Vacancy StatusThis posting is not for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications. (New Head Count)AI DisclosureAs part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this roleHybridThis role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Markham Elevation Center three times per week, at minimumAbout the roleTheStaff System Architect – CoSim Diagnostics, NVM, Network & Data/Releaseowns the end‑to‑end architecture for:Diagnostic access ,NVM life‑cycle behavior, andnetwork behavior/corruption modelsinL3/L4 CoSimand related pipelines, andThedata model, traceability, dashboards, and documentationconnecting capabilities, packages, configs, tests, and results for theVirtualization organization .You will define how these behaviors and data flows are modeled, integrated into pipelines and exposed to test, quality, and program stakeholders, while ensuring alignment with security, safety, and release governance.Key Responsibilities1) CoSim & Virtual Platform Architecture (Diagnostics / NVM / Network)Owndiagnostic accessin L3/L4 CoSim and related pipelines.Define and implementdiagnostics integration, including:Support foroff‑board tools(J2534‑equivalent) into CoSim.Robust handling ofRIDs/DIDsand associated diagnostic data flows.DoIPflows in CoSim across virtual ECUs and networks.Provide cleardiagnostic access methods and patternsfor test and integration teams.Design and maintainNVM simulation behaviorin CoSim:Initialize fromprovided NVM snapshots .Save on sleepandrestore on boot .Support behaviorper configuration/variant .Ownsleep/wakeup and power mode behaviorinHWIO_SIMand related components, ensuring realistic ECU life‑cycle behavior.Define and documentNVM strategiesfor virtual environments and ensure consistent application across programs.Develop and maintainnetwork behavior modelsfor virtual environments, with a focus onEthernet/SOME-IPandCAN .Implementcorruption/injection capabilities(e.G., frame drops, bit flips, latency/jitter, malformed frames) to supportTFRPand other tests.Ensure network behavior models integrate cleanly with diagnostics and NVM behaviors for end‑to‑end test scenarios.Define wherediagnostics, NVM, and network featuresintegrate into:L3/L4 CoSim pipelinesSOLE/SystemBenchSILARTand related execution environmentsProvide clearAPIs, configurations, and integration contractsso pipelines can reliably configure and consume these capabilities.Work closely withPipeline & Execution ,Plant Modeling ,CoSim Package/Variant, andBuild & Toolchainteams to ensure seamless, reproducible behavior in CI/CD and execution flows.2) Data / Release, Traceability & Documentation (SILART & Virtualization)Define and maintain the traceability data modelconnecting:Capabilities → features → packages → variants/configs → test plans → runs → metrics .Implement and maintain data integrationsto:Ingest logs/results fromGMSIM ,SOLE ,Autobot/BDDbot, etc., into metrics stores (e.G.,InSPIRE or equivalent ).Build and support dashboards and reports(e.G.,Power BIor similar) covering:Execution metrics, coverage, and trends.Package and variant health for CoSim/SILART.Standardize release documentation, including:Markdownrelease notes for CoSim packages,



wired intoSOLE/portals .High‑level “ what changed / what was tested / under which configs ” overviews for stakeholders.Own user‑facing documentation migration and structure(e.G.,Centrals/Confluence ), and ensure it remains aligned with actual tooling, flows, and pipelines.3) HV/LV & Charging DomainBring or rapidly build strongHV/LV and charging system contextso CoSim behaviors and data models reflect how diagnostics, NVM, and network behavior impact HV/LV and charging use cases (e.G., AC/DC charge sessions, power flows, isolation, contactor behavior, DC/DC operation, safety interlocks).Apply working knowledge ofBattery Management System (BMS)behavior, including cell/pack monitoring, balancing, limits, and protections, to shape realistic CoSim behaviors and test scenarios.Incorporatestate‑of‑charge (SoC) ,state‑of‑health (SoH), and related HV battery KPIs into CoSim models, test conditions, and reporting so that coverage reflects real HV system constraints and degradation.Understand interactions betweenHV energy storage ,LV networks, andonboard/offboard charging equipment, and how faults or limits propagate across those domains.Consider relevantV2X/V2G charging interactionsand communication where applicable, ensuring virtual environments can represent key interface behaviors and failure modes.Work withHV/LV and charging feature teamsto ensure CoSim environments support representative