Software Engineer - Simulation Tooling

Vacancy Status: This posting is not for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (New Head Count) AI Disclosure: As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role Remote - This role is categorized as remote. This means the successful candidate may be based anywhere in Canada and is not expected to report to a GM worksite unless directed by their manager.

About the role:   GM’s simulation team is looking for an experienced Staff Software Engineer to be a key technical leader in our mission to deliver autonomous driving technologies safely. This is a high-impact role where your work directly enables the validation of our most complex AI-driven systems.

Technical Vision : Contribute to the architectural roadmap for our Simulation Scenario Definition platform and/or its programmatic Python SDK.  Scalable Tooling : Lead the design and implementation of our next-generation graphical editing tools used by hundreds of engineers to precisely define complex traffic, environment, and sensor scenarios.  Performance & Infrastructure : Drive the evolution of our Python infrastructure, focusing on core algorithms for scenario serialization, validation, and integration with our large-scale cloud compute cluster.  Mentorship : Act as a hands-on mentor, setting the engineering excellence standard for API design, code quality, and testing practices across the team.    Requires Qualifications   7+ years  of professional experience in software development, with a significant portion focused on  large-scale platforms, tooling, or SDK development .  Proven ability to  lead technical projects from concept to production.  Expert-level proficiency in  Python , including deep knowledge of best practices, performance optimization, and building robust APIs/SDKs for external consumers.  Solid foundation in  3D graphics, computational geometry, and/or real-time simulation concepts .  A track record of  mentoring and coaching  mid-level and senior engineers, raising the technical bar, and driving code quality standards within a team.

(Bonus Points)   Experience with  C++  for performance-critical components or integration with simulation engines.  Direct experience developing or extending a  Domain-Specific Language (DSL)  or high-level scripting language.  Background in  game engines  (e.g., Unity, Unreal) or other professional simulation software.  Experience in  data visualization  techniques for large, complex datasets.  Familiarity with the architecture of  Autonomous Vehicle (AV) technology  (e.g., perception, planning, controls) or other complex robotics/safety-critical systems.

The salary range for this role is $167,000 to $216,200. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. 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: The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others: Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave. Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive. 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 and your family. Statut du poste vacant Ce poste ne correspond pas à un poste vacant existant au sein de l’organisation et est ouvert aux nouvelles