Sr Manager, AV Behavior Safety Engineering (GPSSC)

Job Description The Safety Assurance for Effective Autonomous Driving Software (SAFEu2011ADS) department is part of GMu2019s Global Product Safety, System, and Certification (GPSSC) organization. Our mission is to help GM deliver trusted automatedu2011driving products. As the central authority for automated driving system (ADS) safety, SAFEu2011ADS brings together experts from across the company to develop and maintain a comprehensive safety case including safety performance indicators for GMu2019s automatedu2011driving technologies. GMu2019s vision is zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestionu2014and autonomous vehicle safety is essential to achieving that vision. As Sr Manager, AV Behavior Safety Engineering, you will lead the strategy and support execution for how GM defines, measures, and validates the safety of SAE Level 3 u2013 4 Automated Driving Systems powered by machineu2011learned models. You will report into the AV Safety Strategy and Assurance organization and directly influence launch decisions for GMu2019s next generation of automated driving products. If you are passionate about safety, have deep experience in autonomous vehicle development and validation, and are a proven technical leader in AI/MLu2011driven systems, this role is an opportunity to shape how millions of people experience safe automated driving. The Role The AV Safety Strategy and Assurance team is seeking a handsu2011on technical senior manager with extensive experience in the endu2011tou2011end development lifecycle of autonomous vehicle behaviors, from ODD and behavior definition through simulation, closedu2011course, and publicu2011road validation. You will: Lead Technically + Reference and interpret standards such as ISO 21448 (SOTIF), ISO 5083, and AVSC best practices to define GMu2019s strategy for safe autonomous system development, validation and deployment + Own the behavioru2011focused portion of the ADS Safety Case, including key claims, sufficiency criteria, and recommended evidence for AV behavior safety performance. + Collaborate with Software Validation, Embodied AI, Simulation, and Safety Metrics teams to define the endu2011tou2011end AV behavior validation methodology for AIu2011driven systems. + Set the strategy for how we systematically break down ODDs and how performance is validated per behavior and in aggregate. + Collaborate on evaluation metrics, human benchmarks, and safety launch targets for AV behaviors and overall system performance. This includes supporting development of safety performance indicators (SPIs) for AV behaviors. + Assess AV performance across safety and reliability dimensions using simulation, closedu2011course, and publicu2011road data and provide clear, prioritized feedback to engineering teams + Define and run an assurance process to verify the sufficiency criteria and safety targets to support launch readiness Lead People + Hire, lead, and develop a highu2011performing AV behavior safety engineering team. + Set clear goals and expectations, provide coaching and mentorship, and grow the teamu2019s technical depth in AV behavior safety, validation, and safety case development. Why This Role Is Unique + Impact at Scale: Your work will directly influence how GM brings safe automated driving systems to millions of customers. + Endu2011tou2011End Ownership: You will own the strategy, framework, and evidence assessment for AV behavior safety. + Crossu2011Functional Reach: You will collaborate across AI, software, validation, simulation, metrics operations and vehicle program teams, shaping the direction of GMu2019s automated driving roadmap. Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field + 8+ years of experience in machine learning, engineering, data science, or a related field + 8+ years in autonomous vehicle or robotics development or related field + Demonstrated experience working on productionu2011intent AV programs + Track record providing technical safety leadership in AV development (e.g., defining safety strategies, risk assessments, validation methodologies, safety case contributions). + Deep understanding of AV behavior development: defining ODDs, behaviors, and evaluation criteria; analyzing simulation, closedu2011course, and publicu2011road test data; and generating prioritized, actionable recommendations for developers. + Experience applying AV safety standards and best practices, such as ISO 5083, ISO 21448 (SOTIF), and AVSC practices + Excellent communication and storytelling skills, including the ability to explain complex technical tradeoffs to executives and nonu2011technical stakeholders. + Proven ability to influence crossu2011functional teams (Software, AI/ML, Systems Engineering, Product, Program Management, Operations) without direct authority. + Strong problemu2011solving mindset, comfort with ambiguity, and a proactive attitude toward learning and continuous improvement. + 3+ years of people leadership experience, including hiring, leading, and growing highu2011performing technical teams. What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred qualifications) + Masters Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related field + Programming & Frameworks : Python , R, Java, PySpark, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, LangChain, SQL + Machine Learning & AI : Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI, RAG, Deep learning, Reinforcement Learning, Natural Language Processing (NLP), SVM, XGBoost, Random Forest, Decision Trees, Clustering + Cloud & Big Data Platforms: (Preferred Microsoft Azure (Data Lake, Machine Learning, Databricks)), Nice to Have (AWS (S3, SageMaker, Bedrock) or Google Cloud Platform (BigQuery, Dataflow, AI Platform) ) + Deployment & MLOps: MLflow , Model Monitoring & Versioning, Docker & Kubernetes, GitHub , Jira + Data Analysis & Visualization : Tableau, PowerBI, Pandas, NumPy Compensation : The compensation information is a good faith estimate only. It is based on what a successful applicant might be paid in accordance with applicable state laws. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position, as well as geography of the selected candidate. u2022 The salary range for this role is $250,600 and $384,600. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position. u2022 Bonus Potential: An incentive pay program offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance. Benefits: u2022 Benefits: GM offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, GM vehicle discounts and more. Company vehicle: Upon successful completion of a motor vehicle report review, you will be eligible to participate in a company vehicle evaluation program, though which you will be assigned a General Motors vehicle to drive and evaluate. Note: program participants are required to purchase/lease a qualifying GM vehicle every four years unless one of a limited number of exceptions applies. #LI-KE2 This role is categorized as remote. This means the selected candidate may be based anywhere in the country of work and is not expected to report to a GM worksite unless directed by their manager. The selected candidate will be required to travel The position is subject to export control restrictions and requires the successful candidate to be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee or refugee). 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Created: 2026-03-25