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# Staff Backend Software Engineer

- **Company:** General Motors
- **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $264,514.0 - $310,900.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, User Authentication, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Databases, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Distributed Systems, NoSQL, Message Oriented Middleware, Software Engineering, Google Cloud, Backend, Kotlin, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Microservices
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://generalmotors.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers_GM/job/Sunnyvale-California-United-States-of-America/Staff-Backend-Software-Engineer_JR-202617508

## About the Role

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field of study and Eight (8) years of experience as a Software Engineer or related occupation OR alternatively, a Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field of study and Six (6) years of experience as a Software Engineer or related occupation. Five (5) years of experience with: Backend programming languages including Java and Kotlin; and Building and operating distributed systems and microservices architectures. Four (4) years of experience with: RESTful APIs, asynchronous messaging, and event-driven systems; and Databases including relational and NoSQL, and data modeling. Three (3) years of experience with: Cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, and GCP, and containerized environments; CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment practices; and Security, authentication, and authorization concepts in backend systems.

## Description

DUTIES: Design, develop, and maintain large-scale backend systems and APIs that support business-critical applications and services. Lead the technical design and implementation of distributed systems, including service-oriented and event-driven architectures. Review code and technical designs to ensure quality, reliability, security, and performance. Troubleshoot complex production issues and lead root-cause analysis and remediation efforts. 20% domestic travel required. Hybrid Work Policy - 3 days In-office, 2 days remote - Must be able to report to local office.


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