General Motors
Software Engineering Manager - Consumer Asset Visualization
General Motors, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Work Arrangement:
This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Austin, TX three times per week.
About the Organization This position is part of
Marketing Services , whose main initiative is
Project Vedo,
an end-to-end visualization platform that powers GM’s digital experiences. Vedo includes authoring tools for artists, a publishing pipeline, and delivery of assets across GM’s ecosystem.
About the Team The
Consumer Asset Visualization (CAV)
team owns Vedo’s delivery layer. We integrate immersive visualization experiences into websites, mobile apps, in-vehicle systems, smartwatches, and VR headsets. Our goal is to deliver consistent, high-quality experiences across all devices, operating systems, and network conditions.
Key Responsibilities Strategy and Execution
Lead technical strategy and execution for cross-platform integration, SDKs, runtimes, and delivery APIs that power Vedo experiences.
Build strong partnerships across GM engineering and brand teams to align roadmaps and drive Vedo adoption.
Own observability and reliability for CAV integrations end to end, ensuring scalability, compliance, and performance.
Collaborate with Security, Privacy, and Brand Marketing to deliver secure, performant, and consistent multi-surface experiences.
Team Leadership and Growth
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers to drive technical excellence and growth.
Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture centered on learning and innovation.
Strengthen communication and alignment between engineering, product, and design.
Identify and implement productivity and process improvements across the development lifecycle.
Product and Stakeholder Collaboration
Partner with product and design teams to define and deliver impactful features for creators.
Engage with stakeholders to prioritize initiatives that align with strategic goals.
Communicate technical trade-offs and insights clearly to leadership.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
7+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 2+ years in an engineering management role.
Experience building cross-platform client libraries across web, mobile, and embedded environments.
Expertise in software architecture, scalability, and performance optimization.
Strong understanding of observability, monitoring, and performance profiling in complex systems.
Proven ability to mentor engineers, lead technical discussions, and drive team-wide initiatives.
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
Proficiency in modern C++, Java, Kotlin or TypeScript/JavaScript, with experience building SDKs or runtimes for multi-platform delivery.
Experience with 3D engines or frameworks (Unreal, Unity, WebGL, Three.js, Babylon.js, OpenUSD, Material X or equivalent).
Understanding of graphics pipelines, including materials, shaders, and asset streaming.
Proficiency in API design and integration (REST, GraphQL, or gRPC).
Strong knowledge of algorithm design and optimization techniques for high-performance rendering.
Why Join Us?
Impact:
Shape the future of an industry-leading 3D visualization platform used by global brands.
Collaboration:
Work with a talented and passionate team that values technical excellence and innovation.
Growth:
Career development opportunities, challenging projects, and continuous learning support.
Innovation:
Be part of a team driving next-generation authoring tools for immersive experiences.
Additional Information: Company Vehicle:
Upon successful completion of a motor vehicle report review, you will be eligible to participate in a company vehicle evaluation program, through which you will be assigned a General Motors vehicle to drive and evaluate. Note: program participants are required to purchase/lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless one of a limited number of exceptions applies.
This position may be eligible for relocation.
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
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About the Organization This position is part of
Marketing Services , whose main initiative is
Project Vedo,
an end-to-end visualization platform that powers GM’s digital experiences. Vedo includes authoring tools for artists, a publishing pipeline, and delivery of assets across GM’s ecosystem.
About the Team The
Consumer Asset Visualization (CAV)
team owns Vedo’s delivery layer. We integrate immersive visualization experiences into websites, mobile apps, in-vehicle systems, smartwatches, and VR headsets. Our goal is to deliver consistent, high-quality experiences across all devices, operating systems, and network conditions.
Key Responsibilities Strategy and Execution
Lead technical strategy and execution for cross-platform integration, SDKs, runtimes, and delivery APIs that power Vedo experiences.
Build strong partnerships across GM engineering and brand teams to align roadmaps and drive Vedo adoption.
Own observability and reliability for CAV integrations end to end, ensuring scalability, compliance, and performance.
Collaborate with Security, Privacy, and Brand Marketing to deliver secure, performant, and consistent multi-surface experiences.
Team Leadership and Growth
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers to drive technical excellence and growth.
Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture centered on learning and innovation.
Strengthen communication and alignment between engineering, product, and design.
Identify and implement productivity and process improvements across the development lifecycle.
Product and Stakeholder Collaboration
Partner with product and design teams to define and deliver impactful features for creators.
Engage with stakeholders to prioritize initiatives that align with strategic goals.
Communicate technical trade-offs and insights clearly to leadership.
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
7+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 2+ years in an engineering management role.
Experience building cross-platform client libraries across web, mobile, and embedded environments.
Expertise in software architecture, scalability, and performance optimization.
Strong understanding of observability, monitoring, and performance profiling in complex systems.
Proven ability to mentor engineers, lead technical discussions, and drive team-wide initiatives.
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
Proficiency in modern C++, Java, Kotlin or TypeScript/JavaScript, with experience building SDKs or runtimes for multi-platform delivery.
Experience with 3D engines or frameworks (Unreal, Unity, WebGL, Three.js, Babylon.js, OpenUSD, Material X or equivalent).
Understanding of graphics pipelines, including materials, shaders, and asset streaming.
Proficiency in API design and integration (REST, GraphQL, or gRPC).
Strong knowledge of algorithm design and optimization techniques for high-performance rendering.
Why Join Us?
Impact:
Shape the future of an industry-leading 3D visualization platform used by global brands.
Collaboration:
Work with a talented and passionate team that values technical excellence and innovation.
Growth:
Career development opportunities, challenging projects, and continuous learning support.
Innovation:
Be part of a team driving next-generation authoring tools for immersive experiences.
Additional Information: Company Vehicle:
Upon successful completion of a motor vehicle report review, you will be eligible to participate in a company vehicle evaluation program, through which you will be assigned a General Motors vehicle to drive and evaluate. Note: program participants are required to purchase/lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless one of a limited number of exceptions applies.
This position may be eligible for relocation.
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
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