Senior Software Engineer, Simulation Engine
AI summary of the role
This role drives development of high-fidelity simulation frameworks for validating GM's autonomous driving software stack and supporting reinforcement learning model training.
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What you’ll do
- Drive development of simulation frameworks for high-fidelity and high-performance validation of the autonomy stack
- Build and maintain the gym environment for reinforcement learning model training
- Collaborate across large engineering organizations to deliver quality results
- Learn and improve the autonomous driving software stack, simulation frameworks, and RL model training
What you’ll bring
- BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Machine Learning or equivalent experience
- 5+ years relevant industry experience
- Strong programming skills in C++ and Python
- Track record of effective collaboration and continuous delivery in a hybrid or remote workplace
Technologies
C++ · Python · Unity · Unreal Engine · PhysX · reinforcement learning · LLM · autonomous driving simulation · gym environment
About General Motors
Global automaker selling Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Buick vehicles, plus financing and connected services, while shifting into EVs and driver assistance.
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Source and classification
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Job Description The Simulation group is solving one of self-driving’s most difficult problems: evaluating the performance of the autonomous driving software stack before it reaches public roads. As a software engineer on the Simulation Engine team, you will drive the development of our simulation frameworks that enable high-fidelity and high-performance validation of the autonomy stack, as well as the gym environment for reinforcement learning model training. We are looking for an engineer passionate about providing the best developer experience, and who can effectively drive collaborations across large engineering organizations. This role will lead you to learn the ins and outs of our autonomous driving software stack, simulation frameworks, and RL model training. Required Skills BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Machine Learning or equivalent experience 5+ years
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Job Description The Simulation group is solving one of self-driving’s most difficult problems: evaluating the performance of the autonomous driving software stack before it reaches public roads. As a software engineer on the Simulation Engine team, you will drive the development of our simulation frameworks that enable high-fidelity and high-performance validation of the autonomy stack, as well as the gym environment for reinforcement learning model training. We are looking for an engineer passionate about providing the best developer experience, and who can effectively drive collaborations across large engineering organizations. This role will lead you to learn the ins and outs of our autonomous driving software stack, simulation frameworks, and RL model training. Required Skills BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Machine Learning or equivalent experience 5+ years relevant industry experience Strong programming skills in C++ and Python. Clear track record of effective collaboration with customers and continuous delivery of quality results in a hybrid or remote workplace. Comfortable collaborating across large engineering organizations. Passion for safe, fully-electric, self-driving technology and its impact on the world Desired Skills Experience with building or extending AV/Robotic simulation Experience working on game engines such as Unity, Unreal Engin [... source excerpt omitted ...] ms, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more. #GM-AV-1 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 believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team. Benefits Overview From day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a [... source excerpt omitted ...] ers inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions
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