Description
Work Arrangement: This position is classified as a Hybrid position.
At General Motors, we envision a future characterized by zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion. We are pioneering the next generation of vehicle compute platforms, revolutionizing automotive software development, and integrating seamless connections between cloud and edge resources. Join us as we lead the way towards a sustainable and safe automotive future.
We are seeking a talented Senior Technical Lead with expertise in OpenTelemetry and the Open Agent Management Protocol (OpAMP) for remote agent configuration.
The Role
As a Senior Technical Lead specializing in OpenTelemetry and OpAMP, you will spearhead our efforts to integrate and optimize observability frameworks, managing the remote configuration of agents across multiple environments. This role requires a deep understanding of OpenTelemetry's capabilities and best practices in implementing scalable, robust observability solutions, along with a strong focus on the control plane for remote configuration. Your expertise will guide the development and enhancement of our observability infrastructure (embedded and back-office), ensuring it meets the complex demands of modern software architectures. This role is a technical individual contributor role that will require both technical leadership and software development. This role will report to the Director of Data Engineering.
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What You'll Do
- Lead OpenTelemetry Implementation : Design and oversee the implementation of OpenTelemetry and OpAMP across diverse software ecosystems to enhance observability and data collection.
- Architecture Design : Develop scalable and efficient observability architectures that integrate seamlessly with existing and new systems, utilizing OpenTelemetry and OpAMP for comprehensive visibility and control.
- Data Management Strategy : Establish data management strategies that optimize the collection, storage, and analysis of telemetry data, ensuring data accuracy and utility.
- Tool Integration and Customization : Integrate OpenTelemetry with other monitoring tools and platforms, customizing solutions to meet specific organizational needs, and manage the remote configuration of agents through OpAMP.
- Training and Documentation : Develop comprehensive documentation on the observability frameworks and conduct training sessions for technical teams to enhance their understanding and use of OpenTelemetry and OpAMP.
- Collaborative Development : Work closely with development teams to incorporate observability into the software development life cycle, enhancing code quality and system resilience.
- Innovation and Research : Stay abreast of advancements in observability technologies, particularly OpenTelemetry and OpAMP, to continuously improve and innovate our observability solutions.
Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in software development or systems architecture, with a focus on observability.
- Proven expertise in implementing OpenTelemetry in large-scale environments.
- Experience with agent control, OpAMP, and control plane architectures
- Strong programming skills in multiple languages (C/C++, Java, Python, Go, RUST, etc.).
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their monitoring tools.
- In-depth understanding of software development methodologies and lifecycle.
- Knowledge of CI/CD processes and tools.
What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)
- Master's degree in a relevant technical field.
- Certifications in cloud technologies and observability frameworks.
- Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Strong leadership skills and experience managing cross-functional teams.
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
This position offers the chance to lead in the deployment and refinement of state-of-the-art observability frameworks, contributing significantly to the operational excellence and innovation of our company. If you have a passion for OpenTelemetry, OAMP, and a commitment to enhancing software observability and control, we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of digital operations.
Benefits Overview
The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation plan currently includes the following benefits, in addition to many others:
- Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental benefits for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave;
- Healthcare, dental, and vision benefits;
- Life insurance plans to cover you and your family;
- Company and matching contributions to a Defined Contribution Pension plan to help you save for retirement;
- GM Vehicle Purchase Plan for you, your family and friends.
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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
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Diversity Information
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