Solution Architect II - GM Financial

Why GMF Technology?

GM Financial is set to change the auto finance industry and is leading the path of embarking on tech modernization – we have a startup mindset, and preserve our small company culture, in a public company environment with financial stability and intense growth over a decade-plus history. We are data junkies and trust in data and insights to advance our business objectives.

We take our goal of zero emission, zero collision, zero congestion, and zero friction very seriously. We believe as an auto finance market leader we are in the driver's seat to lead us in the GM EV mission to change the world.

We are building global platforms, in LATAM, Europe, China, U.S. and Canada – and we are looking to grow our high-performing team. GMF is comprised of over 10,000 team members globally. Join our fintech culture within a Blue-Chip company where we are changing the way we use technology to support our customers, dealers and business.

About The Role:

The Solution Architect II, under the general direction, will assist in the day-to-day tasks critical to the team's success. The Solution Architect II will work with Project Managers, Technology Leaders and Business Solution Architects to provide technical guidance and designs plus documentation to supprt security and infrastructure changes to the GMF environment. This individual will be accountable for technology domains and need to identify how projects will require infrastructure or security involvement and determine what area of support to engage. They will attend project meetings when necessary and assist in gathering and documenting infrastructure and security requirements. This individual will also become thoroughly familiar with all compliance, regulatory and security requirements adhering to all corporate policies and standards. This person needs to be very experienced in technology with planning and coordination skills. An energetic, solution minded personality with drive, attention to details and excellent communication skills will be needed for success in this position.

• Serves as expert for the multi-disciplinary project teams they are a member of
• As the tech lead define the next generation of our modern global platforms, and services by providing technical expertise throughout the software development life-cycle
• Accountable for the roadmaps and strategies for technology domains allocated
• Collaborates with external and internal customers to analyze information needs and functional requirements and deliver the artifacts as needed
• Has extensive experience developing/delivering platform/SaaS solutions; develops the technical strategy for the product and acts as SME to products teams in the plan, design, and delivery of solutions
• Accountable for documenting designs/specification to GMF standards and taking the designs through the formal review process.
• Contributes to the development of RFPs/SOWs and participates in the vendor selection process
• Develops and drives short & long term platform strategy through platform outcomes
• Advises teams of GM Financial standard requirements, security standards, methodology and processes
• Assists product teams in estimating the architecture design effort and in developing/reviewing/ approving architecture designs, including owning the platforms architecture runway
• Communicates and validates platform architecture to direct management as well as executive level stakeholders and enterprise architects
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Conform with all company policies and procedures

What Makes You A Dream Candidate: 

• Experience in designing and implementing large-scale platforms
• Knowledge of machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing (NLP) techniques
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or .NET, and familiarity with popular AI libraries and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras).
•  Proven experience with cloud computing platforms (eg, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and experience deploying AI models on these platforms
• API: REST/Graph APIs and integration workflows
• Pipeline Automation: Azure DevOps (YAML, ARM), Terraform, Jenkins, Chef, Octopus Deploy
• Database: Oracle, Microsfot SQL Server, NoSQL (e.g. CosmosDB)
• Test Automation: Xamarin.UITest, specflow, DevTest, Cypress, Selenium, Test Data Manager, Postman, Maven TestNG, Jmeter, Karate Labs
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to break down complex problems into actionable components
• Ability to stay updated with the latest advancements in AI technologies, frameworks, and platforms

Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent work or military experience preferred
• 2-4 years experience as an Architect with a proven track record of implementing innovative solutions and delivering business values required

What We Offer: Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays.

Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.

Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibility

Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 2-days a week in office

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