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Controller Modelling Developer – Virtual ECU Prototyping


Company : General Motors https://static.whatjobs.com/static/


Location : Markham, york region


Created : 2026-04-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

**Job Description****Vacancy Status:**This posting is not for an existing vacancy within the organization and is open to new applications.**AI Disclosure:****As part of the application process, Artificial Intelligence will be used in the hiring process for this role****Work Arrangement:** This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the office three days per week, at minimum.**The Role** The General Motors Virtualization and SIL Integration team is expanding its capabilities to model, integrate, and fully develop Level 4 Virtual ECUs. As a Virtual Prototyping Application Engineer, you will be responsible for making SystemC TLM 2.0 models of ECU microcontrollers and peripherals. This team supports all vehicle embedded platform features, including Electrification, Propulsion, Motion Controls, Chassis, and Body modules.**What you will do*** Create SystemC TLM2.0 models of microcontrollers, asics, drivers, modules, switches, timers, transceivers, etc.* Integrate microcontroller and peripheral models into full Level 4 virtual ECUs* Debug model and integration bugs and issues* Work cross-functionally with Design Release Engineers, Tier 1 suppliers, and software engineers to develop vECUs* Integrate production software into vECUs* Validate and verify vECU functions as expected and executes production software as intended* Collaborate with software developers to root cause and solve low-level, basic software and application software issues found in the virtual environment* Debug integrated production software as needed* Develop script-based engineering workarounds to bridge virtual model limitation gaps* Work cross-functionally with Simulation Integration Engineers to support the integration of vECUs into virtual environments**Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)*** Minimum 1 - 3 years of relevant professional engineering experience* Minimum of 1+ years of experience in SystemC, Transaction Level Modeling (TLM 2.0), and SCML* Proficiency in off the shelf EDA toolchains such as Synopsys Virtualizer and ASTC vLAB* Expertise in various programming languages (C, C++, Python)* Experience in low-level input/output driver development and debugging* Knowledge of electronic control modules and embedded control systems* Knowledge of ARM based microcontrollers* Software integration, compiler and linker file comprehension expertise* Knowledge of AUTOSAR and Automotive Cyber Security* Knowledge in automotive communications (e.g. CAN, LIN, SPI, I2C, UART)* Expertise in the use of software debugging tools (Lauterbach, Green Hills Multi IDE, etc.)* Expertise in Intrepid Vehicle Spy, Vector CANoe* Excellent communication skills* Demonstrated success in leading challenging projects with high levels of ambiguity to completion* Consistent demonstration of GM leadership behavioral competencies* HW architecture/micro-architecture experience.**What Can Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)*** Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science or similar field.* Experience in creating Level 4 VECU prototypes* Co-Simulation expertise of Level 4 VECUs* Knowledge of software test automation* Expertise in software tools development Software tools development expertise* Embedded control system design expertise* Production vehicle program execution experience* Development experience in both Windows and Linux environments* Familiarity with software development build process and associated tools (e.g. Gerrit, Jenkins, Git, etc.)* Familiarity with scalable simulation deployment methodologies leveraging containers (e.g. Docker, Singularity, etc.)* Familiarity with synchronous and asynchronous event driven simulation**Compensation:**The salary range for this role is $90,600 to $136,400. The actual base salary a successful candidate will be offered within this range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.**Benefits Overview**The goal of the General Motors of Canada total rewards program is to support the health and well-being of you and your family. 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