Staff Software Quality Lead

Staff Software Quality Lead - Data Engineering Join to apply for the Staff Software Quality Lead - Data Engineering role at General Motors Job Description This role is categorized as hybrid. The successful candidate is expected to report to the office three days per week at minimum. The Role The Data Engineering organization at General Motors is at the forefront of innovation, leveraging data to drive the future of mobility. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail‑oriented Staff Software Quality Lead to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for defining and executing a comprehensive software test strategy that validates the functionality of our end‑to‑end data pipelines across many different vehicle controllers. What You'll Do (Responsibilities) Test Planning & Strategy: Design, develop, and own a comprehensive test strategy for data and control plane software, systems, and related features. Lead the development and execution of test plans ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines. Mentorship: Provide guidance, training and mentorship to team members, identify skills gaps, foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement, and introduce advanced testing methodologies and tools. Enhance Capability: Utilize automated testing tools and frameworks to implement strategies and enhance testing efficiency and coverage. Vehicle Testing: Conduct and coordinate comprehensive functional, performance, and exposure testing on vehicles to validate system performance and document results to verify compliance with given requirements. Data Analysis & Reporting: Utilize advanced data analysis techniques to define metrics, interpret test results, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to engineering teams and stakeholders. Documentation: Prepare detailed test reports and documentation to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders. Compliance & Safety: Ensure all testing activities adhere to safety standards and regulatory requirements, maintaining a focus on quality and risk management. Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with design, engineering, and product management teams to understand requirements and deliver high‑quality vehicle systems. Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automotive Technology, or a related field. 10+ years of experience in vehicle and embedded software testing, including hands‑on experience with automotive systems. Demonstrated experience developing and executing test strategies leveraging contemporary testing methodologies and tools. Proven experience in testing embedded systems and deploying comprehensive large‑scale test automation solutions. Expertise in programming/scripting languages such as C/C++, Java, Python for test automation. Proficiency using test automation tools (e.g., Robot Framework) and continuous integration tools (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps). Experience with automotive HIL and SIL testing tools such as dSPACE/ControlDesk and ETAS/INCA. Strong understanding of vehicle communication protocols (e.g., CAN, ODB‑II, LIN, Ethernet). Experience with version control systems such as Git. Knowledge of performance analysis tools such as Flamegraphs. Experience with API testing using tools such as Insomnia. Soft Skills Strong leadership and project management skills. Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. What Can Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) Familiarity with automotive standards (e.g., ISO 26262). Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps. Experience in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerised environments (Docker, Kubernetes). 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. Benefits Overview Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave. Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits. 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. About GM Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all. 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