Job Information
General Motors Senior Manager Automation and Tools in Mountain View, California
Job Description
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Mountain View, CA, Austin, TX, or Warren, MI. at least 3 days a week.
About the Role
As a Sr. Manager Automation and Tools you will work with stakeholders across the Infotainment Organization as well as stakeholders across Organizations to develop a holistic strategy for automation and tools from feature development through regression. You will play a critical role in driving Quality at the feature and integration level, ensuring a single automation strategy, code standards, best practices, comprehensive toolset, and delivery of a high Quality Infotainment Product. You will have the opportunity to lead a team of highly skilled Software Quality Engineers and contractors.
Specific job responsibilities include:
Lead the development and implementation of automation frameworks and tools for embedded systems and Android applications
Manage a team of engineers and developers, providing mentorship and guidance to foster professional growth
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation needs and optimize processes for increased efficiency and reliability
Design and execute test strategies, ensuring robust coverage of software features and functionalities
Oversee the integration of automation tools into the software development lifecycle, promoting best practices and continuous improvement
Analyze project requirements and translate them into effective automation solutions using Python and related technologies
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in automation and software testing, recommending innovative solutions
Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to meet project goals and deadlines
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements throughout the automation process
Additional Job Description
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
Proven experience as a Quality and Release leader
9+ years of team leadership
Strong knowledge of Quality management principles, methodologies, and best practices
Proficiency in Python and experience with automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, Appium)
Strong knowledge of embedded systems and Android application development
Experience with CI/CD tools and methodologies (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI)
Solid understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development processes
Excellent leadership and team management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Experience with performance testing and monitoring tools is a plus
Experience with build automation and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to analyze complex release-related issues
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple releases and priorities simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
Proven experience as a Quality and Release leader
10+ years of team leadership
Strong knowledge of Quality management principles, methodologies, and best practices
Proficiency in Python and experience with automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, Appium)
Strong knowledge of embedded systems and Android application development
Experience with CI/CD tools and methodologies (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI)
Solid understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development processes
Excellent leadership and team management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Experience with performance testing and monitoring tools is a plus
Experience with build automation and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to analyze complex release-related issues
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple releases and priorities simultaneously
Relocation benefits may be provided.
Compensation:
The expected base compensation for this role is: $172,900- $344,800. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
You also need to include general information about potential commissions, if applicable.
Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.
Benefits:
Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more.
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Why Join Us
We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.
Diversity Information
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
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