As a Salesforce Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and test Salesforce solutions while collaborating with stakeholders, optimizing performance, and driving improvements in productivity.
Description
Salesforce Software Engineer
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Technical Innovation Center in Austin (TX) or Warren (MI) three times per week, at minimum. This position can be located at either of these 2 locations.
At General Motors, we are transforming the future of mobility and enhancing customer experience through innovation and technology.
The Role
We are seeking a driven and talented Salesforce Software Engineer to join our team. This role provides an opportunity to develop and support cutting-edge Salesforce solutions while contributing to our GM Energy processes and business objectives.
We are looking for someone will bring strong technical expertise, initiative, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a fast-paced environment. This role requires a focus on quality, performance, and innovation, with opportunities to grow technical and professional skills.
What You'll Do
Additional Description
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
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 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.
Total Rewards | Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
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.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
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 (U.S. and Canada)
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [email protected] or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Salesforce Software Engineer
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Technical Innovation Center in Austin (TX) or Warren (MI) three times per week, at minimum. This position can be located at either of these 2 locations.
At General Motors, we are transforming the future of mobility and enhancing customer experience through innovation and technology.
The Role
We are seeking a driven and talented Salesforce Software Engineer to join our team. This role provides an opportunity to develop and support cutting-edge Salesforce solutions while contributing to our GM Energy processes and business objectives.
We are looking for someone will bring strong technical expertise, initiative, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a fast-paced environment. This role requires a focus on quality, performance, and innovation, with opportunities to grow technical and professional skills.
What You'll Do
- Design, develop, and test Salesforce solutions, including Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWCs), Visualforce pages, and process automations.
- Develop automated test scripts and refine code for performance optimization.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define user and system specifications and translate these into effective technical solutions.
- Apply foundational practices such as the software development lifecycle (SDLC), test-driven development (TDD), and version control.
- Leverage critical thinking and debugging skills to identify and resolve technical issues.
- Participate in architectural and design reviews to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with peers, mentors, and managers to enhance team contributions.
- Identify opportunities to drive improvements in productivity and efficiency.
- Suggest novel solutions to complex problems and proactively contribute to team and project goals.
- Demonstrates very good understanding of the processes and procedures relevant to own work area with the ability to exercise decision-making skills sufficient to identify and propose solutions to leadership. Understands different areas of their function and how the operations of their area relate to others.
- Identifies and corrects non-routine problems in existing systems and processes through independent judgment. Independently identifies and applies appropriate company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
- Works under general supervision with limited guidance and direction. Determines an appropriate course of action within broad guidelines and can handle nearly every standard or typical request independently.
Additional Description
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- Bachelor's degree in Engineer, Computer Science or related field
- 3+ years of salesforce software engineering/development experience
- In-depth expertise in Salesforce development (Apex, LWCs, Visualforce, SOQL)
- Ability to manage multiple timelines and deliverables effectively
- Strong engineering practices in a specific domain with demonstrated proficiency in software development, testing, and debugging
- Self-driven with a proven ability to learn and grow with mentoring and guidance
- Working knowledge of additional programming languages and software design principles
- Experience with Salesforce integrations using APIs and middleware (e.g., MuleSoft)
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- Higher levels of education (Master's degree)
- Working knowledge of additional programming languages and software design principles
- Experience with Salesforce integrations using APIs and middleware (e.g., MuleSoft)
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to suggest novel solutions to complex problems
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within and outside the team
This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.
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 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.
Total Rewards | Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
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.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
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 (U.S. and Canada)
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [email protected] or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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