About the Role
We are seeking a Digital Innovation Software Engineer to develop practical software solutions that enhance plant and business operations. This role combines software engineering, workflow automation, data analytics, and applied AI to solve real-world problems, streamline processes, and create tools for increased team effectiveness.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, test, and maintain internal applications and digital tools that improve business and operational workflows.
- Develop workflow automations that reduce manual effort, improve accuracy, and accelerate turnaround time.
- Create data-driven solutions that help teams monitor performance, identify trends, and make better decisions.
- Apply AI and analytics capabilities where they provide clear business value, including summarization, pattern detection, prediction, or process support.
- Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements, define use cases, and translate needs into technical solutions.
- Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code using standard engineering practices.
- Support solution deployment, troubleshooting, enhancement, and continuous improvement after launch.
- Build dashboards, reports, or lightweight interfaces that make information easier to access and act on.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, documentation, and technical design discussions.
- Contribute ideas that improve engineering practices, delivery speed, and overall solution quality.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field, OR equivalent practical experience.
- Experience designing, developing, and supporting software applications or automation solutions.
- Proficiency in at least one back end modern programming language such as Python, SQL, or C#.
- Proficiency in at least one front end modern programming language such as Visual Basic, JavaScript, or Java.
- Experience working with APIs, data integration, PLC, or system-to-system connectivity.
- Familiarity with databases, SQL, and data transformation concepts.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to break down complex business needs into practical technical solutions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Skills
- Python
- SQL
- C#
- Visual Basic
- JavaScript
- Java
- APIs
- Data integration
- PLC
- System-to-system connectivity
- Databases
- Data transformation
- Analytics
- Reporting
- Dashboard tools
- AI
- Machine learning
- Cloud platforms
- Version control
- Software development practices
Location
- Tonawanda
Work Type
- Onsite
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Equivalent practical experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field
Salary/Compensations
- $98,300.00 - $150,700.00
Benefits
- Relocation benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement savings plan
- Sickness and accident benefits
- Life insurance
- Paid vacation & holidays
- Tuition assistance programs
- Employee assistance program
- GM vehicle discounts
About the Company
- 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.
- 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.
Equal Opportunity
- General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters 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 that match their skills and capabilities.
- Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment.
- General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
