2024 Fall Co-Op - ADAS Software Safety - Work From Home - Canada

Job Description

This role offers the following Work Appropriately strategies:

Remote: The position does not require an employee to be on-site full-time to perform most effectively. The employee's role enables them to work off-site on a permanent basis

About GM:

At General Motors we pride ourselves on designing, building and selling the world's best vehicles. We are seeking a new generation of visionaries to help launch bold engineering and business initiatives, and shape new directions for General Motors. As an intern or co-op student through our EXCEL (Exploring Careers through Experiential Learning) Program you will gain hands-on career specific experiences to maximize your real world potential.

The Role:

As a member of the Software Safety team, the Software Safety Co-op will support safety initiatives in all phases of system development (concept, requirements, design, implementation, verification, and validation) for software that is core to our Automated Driving and Active Safety (ADAS) systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead or participate in safety strategy discussions, collaborating with GM teams globally

• Support software safety teams in building block diagrams to support software integrity analysis

• Ensure alignment to GM safety and software development processes

• Develop, allocate, and verify software safety requirements to ensure completeness, consistency, and alignment to system-level safety requirements

• Lead or contribute to initiatives towards the continuous improvement of the safety and software development processes

Qualifications:

• Pursuit of a Master's or PhD degree in the following areas: Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science

• Able to work 40 hours per week in Canada and for 4 month term starting September 2024

• Knowledge of model-based engineering methods

• Beginner to intermediate knowledge on C++

• Basic experience with embedded software

• Familiarity with ISO 26262 and other functional safety standards such as IEC 61508, IEC 62304, or DO-178C

• Knowledge of safety analysis methods such as HAZOP, FMEA, FTA, and STPA

Desired Skills:

• Leadership, interpersonal, and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill complex subjects to a wider audience

• High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed

• Evidence of strong character with integrity, honesty, accountability and trust

• Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric

• Excellent project management skills and the proven track record to manage numerous projects at any given

• Possess strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

• Fundamental digital literacy including understanding of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSTION YOU MUST APPLY HERE AND APPLY THROUGH YOUR SCHOOL’S ONLINE SYSTEM AS REQUIRED

NOTE- YOU MUST BE ENROLLED IN A CO-OP OR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM AND MEET THE PROGRAM’S ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS.  ALL STUDENTS MUST ALSO BE LEGALLY ENTITLED TO WORK IN CANADA.

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities.  Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada Company, please advise if you require accommodation.

For more information about GM Canada, visit our website at www.gm.ca/careers

General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU DO NOT NEED SPONSORSHIP TO WORK IN CANADA NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. WE ARE UNABLE TO CONSIDER CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE SPONSORSHIP.

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 aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. 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. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

Diversity Information

General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.   We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. 

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada, please advise if you require accommodation. General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.