Work arrangement: This opening is hybrid; the successful candidate is expected to report to the office – Markham Elevation Centre (MEC) three times per week at minimum.About The RoleGeneral Motors is undergoing a major transformation in how we engineer and validate software‑defined vehicles (SDV), investing heavily in virtual test environments and Software‑in‑the‑Loop (SIL) capabilities to support our vision of ZERO Crashes, ZERO Emissions, and ZERO Congestion.As the Agile Release Train (ART) Lead – Virtualization and SIL Integration, you will lead the SIL ART responsible for delivering virtual test environments, co‑simulation assets, and supporting services used to develop, verify, and validate embedded controllers and calibrations across domains such as propulsion, battery management, chassis/brakes, and body controls.You will act as a servant leader and coach for the ART, ensuring flow of value, strong cross‑team coordination, and disciplined execution of SAFe/Agile practices, with a particular focus on Jira hygiene, metrics, and cross‑scrum alignment.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the Virtualization and SIL Integration ART, aligning teams to program vision, roadmap, and value streams.Facilitate Program Increment (PI) planning, including preparation, execution, and follow‑up on objectives, risks, and dependencies.Ensure consistent iteration cadence and ceremonies across scrums.Monitor and drive predictable delivery against ART commitments.Foster a culture of relentless improvement, transparency, and collaboration across all teams in the train.Scrum of Scrums & Cross‑Team CoordinationFacilitate and continuously improve the Scrum of Scrums for SIL teams.Surface and drive resolution of cross‑team impediments, risks, and dependencies.Partner with Product Management, System Architects, and Engineering leaders to align priorities, sequencing, and scope across the ART.SIL ART Jira Hygiene (Features, Needs, Defects)Own SIL ART Jira hygiene standards and practices.Ensure consistent use of Features, Needs, and Defects across teams.Maintain clear status, ownership, acceptance criteria, and traceability.Support consistent use of Jira structures (epics, features, stories, sub‑tasks).Establish and monitor dashboards and metrics (throughput, cycle time, aging WIP,



defect trends).Coach Scrum Masters, POs, and teams on best practices in Jira usage and workflow design.Iteration Planning, Review & Backlog ManagementCoordinate iteration planning and reviews across scrums to ensure alignment to ART objectives and milestones.Partner with Product Manager(s), Scrum Managers, and System Architects to refine and prioritize the ART backlog.Ensure stories and enablers are well‑defined, sized, and ready prior to iteration planning.Connect technical enablers (e.G., new co‑simulation models, vECU integration, CI/CD and virtualization infrastructure) to clear value outcomes.Ensure backlog transparency to stakeholders and leadership.ART Sync / Front Door ManagementRun a regular ART Sync / Front Door forum.Serve as the intake mechanism for new work, requests, and change in priorities.Triage and route requests to the right backlog (Feature, Need, Defect) and team.Identify and manage dependencies with other ARTs and programs.Maintain clear visibility of upcoming work, capacity constraints, and key milestones for stakeholders.Stakeholder Engagement & CommunicationProvide regular status updates to leadership and stakeholders on ART health, risks, and delivery against objectives.Collaborate with global partners and internal customers leveraging virtual test environments.Champion Virtualization and SIL Integration as a key enabler for efficient software development, verification, and validation.Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field.Experience (typically 5+ years) in software or systems development in complex, multi‑team environments.3+ years as an RTE/ART Lead, Scrum Master, Delivery Lead, or similar agile leadership role.Strong practical experience with Agile and/or Protected frameworks,



including leading PI planning and ART‑level ceremonies.Facilitating Scrum of Scrums and cross‑team synchronization.Hands‑on experience with Jira for features/epics, stories, and defect management.Workflow configuration, dashboards, and reporting.Familiarity with virtualization, simulation, or embedded systems development such as SIL, HIL, plant models, virtual ECUs.Understanding of how virtual test environments support development, verification, and validation of embedded controllers and calibrations.Demonstrated servant leadership, coaching, and facilitation skills.Excellent communication and collaboration skills across disciplines and locations.What Can Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)SAFe certifications (e.G., SAFe RTE, SA, SPC, SASM) or equivalent agile leadership credentials.Experience leading ARTs or programs in automotive, aerospace, or other safety‑/mission‑critical domains.Experience in software‑defined vehicle, embedded controls, or model‑based development environments.Experience with co‑simulation environments (e.G., MATLAB/Simulink, FMU/FMI‑based models).Experience with virtual test environments, virtualization infrastructure, or CI/CD for simulation pipelines.Data and visualization tools (e.G., Power BI, SQL, or similar).Python or scripting experience for data acquisition and analysis.Proven track record in establishing or maturing Jira hygiene and standards across multiple teams.Using metrics to drive continuous improvement in predictability, quality, and flow.Managing complex dependencies across ARTs, suppliers, and partner organizations.CompensationSalary range $115,000 to $164,600. The actual base salary offered will vary based on relevant factors.Benefits OverviewPaid 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.GM Vehicle Purchase Plan.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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Art Lead - Virtualization And Sil Integration - $115,000 - $164,600 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 General Motors
📍 Winnipeg