Job Description

The Team:

General Motors’ Vision and Automation Services (VAAS), operating in Austin, TX; Mountain View, CA; Warren, MI; and Ireland, is at the forefront of developing innovative software solutions for modern manufacturing. Our team works across computer vision, AI, robotics, extended reality (XR), and scalable software platforms to improve vehicle quality and production processes. Our mission: enable GM to build vehicles with zero defects through smart automation and cutting-edge technology.

Why Work with Us

We’re building toward a future of Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. Achieving that bold vision takes passionate engineers who enjoy solving real problems with new ideas and modern tech stacks. If you thrive in a fast-paced, cross-disciplinary environment with a strong culture of ownership and curiosity, VAAS is where you can build impactful, real-world systems.

We blend immersive XR, AI perception, and industrial-scale software engineering into systems that power how our plants operate, inspect, and improve every day. You’ll join a team where game engines, machine learning models, and distributed compute pipelines come together to move the needle.

The Role:

As a Senior Software Engineer – XR & Computer Vision, you’ll lead the development of interactive applications that combine 3D visualization, real-time perception, and enterprise-grade software architecture. You’ll contribute to simulation environments, spatial computing tools, visual inspection platforms, and immersive training systems – all deployed at scale in GM’s global manufacturing operations.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Design and build interactive visualization and simulation systems using Unity or Unreal Engine across XR devices, web, and mobile.
• Integrate computer vision and perception pipelines into 3D and AR interfaces (e.g. pose estimation, anomaly detection, semantic segmentation).
• Develop high-quality, scalable application code in Python, C#, Java, or C++.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, product managers, and domain experts to co-develop solutions from prototype to production.
• Build and manage data models for 3D scene understanding, object detection, and factory mapping.
• Architect and deploy solutions using Docker, Kubernetes, and HPC clusters.
• Mentor team members, perform code reviews, and drive engineering best practices.
• Continuously explore and integrate emerging tools in vision, XR, and robotics.

Additional Job Description

What You'll Need (Required Qualifications):

• 5+ years in software engineering, including experience with production systems
• Solid grasp of computer science fundamentals: OOP, data structures, algorithms, concurrency
• 5+ years developing with Unity or Unreal Engine
• Experience building and deploying XR applications (AR/VR/MR) on mobile or HMDs
• Proficiency in one or more of: Python, C#, C++, Java, C++
• Experience integrating or working with computer vision models or sensor data (e.g. OpenCV, PyTorch, TensorRT)
• Familiarity with 3D modeling workflows using tools like Blender, Maya, or Siemens NX
• Track record of shipping applications into enterprise and industrial environments

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• Knowledge of PLM tools such as Teamcenter
• Experience with real-time video analysis, object tracking, or factory floor image pipelines
• Familiarity with cloud-native architectures and CI/CD practices
• Previous roles as Tech Lead or Software Architect in cross-functional teams

GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.

•This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

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