In recent years, GM Information Technology has successfully executed the largest IT transformation in the history of the automotive industry, fully insourcing what once was a nearly completely outsourced IT function. Today GM IT is a dynamic and fast paced organization that designs, develops and maintains all IT infrastructure, applications and solutions enabling GM’s global operations. From designing and building the next generation of electric and other vehicles to developing a world-class GM experience for our dealers and customers, GM IT is driving real change in the most iconic automaker on the planet. Our team delivers unique enterprise-wide IT solutions in cutting-edge technologies such as mobility, telematics, mission-critical business systems, supercomputing, cloud, vehicle engineering and real-time computing. We offer challenging positions for passionate professionals looking to advance their careers and be a part of an IT organization focused on innovation, speed and business value.
As a General Motors Software Development Manager, you will be responsible for leading and management of one or more software development teams. You will be responsible for developing and coaching the team, and ensuring an inclusive culture, where people are empowered to do their best work, where innovation is the norm and where people lead by example. Culture is extremely important and you will help to set that culture, one where people are encouraged to try things, to learn, to develop and to take ownership. Whilst you will likely not be coding every day, you will need to have a deep understanding of technology and latest industry trends.You will ensure that software is designed and developed using sound, repeatable, industry standard methodologies and in accordance with GM’s software development project methodology; including but not limited to standards in code quality, performance, stability, security and overall alignment and compliance with project objectives. You will be expected to be familiar and proficient with each of the following capabilities:
- Project administration and record-keeping Multi-functional collaboration with other development teams and/or support functions
- Career development coaching and mentoring activities for team members and direct reports.
- Project scheduling and time management
- Responsible for the delegation and coordination of development activities across each team to ensure high utilization of resources while delivering world-class software across many platforms.
- Manages a team and is responsible for staffing, communicating, training and development, directing and prioritization of work, evaluating performance and removing roadblocks.
- Provides career guidance and mentoring of both software developers as well as junior managers. Assures that team adheres to all GM Resource Requirements such as Timekeeping, Project Management and Training
- Builds a diverse and effective team by identifying/selecting the best talent. Responsible for directing and prioritizing work, managing performance and providing guidance / coaching to team members. Manages the culture within their team, holds themselves and others accountable for demonstrating GMs values and cultural behaviors. Models GM behaviors and creates a winning culture.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Must have experience and be comfortable leading highly technical teams through the Agile development process utilizing industry standard/best practice for software development approaches
