Senior Software Architect (C++/Python)

Location: Hybrid, with on-site reporting at least 3 times per week in Milford, Michigan or Warren, Michigan. Relocation benefits are available for candidates who qualify under company policy. Immigration-related sponsorship is not available; candidates must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Company

hirify.global develops automotive products and technologies focused on Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion.

What you will do

• Lead technical direction for infrastructure areas including Communications, Controller Safety, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Diagnostics, Programming, and Moding.
• Translate ECU-level requirements into clear, testable Solution and POD requirements.
• Create Gherkin scenarios and develop reusable C++ and Python-based test automation.
• Drive defect triage, root cause analysis, and issue resolution across requirements, software, and validation.
• Improve traceability, quality, and productivity through modern tooling, CI/CD, and AI-enabled engineering workflows.
• Mentor engineers in requirements authoring, automation, AUTOSAR, diagnostics, and testing best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of relevant software experience, including test automation for embedded or distributed systems.
• Strong C++ and Python skills for test automation, tooling, or framework development.
• Working knowledge of AUTOSAR Classic or similar embedded platforms.
• Experience with CAN, LIN, Ethernet, UDS, and DoIP.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, testing methods, and CI/CD.
• Ability to turn complex behavior into testable requirements and drive issues to closure across cross-functional teams.
• Experience using AI or LLM tools to improve engineering efficiency, design quality, or process flow.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• 7–10 years of experience in embedded, infrastructure, or automotive software, ideally in SDV or similarly scaled architectures.
• Experience with HIL systems, bench automation, vehicle testing, and service-oriented communication such as SOME/IP, DDS, or REST.
• Experience extending automation frameworks, dashboards, and metrics.
• Experience leading technical initiatives and mentoring engineers.
• Strong practical use of AI and LLM tools for requirements generation, test creation, debugging, and faster development cycles.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work with regular on-site attendance at the assigned location.
• Relocation benefits may be available under company policy.
• Employee benefits and total rewards support well-being at work and at home.
• Inclusive, non-discriminatory workplace with reasonable accommodations available.

Hiring process

• Applicants may be required to complete role-related assessments and/or pre-employment screening.