2026 Summer Intern – Backend Software… at General Motors · Mountain…

Summary: General Motors is a leading automotive company focused on creating a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. They are seeking a Summer Intern for the Backend Software Engineer role, which involves developing and maintaining software for managing diverse fleets of vehicles and optimizing software performance for real-world deployment. Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain software for managing diverse fleets of GM vehicles (R&D and production) - Optimize software performance and reliability for real-world deployment - Leverage the guidance and experience of more senior engineers on the team to identify engineering pain points and implement solutions that are reliable, scalable, and maintainable - Effectively communicate the status of their work - Follow software engineering best practices within your team - Contribute to the engineering culture on the team - Contribute to real-world services and gain practical experience with Go, Python, Docker, Kubernetes, Linux, GCP, and supporting tools such as Buildkite and OpenTelemetry Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in a full-time, degree-seeking program and in the process of obtaining a Masters degree in Computer Science or a related field - Academic exposure to distributed systems concepts, including scalability, reliability, or fault tolerance - Experience writing Go, Python, or similar languages through coursework, internships, or project work - Understanding of Unix/Linux, SSH, and networking fundamentals - Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week Preferred Qualifications: - Attention to detail, and a desire to improve processes and systems around you - Experience with GCP - Experience with Docker and Kubernetes - Passion for self-driving technology and its potential impact on the world - Intent to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship - Graduating between December 2026 and August 2027 Required Skills: Go, Python, Docker, Kubernetes Important Skills: GCP, Unix/Linux, Distributed systems Nice-to-Have Skills: Attention to detail, Effective communication, Team collaboration Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Paid US GM Holidays, GM Family First Vehicle Discount Program, Result-based potential for growth within GM, Intern events to network with company leaders and peers