Staff Data Engineer, Vehicle Telematics

General Motors is seeking a Staff Data Engineer for their Vehicle Telematics team in Austin, TX. This role is at the heart of GM's software-defined vehicle strategy, working with telematics data to enhance safety, security, and product development. The position involves building and maintaining large-scale systems that process data from millions of vehicles globally.

As a Staff Engineer, you'll lead the development of a platform that enables thousands of use cases requiring telematics data. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering, focusing on building scalable data platforms and pipelines using modern technologies like Spark, Kafka, and cloud services. You'll work with petabyte-scale data processing and be responsible for implementing robust data governance and quality systems.

The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $165,000 to $253,200, plus bonus potential and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401k, and unique perks like a company vehicle program. The role is hybrid, requiring presence in the Austin office three times per week.

This is a high-visibility position perfect for an experienced data engineer who wants to impact the future of automotive technology. You'll work on cutting-edge projects involving intelligent transportation systems (ADAS) and electric vehicles (EV), while leading and mentoring other engineers. The role requires deep expertise in data engineering, cloud platforms, and distributed systems, combined with strong leadership and collaboration skills.

GM's mission of Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion provides a meaningful context for your work, as you'll be directly contributing to the next generation of automotive technology. The company offers a supportive, inclusive environment with opportunities for professional growth and direct impact on products used by millions of customers worldwide.