Job TitleAVP of Software EngineeringJob DescriptionInnovation isn't just a talking point at GM Financial, it's how we operate. From generative AI and cloud-native technologies to peer-led learning and hackathons, our tech teams are building real solutions that make a difference. We're committed to AI-powered transformation, using advanced machine learning and automation to help us reimagine customer interactions and modernize operations, positioning GM Financial as a leader in digital innovation within a dynamic industry.
Join us and discover a workplace where your ideas matter, your development is prioritized, and you can truly make a global impact.ResponsibilitiesThe AVP of Software Engineering leads, manages, mentors, and builds an extremely talented software engineering team to deliver a game changing customer experience across all customer touch points. This leader must have the ability to attract and recruit the industry's best talent and simultaneously have the technical chops to ensure that we build compelling, customer-oriented solutions in an iterative methodology. This role requires a background in software engineering, especially in skill areas such as Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, and Adobe Experience Manager development.
Comfort level with specific languages is less relevant, but proficiency across the web stack is fundamental. Success in the role requires experience delivering new consumer-facing software products, reasoning skills, strong interpersonal relationships, compassion and understanding for challenges, efficiency, and a passion for creating software for millions of customers. You're motivated by improving culture, earning trust, your team's growth, and have a track record of doing so in management positions.Partner with architects, product owners, and software engineers to drive the implementation of new applicationsWork within and across Agile teams to design, develop, test, implement, and support technical solutions across our full stack, with a particular focus on front-end and middleware platforms and technologiesManage third party staff augmentation firms, leveraging staff and contractors appropriately with regards to budget, timelines, and skillsetsConduct design and code review to ensure compliance with standardsFoster and cultivate a culture of continuous delivery and improvement with an emphasis on full lifecycle ownership of the applications that your teams deliverDelegate routine and standard tasks to appropriate team members and also serve as high level escalation contactResolves most conflicts between timeline, budget and scope independently but intuitively escalates complex or consequential issues to managementDefine and evangelize enterprise policies, standards and position statementsEncourage innovation, implementation of cutting-edge technologies, inclusion, outside-of-the-box thinking, teamwork, self-organization, and diversityGrow subject matter experts to produce resilient, scalable software and secure data with highest qualityWork to modernize our existing tech stacksCollaborate with internal teams to find areas of opportunities for automationQualificationsWhat Makes You An Ideal Candidate?Experienced with several programming paradigmsExperience with release systems and CI/CDExperience with Docker, Jenkins, Github tools, etc.Deep understanding of technologies used in our stack, client-server architecture, and web technologyAdequate understanding of infrastructure and DevOpsAbility to design and architect maintainable and scalable technical systemsExcellent listener; proven collaborator with superiors, peers and staffAptitude to build very strong partnerships with other technology leaders that enable your team's ability to stay on the leading edge of industry solutionsAbility to inspire your teammates to deliver quality software solutionsWork Experience and Education:Greater than 10 years in software development field required5-7 years leading projects or initiatives through influence requiredHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredBachelor's Degree in computer science, engineering or equivalent work experience requiredWhat 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, 3-days a week in office.Job InfoJob Identification Job Category TechnologyPosting Date 06/22/2026, 07:28 PMJob Schedule Full timeLocations 4001 Embarcadero, Arlington, TX, 76014, US (Hybrid)