Engineering Feature Owner - Phone Integration

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Job Description

Feature owners are the single-point of contact for critical feature definition and function. They are recognized leaders in their domain responsible for function and definition of feature content to create and meet performance requirements. In this role you'll interact across organizations to ensure features/functions are integrated effectively into the vehicle and implement new features/functions. You'll be responsible for the Phone Integration into the Infotainment System. This technology through wired or wireless integration allows the end customer to use their smartphone safely and easily whilst driving, making it possible to make phone calls, messaging, listening to music and navigating through the in-vehicle touchscreen or voice activated controls.

Responsibilities:

• Identify, communicate, and deliver on Phone Integration roadmap
• Manage Certification of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Manage Phone Dialer Application Feature in collaboration with Software and UX Teams.
• Lead development of global engineering requirements for Phone Integration
• Support tier 1 and 2 developments of the Phone/Device technologies into GM products
• Lead advanced development work in the Phone Integration domain
• Build and maintain relationships across the Phone Integration ecosystem community including Partner collaboration (Apple, Google, Samsung, etc..)
• Lead Cross-Functional Feature Development Teams (system engineers & other key stakeholders)
• Feature Performance Requirements including KPI (Key Performance Indicators)
• Determine Feature Set & Sizing Recommendations
• Perform System Modelling Tool Requirements
• Allocate System Requirements for Feature
• Responsible for System DFMEA/Fault Tree Analysis
• Drive Validation & Verification plan for feature(s).
• Stays abreast of new technology and competitive products
• Travels as required

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant work experience
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering
• Experience in Wired and Wireless Connectivity technologies (USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy, Near Field Communication, Phone Integration (Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Baidu CarLife, etc.)
• Understanding of automotive infotainment system operation
• Experienced with embedded automotive modules
• Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area required
• Exhibits appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals
• High level of oral and written communication skills
• High level analytical ability where problems are unusual and complex

Additional Job Description

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Benefits Overview

The goal of the General Motors total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan incudes, the following benefits, in addition to many others:
Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents;
Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement;
Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values;
Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing;
Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

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.GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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