experience with Microsoft Visio + Experience with automotive electrical architectures and/or software defined vehicles + Familiarity with vehicle network communication protocols and tools such as CAN, LIN, and SPI + Hardware I/O level controller knowledge + Strong analytical problem-solving skills, including independent judgment and decision-making skills, where problems are very unusual and extremely difficult + Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and customers to solve problems and resolve issues GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. 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