scenarios, edge cases, and fault conditions (e.G., failed charge attempts, derating, thermal limits, connector/cable issues, 12V support/limits).Ensure traceability and reporting capture keyHV/LV and charging metrics and scenariosso stakeholders can understand coverage, residual risk, and readiness for programs.Your Skills & Abilities (Qualifications)Bachelor of Science degree inEngineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).12+ years of experience insoftware, systems, or platform engineering, including significant work withvirtualization, SIL/CoSim, or complex automotive ECU/tooling ecosystems .Strong understanding ofautomotive diagnostics, including:UDS(Unified Diagnostic Services)RIDs/DIDs(Routine/Diagnostic IDs)DoIP(Diagnostics over IP)Familiarity withNVM handlingandECU boot sequencesExperience withnetwork simulation or protocol stacks, such as:Ethernetand IP‑based communicationSimulated Ethernet or similar virtual network modelsHands‑on experience withmodeling/scriptingto implement behaviors and automation (e.G.,Simulink ,Python ,Robot Framework, or equivalent).Strong background indata modeling, ETL, and reporting/BI, ideally in an engineering or test context.Experience building and maintainingdata integrationsanddashboards/reports(e.G.,Power BIor similar) for execution metrics, coverage, and health.Scripting skills (Python ,PowerShell, or similar) forlog processingandAPI integration .Familiarity withJira, CI/CDpipelines,



andsimulation tools’ logging conventions(e.G.,GMSIM, dSPACE VEOS, ETAS COSYM, SOLE, Robot Framework, or similar).Excellentwritten communicationforuser documentationandrelease notes(Markdown, Confluence, Centrals, etc.).Proven ability to design, evolve, and maintainbehavioral and data modelsthat are consumed by multiple teams and tools.Strong collaboration skills withPipeline & Execution ,Plant Modeling ,CoSim Package/Variant ,Build & Toolchain ,Quality/Defect stakeholders, andPMO .Ability toinfluence architecture and standardsacross organizational boundaries and sites.What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)15+ years of experience insoftware, systems, or platform engineering, including leadership ofvirtualization, SIL/CoSim, or data/traceability platforminitiatives.Background inautomotive or complex embedded systems, especially in areas such asbattery management, propulsion, chassis, or body controls .Hands‑on experience designing or integratingSIL/CoSim environments(e.G.,virtual ECUs, FMUs, dSPACE VEOS, ETAS COSYM, SSP, or similar modeling/packaging standards).Experience withHV/LV and charging systems, including:BMS behavior, SoC/SoH, and HV battery limits/protections.AC/DC charging, onboard/offboard equipment, and interactions withLV networks .Charging‑related diagnostics and fault scenarios (e.G., failed charge sessions, derating, connector/cable and thermal issues).Experience withtest orchestration and execution managementacross distributed resources (e.G., Robot Framework, cloud or lab schedulers, execution farms).Experience building or evolvingtraceability and metrics platformsthat connect capabilities, features, packages, configs, test plans, and execution results.Exposure tocloud‑hostedorcontainerizedexecution environments for virtualization/SIL and data pipelines.Demonstrated ability tolead cross‑functional initiatives, influence technical direction without direct authority, and mentor senior engineers or architects.What You’ll BringAsystems-thinking mindsetacross diagnostics, NVM, network behavior, data/traceability, and release practices.A passion for buildingrealistic, observable, and well‑documented virtual environmentsthat accelerate development and validation.Strongproblem‑solving and debuggingskills in complex, data‑rich, cross‑team environments.The ability toset direction, standardize practices, andcommunicate clearlywith both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.CompensationThe salary range for this role is $147,000 to $196,600. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.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.BenefitsPaid time off including vacation days, holidays, and supplemental advantages for pregnancy, parental and adoption leave.Healthcare, dental and vision benefits including health care spending account and wellness incentive.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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Staff System Architect – Cosim Diagnostics, Nvm, Network & Data/Release - $147,000 - $196,600 A Year (Winnipeg)
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