Staff Backend Engineer designing and implementing scalable backend systems in Python for digital risk protection platforms. Collaborating with senior engineers to evolve architecture and ensure reliability.
About the role
- Senior Software Engineer designing and operating scalable systems for GM's autonomous vehicle mapping team. Collaborating cross-functionally to integrate systems for national-scale deployments.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement scalable, reliable distributed backend systems to support mapping workflows at national scale.
- Build and evolve data pipelines and microservices for map ingestion, transformation, storage, and release.
- Own the design and implementation of well-scoped components or services within larger mapping systems.
- Collaborate with engineers across Mapping, Localization, Perception, Simulation, and Offboard teams to integrate systems and define clear interfaces.
- Ensure systems meet performance, reliability, and operational requirements, including monitoring, alerting, and on-call readiness.
- Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and technical discussions to uphold engineering quality and best practices.
- Mentor junior engineers through code reviews, design feedback, and day-to-day technical guidance.
- Debug and resolve production issues across services, data pipelines, and infrastructure.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience designing, implementing, and operating distributed systems in production.
- Bachelors degree in related field or relevant work experience.
- Strong proficiency in Python (optional C++, TypeScript), with solid system-level programming fundamentals.
- Strong proficiency in databases, data modeling, caching, and service-oriented architectures.
- Experience building and deploying services on major cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
- Experience with data orchestration pipelines or ETL systems (e.g., Airflow or similar).
- BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.
- Ability to independently deliver well-scoped projects with high engineering quality and reliability.
Benefits
- Work on large-scale distributed systems that directly power autonomous vehicle capabilities.
- Collaborate closely with experienced Staff and Principal engineers on technically challenging problems.
- Gain exposure to national-scale data pipelines and real-world production systems.
- Be part of a mission-driven team shaping the future of autonomous transportation.
- This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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