Senior Software Engineer – Vehicle Order Fulfillment

General Motors

Senior Software Engineer modernizing GM manufacturing applications with Java, React, and microservices. Leading resilient platforms that support plant execution and vehicle production at scale.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing enterprise-grade applications using Java and React, with a strong focus on modern software architecture, CI/CD practices, and mentoring junior engineers. Proficient in driving technical initiatives and fostering a collaborative engineering culture.

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Java DevelopmentReact Application DevelopmentQuarkus FrameworkCI/CD Pipeline CreationMentoring and Coaching

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Hard Skills

JavaReactQuarkusHibernateREST APIsMicroservicesDesign PatternsDebuggingOptimizationSQL

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationPlanning CapabilitiesCollaborationTechnical Feedback

Tools & Technologies

DockerKubernetesGitHub ActionsRed Hat OpenShiftAgile Methodologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer ScienceMaster’s Degree in Software Engineering

Industry Keywords

Software EngineeringEnterprise ApplicationsAgile DevelopmentTest-Driven DevelopmentClean Architecture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformHibernateJavaKubernetesMicroservicesOpenShiftReactSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and communicate a technical vision aligned with product requirements and goals
Collaborate with architects on technology decisions and innovative strategies
Evaluate new technologies and drive strategic innovation initiatives
Lead end-to-end design, development, and delivery of enterprise-grade React and Java applications
Build solutions using Java, Quarkus, React, microservices, and modern software architecture
Apply SOLID principles, test-driven development, clean architecture, shared libraries, utilities, and component-based development
Lead adoption of Quarkus, Docker, Kubernetes, and Red Hat OpenShift infrastructure and deployment strategies
Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines for code integration, testing, and deployment using tools such as GitHub Actions
Ensure application security, reliability, and observability through logging, monitoring, and incident response planning
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance engineering culture
Mentor and coach junior engineers and provide technical feedback and growth opportunities
Participate in engineering ceremonies and align with product managers, architects, and engineers
Advise the persistent team by translating complex technical topics into business-relevant insights
Propose technologies, define architectural approaches, and establish pragmatic solutions and best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
7+ years of software engineering experience with a heavy focus on Java
3+ years mentoring peers and driving technical initiatives
Hands-on experience with React, Quarkus, Hibernate, REST APIs, microservices, and design patterns
Proficiency with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, automated testing, and agile methodologies
Deep understanding of software engineering principles and modern system design
Strong debugging and optimization skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional planning capabilities to translate features into user stories, prioritize them, and communicate their details
No GM immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future; applicants must not require H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, or other listed immigration support
Applicants may be required to complete role-related assessments and/or pre-employment screening
Preferred: 3+ years of experience in React, Kubernetes/Docker, Quarkus, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
Preferred: 3+ years of experience with complex SQL queries, functions, and stored procedures
Preferred: 3+ years of experience with SCRUM development methodology

Benefits

Comp & perks

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits
GM benefits supporting well-being at work and at home
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities