Senior Systems Engineer

About the Role

Join us in shaping the future of mobility at General Motors, where innovation drives everything we do. Our team is building next-generation  autonomous platforms , integrating advanced sensors and embedded systems to deliver safe, intelligent, and scalable solutions.

Why This Role Matters :

Autonomous systems rely on seamless integration of sensors and embedded compute platforms. Your work will directly influence reliability, performance, and safety, impacting millions of customers and setting industry benchmarks.

As a  Senior Systems Engineer , you will be at the heart of this transformation—leading systems engineering efforts that ensure seamless integration of sensors and compute platforms. This role combines technical depth with collaboration, giving you the opportunity to influence subsystem design, optimize performance, and contribute to the reliability and safety of cutting-edge autonomous technologies. You’ll work alongside world-class engineers in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment where your ideas matter and your impact is real.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead all aspects of systems engineering for sensors and embedded platforms, from requirements to integration.
• Own subsystem-level strategy and influence platform-wide decisions.
• Develop and maintain technical specifications, requirements, and interface definitions.
• Drive architectural reviews and enforce best practices for embedded development.
• Collaborate across hardware, software, and test teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team capability building.
• Communicate technical concepts effectively to stakeholders at all levels.

Required Skills :

Preferred Skills :

What’s In It for You :

Compensation :

The salary range for this role is $115,000 to $164,600. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

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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 :

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