Senior Software Engineer, Simulation
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_on602, Santa Catalina Terrace, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara County, California, 94085, United States
About the Team
The Simulation team, part of the Autonomous Vehicle organization, is responsible for developing and advancing the simulation ecosystem that enables the growth and maturity of GM's autonomous driving technology. We develop scalable tools, workflows, and analysis capabilities that enable data-driven decisions across AV development, testing, and validation. Partnering with Autonomy, Systems, Safety, and other cross-functional teams, we provide the simulation foundation needed to assess system behavior, improve development velocity, and support end-to-end AV quality. We own large-scale scenario libraries, test and evaluation pipelines, and core infrastructure that support virtual testing, data analysis, model development, and validation within a unified framework.
About the Role
General Motors is a global leader in advanced driver assistance. With Super Cruise hands-free technology in more than 500,000 vehicles on the road and over 700 million hands-free miles driven, GM is proving that automation can be trusted, intuitive, and helpful. We have the global reach to bring cutting-edge advances to everyday drivers at an unprecedented scale.
In this role, you will help shape GM's core simulation platforms, turning complex system behavior into actionable insights to accelerate the development of safe, scalable autonomous vehicles. You will design and maintain large-scale test infrastructure and evaluation pipelines that quantify the accuracy, reliability, and efficiency of simulation tests. Your work will involve developing core simulation dashboards to deliver clear insights on test operations and simulation health to engineering teams and leadership. You will drive scalable simulation quality assessments and collaborate with cross-functional partners to define validation methodologies. Additionally, you will uphold high standards for code quality and software architecture while leveraging AI-assisted development tools to drive innovation in simulation testing.
Hiring Process
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Work location
Work model: Hybrid
602, Santa Catalina Terrace, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara County, California, 94085, United States
Sunnyvale, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDesign, build, and maintain large-scale test infrastructure and evaluation pipelines for autonomous vehicle software validation
- check_circleDevelop and maintain core simulation dashboards and reports to deliver actionable insights on test operations and system health
- check_circleDrive scalable simulation quality assessments, standardized processes, and automation for seamless integration with human analysis
- check_circleCollaborate with cross-functional partners to define and refine simulation validation methodologies and requirements
- check_circleUphold high standards for code quality and software architecture through code reviews and technical leadership
- check_circleMentor engineers on software engineering and simulation testing best practices
- check_circleLeverage AI-assisted development tools and analytics platforms to enhance productivity and drive innovation in simulation testing
Requirements
- verified5+ years of applied experience developing complex evaluation, simulation, or test frameworks
- verifiedProficient in developing Python for production systems
- verifiedBS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
Nice to Have
Experience testing and evaluating robotics systems or autonomous vehicles, including working on simulation frameworks. Experience working on test strategies and validation for safety-critical products. A strong, data-driven curiosity to investigate anomalies and systematically root-cause discrepancies. Familiarity with SQL, time-series data analysis, performance monitoring tools, and dashboarding systems (e.g., Looker, Streamlit).
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleHealth Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accountscheck_circleRetirement savings plancheck_circleSickness and accident benefitsLife insurance
