Company Overview
Stellantis is a leading global automaker and mobility provider that offers clean, connected, affordable and safe mobility solutions. Our Company’s strength lies in the breadth of our iconic brand portfolio, the diversity and passion of our people, and our deep roots in the communities in which we operate. Our ambitious electrification and software strategies and the creation of an innovative ecosystem of strategic, game-changing partnerships are driving our transformation to a sustainable mobility tech company.
The driving force behind us is the diverse and talented group of men and women around the world who bring their passion and experience to their work every day. And while we are a truly global organization, we remain deeply rooted in the communities in which we operate and where our colleagues live and work.
With industrial operations in nearly 30 countries, Stellantis could consistently exceed the evolving needs and expectations of consumers in more than 130 markets, while creating superior value for all stakeholders.
Position Overview:
The Software Engineering Platforms Principal Engineer is a highly skilled expert responsible for leading the design, implementation, and optimization of DevOps platforms that enable efficient and scalable software development. This role focuses on providing best-in-class tools and frameworks for Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), infrastructure-as-code (IaC), and cloud-based development pipelines. The Principal Engineer collaborates with internal stakeholders and engineering teams to ensure that DevOps platforms are robust, secure, and optimized for performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- DevOps Platform Leadership:
- Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of DevOps platforms to enable high-performing development teams.
- Architect scalable and secure CI/CD pipelines, ensuring consistency and reliability in software delivery.
- Implement and manage infrastructure-as-code (IaC) frameworks, ensuring a repeatable, automated approach to infrastructure provisioning.
- Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:
- Collaborate with development, security, and infrastructure teams to align platform capabilities with business and technical requirements.
- Act as a technical advisor to cross-functional teams, providing guidance on best practices for DevOps and platform engineering.
- Platform Optimization and Automation:
- Optimize platform performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency through continuous monitoring and improvement.
- Lead automation efforts across software delivery pipelines, reducing manual intervention and increasing agility.
- Implement tools and processes for effective configuration management and automated deployments.
- Security, Compliance, and Reliability:
- Ensure DevOps platforms adhere to security best practices and compliance requirements, including encryption, access controls, and auditing.
- Drive strategies for disaster recovery, high availability, and platform resiliency.
- Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing:
- Mentor and coach engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence.
- Lead initiatives to upskill teams on platform capabilities and DevOps practices.
This role is based in Auburn Hills, MI and is required to be on-site in our HQ building 5 days per week.
Location(s)
Auburn Hills, MI, USA
Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in DevOps platform engineering or software development.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
- Strong expertise in CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, TeamCity, or similar.
- Deep understanding of infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
- Proficiency with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Strong knowledge of cloud security, compliance frameworks, and best practices for platform security.
- Experience with GitOps, continuous delivery, and deployment automation.
- Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, integrating security into CI/CD workflows.
Employment Type
Full-time
Stellantis
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
Additional Job Posting Information
Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We help you plan for the future with:
- An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
- An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan refinancing programs
- 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
And so much more!
When you join us, you’re not just building a career - you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
