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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Software Engineer - Vehicle AI - **Company:** General Motors - **Location:** Mountain View, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $216,400.0 - $331,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Audio Signal Processing, C++ (Programming Language), Software Quality, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Design of User Interfaces, Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Linux Kernel, Machine Learning, Commercial Software, Posix, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, VxWorks, Large Language Models, Information Technology, Low Latency, ONNX (Open Neural Network Exchange) Format, Machine Learning Operations, TensorRT, Software Coding, C++14, Natural Language Understanding - **Published:** July 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://generalmotors.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers_GM/job/Mountain-View-California-United-States-of-America/Principal-Software-Engineer---Vehicle-AI_JR-202615229 ## About the Role * Experience: 10+ years of professional software engineering experience, with at least 3+ years in a technical leadership or architectural role. * Programming: Expert-level proficiency in modern C++ (C++14/17/20) and Python. * Domain Expertise: Proven track record of shipping commercial software in automotive infotainment, robotics, consumer electronics, or other deeply embedded systems. * AI/ML Deployment: Hands-on experience optimizing and deploying ML models to edge hardware (NPU/GPU/DSP utilization, quantization, pruning). * OS Knowledge: Deep understanding of POSIX-compliant operating systems, Linux internals, or RTOS (QNX, VxWorks). * Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience)., * Extensive experience with Android Automotive OS (AAOS), specifically Vehicle HAL (VHAL) and native C++ services. * Experience building or integrating advanced Voice Assistants (ASR, NLU, TTS) or Driver Monitoring Systems (DMS) into embedded environments. * Familiarity with automotive functional safety standards (ISO 26262, ASIL) and cybersecurity protocols. * Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) focusing on Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or Embedded Systems. ## Description Work Arrangement: Remote: This role is based remotely but if you live within a 50-mile radius of Mountain View, you are expected to report to that location three times a week, at minimum., As a Principal Software Engineer in the Vehicle AI division, you will be the technical cornerstone of our smart cabin initiatives. You will architect, design, and deploy low-latency, high-performance AI software that runs directly on edge hardware within the vehicle. You won't just be writing code; you will define the technical roadmap, mentor senior engineers, and collaborate across hardware, UI/UX, and vehicle software teams to bring intelligent features-like natural language voice assistants, driver monitoring systems (DMS), and predictive cabin personalization-to life. What You'll Do * Architectural Leadership: Design scalable, secure, and real-time software architectures for AI-driven features running on automotive-grade compute platforms (e.g., Qualcomm Snapdragon Digital Chassis, NVIDIA DRIVE). * Edge AI Optimization: Lead the deployment and optimization of machine learning models (LLMs, computer vision, audio processing) for resource-constrained edge devices using TensorRT, ONNX, or similar frameworks. * System Integration: Oversee the integration of AI pipelines with foundational infotainment operating systems, particularly Android Automotive OS (AAOS) and QNX. * Cross-Functional Strategy: Partner with product managers, data scientists, and hardware engineers to balance feature ambition with compute constraints. * Mentorship & Excellence: Elevate the engineering culture by establishing best practices for code quality, CI/CD, rigorous testing, and system performance profiling. Set the standard for technical excellence within the division. * Prototyping: Rapidly prototype new AI concepts and evaluate emerging frameworks to keep GM at the cutting edge of automotive technology., This role is based remotely, but if the selected candidate lives within a specific mile radius of a GM hub, they will be expected to report to the location three times a week {or other frequency dictated by your manager}. ## Related Videos - [Using WebAssembly to run, extend, and secure your application](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/652-using-webassembly-to-run-extend-and-secure-your-application) - [Developing an AI.SDK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/198-developing-an-ai-sdk) - [On developing smartphones on wheels](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/258-on-developing-smartphones-on-wheels) - [How Machine Learning is turning the Automotive Industry upside down](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/61-how-machine-learning-is-turning-the-automotive-industry-upside-down) - [For the Cars and the Curious: Android Drift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/499-for-the-cars-and-the-curious-android-drift) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [MLOps And AI Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/82-mlops-and-ai-driven-development) - [The State of WebDev AI 2025 Results: What Can We Learn?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/581-the-state-of-webdev-ai-2025-results-what-can-we-learn) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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