Functional System Architect

General Motors

Functional System Architect guiding high-voltage battery controls and software architecture at General Motors. Shaping electrification systems for EV and plug-in hybrid vehicles.

Posted 9/9/2026full-timeMilford • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in requirements architecture, embedded control systems, and software development processes, with a strong focus on leading cross-functional teams and driving innovation in electrification domains. Proficient in managing complex engineering projects while ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

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Requirements ArchitectureEmbedded Control SystemsSAFe/Agile ProcessesSystems EngineeringTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

Embedded ControlsSoftware ArchitectureRequirements DevelopmentElectrificationSystem EngineeringFMEA DevelopmentTesting AutomationAPI DevelopmentFeature/Epic DecompositionValidation Strategies

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingEffective CommunicationMentoringCollaborationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

GitHubDNGDOORSJiraGIT EcosystemINCAData and AI Tools

Industry Keywords

Automotive EngineeringSafety Critical SystemsMechatronic ArchitectureSDV ArchitectureLifecycle Engineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the solution context and act as the Chief Architect for functional subsystems of the BHV Agile Release Train
Develop and drive the requirements architectural vision and ART solution context
Connect desired functionality to software implementation and ensure integration with hardware components
Lead contact for the BHV Engineering Pillar of the High Voltage Product Team
Define functional architecture vision, feature/epic decomposition, supporting technologies, interfaces, APIs, deployment requirements, and functional/non-functional requirements
Lead prioritization of the TFRP roadmap with Systems Engineering and the Product Team
Pursue innovation opportunities in the assigned domain
Own cross-functional FMEA linkage
Develop and approve system architecture requirements, models, and diagrams
Lead architecture-level development and testing
Oversee lifecycle engineering activities and ensure consistency and traceability of system requirements
Ensure robust, cost-effective validation strategies compliant with quality requirements
Lead technical solution discussions, product demonstrations, and leadership reporting
Guide SSLE requirements work and mentor/coaching SSLEs
Support SSTS technical requirements and BTS behavioral requirements development
Collaborate with technical specialists, system and software architects, and SSLEs to flow requirements architecture into ART features and enable story creation
Provide technical direction to agile teams throughout ART processes
Serve as subject matter expert for requirements architecture and the ART domain
Guide requirements management, diagnostic development, FMEA development, and acceptance criteria definition
Attend ART and scrum meetings
Support subsystem/solution requirements and validate system performance
Review and update the work backlog, determine technical feasibility, and estimate workload
Support resolution of critical functional, regulatory, compliance, and customer satisfaction issues
Facilitate closure of requirements-related PRTSs
Participate in Communities of Practice and share lessons learned, best practices, and intellectual property/results

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, electronics, automotive, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field required
7+ years of engineering experience related to embedded control systems, software, electrification, calibration, related hardware, and/or safety critical system development, system engineering
Good understanding of software development process and best practices
Experience with requirements development and automotive system engineering and architecture
Experience in electrification domains
Proficiency in embedded controls and software architecture and design trade-offs
Ability to work independently and effectively with others
Ability to think critically and provide effective solutions to complex issues
Ability to prioritize work with limited direction from manager
Ability to train and mentor others
High level of oral and written communication skills
Ability to communicate intent to leadership and technical details to executing teams
Ability to work cooperatively/collaboratively with Architecture, Controls, Software, and Hardware teams
Advanced degree in Engineering with a focus on Controls/Electrical Engineering/Computer Science preferred
10+ years of relevant engineering experience preferred
Experience leading activities/projects with high levels of ambiguity preferred
Proficiency in SAFe/Agile processes preferred
Experience with requirements management tools such as GitHub, DNG, and DOORS preferred
2+ years’ experience in embedded controls and software preferred
Familiarity with SDV Architecture preferred
Familiarity with embedded software, systems engineering, mechatronic architecture, testing automation frameworks, and/or build deployment preferred
Working knowledge of embedded controls development tools such as Jira/Jira Cloud, GIT ecosystem, and INCA preferred
Working experience leveraging data and AI tools in problem solving preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Potential eligibility for relocation benefits
Benefits supporting well-being at work and at home
Equal employment opportunity and inclusive workplace
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities