Junior Software Engineer - Onsite
GM Performance Power Units - Concord, NC
Job Summary
GM Performance Power Units is developing and building a Formula 1 power unit. As a Junior Software Engineer on our growing team, you'll build the software and data products our people need to make better decisions faster. In this fast-paced, one-team startup environment, you'll own real products early, work directly with their users, and help shape how the team builds software.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and build data-intensive software: data models, databases, APIs, data pipelines, integrations, user interfaces, and cloud services.
- Work with Information Security and the wider Digital Technology Group to deliver secure, reliable solutions.
- Build, deploy, monitor, and continuously improve production systems using metrics and user feedback.
- Use agentic AI while understanding, validating, and owning the result.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with at least 1 year of experience (including internships and substantial projects), or at least 3 years of equivalent practical experience.
- Software development experience in a modern programming language.
- Working knowledge of data modeling, databases, APIs, version control, testing, debugging, and secure development practices.
- Demonstrated ability to discover problems, learn new approaches and technologies quickly, and apply them to working software.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and ownership skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Python, Go, TypeScript/JavaScript, or similar.
- Data modeling with relational, JSON, vector, or columnar data. (e.g. Parquet)
- AWS, CI/CD with GitHub, infrastructure as code (e.g. CloudFormation or Terraform), observability, or DevSecOps practices.
- Web applications, event-driven systems, semantic search, RAG, or MCP.
- Experience in Motorsports, manufacturing, aerospace, or a similar technical environment.
- Formula SAE, STEM Racing, robotics, industrial or embedded controls, or a comparable technical project.
Application Requirement
Please include a link to something you've built, such as a repository, project, or write-up, and a few sentences on why this role interests you.
Why Join Us
Ready to be part of a team that pushes boundaries both on and off the track? At GM Performance Power Units, we are developing a new era of performance for the Formula 1 grid. Joining us means entering a startup racing environment backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, giving you the rare opportunity to help build a world-class program from day one. We believe in rewarding innovation and powering potential. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from a competitive and comprehensive package designed to support your performance, well-being, and future, helping you thrive at every level.
That includes access to:
- Bonus scheme
- Private healthcare
- 401(k) plan including company match
- Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
- 32 days annual leave (including holidays)
- Free financial advisor access
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Subsidized on-site dining
- On-site gym
- Discounted GM vehicle purchase/lease program
- Free on-site EV charging for personal GM vehicles
It’s all part of our commitment to creating a workplace that’s as high-performing and forward-thinking as the people who make it succeed.
Join us and help power what’s next.
You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and performance of a next-generation Formula 1 power unit. Our culture rewards precision, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of performance.
Please note: GM Performance Power Units and all affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity employer(s). Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf.
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