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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Engineer - **Company:** General Motors - **Location:** Mountain View, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $190,000.0 - $220,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Advanced Linux Sound Architecture, Computing Platforms, ARM Architecture, Binary Space Partitioning, C++ (Programming Language), Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Linux, Memory Management, Embedded Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Ethernet, FreeRTOS, Linux Kernel, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, System on a Chip, Systems Integration, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Peripherals, System-level Testing, Information Technology - **Published:** August 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/44D70DD8212B4455B69EB961659CE6EC/job/ ## About the Role * 5+ years of experience in Embedded Software Developmen * Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS), specificallyFreeRTOSorSafeRTOS * Experiencein safety-critical software development with exposure to ASIL B and ASIL D standards (preferably in the automotive or industrialdomain) * Experience in Linux-based embedded operating systems * Strongproficiencyin C/C++ programming for embedded systems * Solid understanding of embedded hardware architectures, including processors, memory management, and peripherals * Knowledge of communication protocols including Ethernet, I2C, and UART * Solid understanding of Linux Kernel Frameworks (DMA, V4L2, ALSA, UART) * Experience deploying commercial embedded systems * Familiarity with ARM architectures * Experience withbring-up/validation/system level testing of SoC's Education * Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or equivalent * Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or equivalent preferred ## Description The Compute Systems Software team is a dynamic and fast paced team that designs, develops, and maintains the foundational embedded software platform for SDV solutions, including drivers, operating system, BSP and software stack. We are developing a world-class GM experience for our customers and driving real change in the most iconic automaker on the planet. Our team delivers platform solutions for high end SoCs which enables to run infotainment, ADAS, and other high compute application. We offer challenging positions for passionate professionals looking to advance their careers and be a part of an organization focused on innovation, speed, and business value., The OS Safety and Services team is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our team to work on high-compute System-on-Chip (SoC) platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in embedded systems design and development, particularly with Linux and Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS or SafeRTOS, and experience working on safety-critical software development under the ASIL (Automotive Safety Integrity Level) standards. Candidate will work with engineering teams across the software services and SoC vendors to build and manage a shared vehicle compute platform. What You'll Do * Develop software on a Real Time Operating System, likeFreeRTOSbasedSafeRTOS. * Develop software feature on Linux to control the powering and activation of devices and processes. * Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and integration * Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers and system architects, to ensure seamless integration of software with hardware * Collaborate with other engineers tooptimizeperformance, memory usage, and power efficiency for high-performance embedded systems * Contribute to the development of safety-critical software by applying best practices for embedded software development in automotive and other safety-critical domains ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [The best of two worlds - Bringing enterprise-grade Linux to the vehicle](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/67-the-best-of-two-worlds-bringing-enterprise-grade-linux-to-the-vehicle) - [For the Cars and the Curious: Android Drift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/499-for-the-cars-and-the-curious-android-drift) - [The Gashlycrumb Tinies of AI Networking You Must Know (or Languish!)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2067-the-gashlycrumb-tinies-of-ai-networking-you-must-know-or-languish) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Software defines the vehicle: Why customers and developers will love cars even more](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1114-software-defines-the-vehicle-why-customers-and-developers-will-love-cars-even-more) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know)