Application developer Jobs in Sterling Heights, MI

Job Description

The role

We are seeking a versatile and experienced Full Stack Programmer to design, develop, and maintain applications that power digital platforms and workflows. This role involves building robust, scalable solutions across both front-end and back-end layers, ensuring seamless integration and high performance. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to translate business and technical requirements into functional software solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Build intuitive front-end interfaces for design tools, dashboards, and simulation environments.

• Develop secure and scalable back-end services for data processing, model deployment, and user management.

• Integrate APIs and microservices for Computational Design models, CAD tools, and real-time collaboration features.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate design and engineering needs into functional software.

• Optimize performance of 3D rendering and visualization components using WebGL, Three.js, or similar libraries.

• Ensure code quality, maintainability, and documentation through best practices and version control.

• Participate in design reviews and contribute to the development of innovative digital design platforms.

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• 3+ years of experience in full stack development, preferably in design, simulation, or automotive domains.

• Proficiency in front-end technologies (e.g., React, Vue.js, HTML/CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript).

• Strong back-end development skills (e.g., Node.js, Python, FastAPI, Django, or similar).

• Experience with APIs, WebSockets, and microservices architecture.

• Familiarity with 3D graphics libraries (e.g., Three.js, Babylon.js, Unity WebGL).

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure)

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams.

• Proficiency with Git and collaborative development tools.

• Familiarity with CAD and Computational Design tools (e.g., Rhino, Alias, NX).

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

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. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc). This role is categorized as onsite. This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis. This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

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