2027 Winter Co-op Data Engineering Software Developer

Job Description

Vacancy Status:

This posting is not for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (New Head Count)

AI Disclosure:

As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role.

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham Elevation Centre (MEC)or Oshawa Elevation Centre (OEC) three times per week at minimum, or other frequency dictated by the business.

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.

Collaborating on innovation challenges, interacting with Industry leaders, attending cross‑functional networking events and volunteering for community service activities.

The Role

The Data Engineering organization at General Motors is driving innovation by harnessing data to shape the future of mobility. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail‑oriented Co‑Op Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will contribute to the development of software pipelines that configure the behavior of vehicle data recording systems, including both the Control and Data planes. This position requires a solid foundation in software development principles and strong collaboration skills to work effectively across diverse engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, a passion for data‑driven systems, and experience in managing and scaling data flows.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Develop and maintain configuration files that define the operational state of the vehicle's Control and Data planes.

• Design, implement, and maintain software pipelines to verify the integrity of vehicle data and control plane parameters.

• Build software tools to ingest, cross‑check, manage changes, and release data recording configuration files.

• Create workflows for automated verification of configuration parameters.

• Maintain detailed records of configuration files, including parameter definitions, boundaries, optimal values, and system‑level impacts.

• Support CI/CD and DevOps initiatives for automated integration, testing, and release of vehicle data recording software parameters.

• Analyze vehicle data logs to identify discrepancies and optimize system performance.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of vehicle data recording and analytics software.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical engineering, Data Science, Data Engineering or equivalent

• Eligible to work full time hours, 40 hours a week for a term of 8 or 12 months (consecutive semesters) starting January 2027

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C/C++.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of software development principles and best practices.

• Prior experience with Eco Car/ Auto drive or similar projects.

• Experience with GitHub, GitHub Actions, and workflow automation.

• Solid grasp of logging and data processing concepts.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a team‑oriented mindset.

• Experience with calibration/configuration tools and processes.

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and their logging services.

• Contributions to data‑intensive open‑source projects.

• Expertise in CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.

• Knowledge of embedded software development and optimization.

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

The monthly salary range for this role is $4,264.00 to $4784.00. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

Sponsorship: 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

THIS JOB IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR RELOCATIONS BENEFITS. ANY RELOCATION COSTS WOULD BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SELECTED CANDIDATE.

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

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 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.

Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities

General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. 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.
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. To learn more, visit How we Hire.

Accommodations

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