Why GMF Technology?
Innovation 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.
This role will remain posted until filled.
About this role:
Are you ready to lead the charge in transforming how we use data and emerging technologies? As a Technical Principal- Data and AI Enablement, you’ll be the strategic powerhouse behind our data modernization journey—driving innovation, influencing business leaders, and delivering real business value.
In this role you will:
- Lead with Vision: Serve as a technical thought leader and subject matter expert, guiding high-impact initiatives that leverage AI, Machine Learning, and Generative AI to accelerate digital transformation.
- Champion Innovation: Advocate for responsible AI adoption and cutting-edge technologies that redefine productivity and performance.
- Collaborate at the Highest Level: Partner with senior leaders to identify game-changing opportunities and shape strategies that make a measurable difference.
- Be the Voice of Change: Represent GM Financial as a trusted advisor and innovator—internally and across the broader tech community—driving AI-powered enterprise transformation.
- If you’re passionate about emerging tech, love solving complex challenges, and want to make a lasting impact, this is your opportunity to lead the way.
Responsibilities
What makes you an ideal candidate:
- Influence strategic projects and initiatives through deep technical expertise in cloud, data, AI/ML, and GenAI.
- Act as a trusted advisor to department and business leaders, providing thought leadership on AI-enabled solutions and guiding technology decisions.
- Drive technical innovation and thought leadership, acting as a change agent for emerging technologies such as LLMs, RAG architectures, MLOps/LLMOps, and event-driven AI systems.
- Translate business vision into AI-aligned technical strategies, balancing risk, investment needs, and fit-for-purpose solutions.
- Foster open communication and collaboration, encouraging diverse viewpoints and knowledge sharing across teams.
- Maintain a strong internal and external network, representing GM Financial in AI/GenAI forums, industry events, and technology communities.
- Anticipate and address cross-team challenges, influencing enterprise-wide adoption of AI and advanced analytics platforms.
- Promote Responsible AI principles, ensuring compliance with ethical, regulatory, and security standards.
Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field preferred.
- 10+ years in technology leadership roles with a focus on enterprise architecture, AI/ML, and cloud and data platforms.
- 3–5 years mentoring technical teams and driving AI-enabled transformation initiatives.
- 3–5 years leading projects and influencing outcomes through technical thought leadership
- Proven experience leading enterprise-scale technology initiatives, including AI/ML and GenAI adoption.
- Strong business acumen and ability to articulate the business impact of AI-driven solutions.
- Deep understanding of cloud-native architectures, data platforms, and AI ecosystems (Azure AI, Databricks ML, Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Search).
- Recognized as a subject matter expert in one or more areas: AI/ML, Generative AI, cloud data architecture, advanced analytics.
- Ability to mentor and influence technical leaders, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
- Expertise in emerging AI technologies, including LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG patterns, model lifecycle management, and AI governance.
- Strong knowledge of Responsible AI frameworks, including bias mitigation, explainability, and compliance.
- Ability to innovate and adopt new approaches, leveraging AI-driven automation and data-centric architectures.
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to influence across business and technical domains.
Certifications and Licenses
- Related certifications and/or licenses required
Member of and recommendation by accredited association in related field preferred
What 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, minimum of 2-days a week in our Irving, TX office.
This position is not open to agency submissions.
This position will remain posted until filled.
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Skills Required
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field
- 10+ years in technology leadership roles focused on enterprise architecture, AI/ML, cloud and data platforms
- 3-5 years mentoring technical teams and driving AI-enabled transformation
- 3-5 years leading projects and influencing outcomes through technical thought leadership
- Proven experience leading enterprise-scale technology initiatives, including AI/ML and GenAI adoption
- Deep understanding of cloud-native architectures, data platforms, and AI ecosystems (Azure AI, Databricks ML, Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Search)
- Recognized subject matter expertise in AI/ML, Generative AI, cloud data architecture, or advanced analytics
- Expertise in LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG patterns, model lifecycle management, and AI governance
- Strong knowledge of Responsible AI frameworks including bias mitigation, explainability, and compliance
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to influence across business and technical domains
- Related certifications and/or licenses
- Membership of and recommendation by accredited association in related field
- Hybrid work with minimum of 2 days per week in Irving, TX office
GM Financial Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about GM Financial and has not been reviewed or approved by GM Financial.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual and performance bonuses are described as meaningful additions to total compensation. In several functions, incentives reliably boost take-home pay when available.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous paid time off, corporate and floating holidays, and paid volunteer time are emphasized. Time-away programs contribute significantly to perceived total rewards.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave and family-friendly policies are highlighted, with recent expansions mentioned in some areas. Support for bonding time is seen as a notable strength of the package.
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What We Do
GM Financial is the captive finance company and the wholly owned subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. The company is a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, Latin America and China. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail loan and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses. GM Financial employs more than 9,000 hard-working team members, and we're always looking for new people with diverse talents. GM Financial is a workplace where dedicated people have the opportunity to work together and celebrate our successes. Our culture is based on respect, integrity, innovation and personal development. GM Financial is committed to strengthening the communities where we live and work. Each year, we select several philanthropic organizations to support through our Signature Events program. The company and its team members actively support these organizations through many company-wide initiatives; in addition we support numerous other nonprofit organizations through sponsorships and monetary donations.
