Hardware Technical Specialist, Digital Key (Phone as a Key)
Core
Develop specifications, source component manufacturers, and define execution strategies for GM's end-to-end Digital Key (Phone as a Key) hardware system across multiple vehicle platforms.
Role type
Senior IC hardware technical specialist (automotive connectivity)
Builds
Digital Key hardware systems (UWB, NFC, BLE, secure elements, antennas, in-vehicle modules)
Domain
Automotive / Wireless connectivity / Security
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Hardware development lifecycle ownership, supplier engagement, cross-functional alignment, UWB/NFC/BT/BLE integration, regulatory impact assessment, competitive benchmarking, FMEA template development
Preferred skills
Master's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, deep automotive hardware development experience
Technologies
UWB, NFC, Bluetooth, BLE, Secure Elements, Antennas, In-vehicle modules
Responsibilities
Drive sourcing of component manufacturers to align on cost, timing, and supply chain resiliency; Develop and maintain specifications for all Digital Key components (performance, RF, power, security, regulatory, safety, vehicle interfaces, packaging guidelines, FMEA templates); Develop and maintain execution release strategy across all vehicle platforms; Assess impacts to hardware for new change requests and regulatory impacts; Conduct competitive benchmarking for cost, packaging, performance, and design strategies; Develop and maintain future hardware technology roadmaps working closely with cross functional teams from Product, Software, Quality, and Vehicle Teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
