Software Engineer

Ford's Research and Advanced Engineering team takes new ideas from theory to reality. Every day, we develop advanced energy management and propulsion technologies, create cutting-edge materials and manufacturing processes, and curate world-class cabin experiences that redefine what it means to drive a Ford.

At Ford Motor Company, we are moving the world and making the future. We are undergoing a massive digital transformation, where software is the single biggest lever in advancing our customers' driving and ownership experiences.

We made history and now we work to transform the future - for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. As part of the Vehicle Software Engineering Services team, you will design and build the highly scalable cloud platforms, microservices, and user-facing applications that power the next generation of connected vehicles, including advanced over-the-air (OTA) software delivery systems. Your work will directly impact millions of Ford and Lincoln vehicles globally, delivering low-latency, resilient, and secure solutions that keep our customers moving forward safely.

In this position...

You will be designing the cloud platforms and microservices that power connected vehicles and over-the-air (OTA) software delivery. The code you write one day will directly impact the driving experience, safety, and capability of millions of Ford and Lincoln vehicles on roads globally.

With a dedicated 40% focus on DevOps and Infrastructure-as-Code, you will have the autonomy to design, build, deploy, and scale your own services. It's a role designed for a true builder who wants complete technical ownership from commit to production.

You'll join a collaborative, 'balanced product team' that prioritizes software craftsmanship, clean code, and continuous learning.

What you'll do...

• Design, develop, and maintain highly scalable, secure, and resilient backend services using Java (Java 8/11/17+) and the Spring Boot ecosystem.
• Build responsive, intuitive, and user-friendly web interfaces using Angular and/or React.
• Architect, develop, and integrate robust RESTful APIs and microservices designed for high availability and low latency.
• Implement complex business logic, performant data models, and optimized database schemas in PostgreSQL, Mongo Database.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code. Drive engineering excellence through rigorous code reviews, unit testing, and technical documentation.
• Design, deploy, and manage cloud-native applications on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using best practices for security, reliability, and scaling.
• CI/CD Automation: Build and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines using modern tools (e.g., Cloud Build, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab CI).
• Automate environment provisioning and configuration management using Terraform or GCP Cloud Deployment Manager.
• Configure proactive logging, tracing, and alerting solutions using GCP Monitoring and/or Dynatrace to maintain system health and rapidly resolve production issues.
• Act as a technical guide and mentor for junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Partner closely with Product Managers, UX/UI Designers, and architects to translate business goals into high-performing technical implementations.
• Actively participate in and lead Agile ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Stand-ups, Backlog Refinement, and Retrospectives).

In this position...

You will be designing the cloud platforms and microservices that power connected vehicles and over-the-air (OTA) software delivery. The code you write one day will directly impact the driving experience, safety, and capability of millions of Ford and Lincoln vehicles on roads globally.

With a dedicated 40% focus on DevOps and Infrastructure-as-Code, you will have the autonomy to design, build, deploy, and scale your own services. It's a role designed for a true builder who wants complete technical ownership from commit to production.

You'll join a collaborative, 'balanced product team' that prioritizes software craftsmanship, clean code, and continuous learning.

What you'll do...

• Design, develop, and maintain highly scalable, secure, and resilient backend services using Java (Java 8/11/17+) and the Spring Boot ecosystem.
• Build responsive, intuitive, and user-friendly web interfaces using Angular and/or React.
• Architect, develop, and integrate robust RESTful APIs and microservices designed for high availability and low latency.
• Implement complex business logic, performant data models, and optimized database schemas in PostgreSQL, Mongo Database.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code. Drive engineering excellence through rigorous code reviews, unit testing, and technical documentation.
• Design, deploy, and manage cloud-native applications on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using best practices for security, reliability, and scaling.
• CI/CD Automation: Build and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines using modern tools (e.g., Cloud Build, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab CI).
• Automate environment provisioning and configuration management using Terraform or GCP Cloud Deployment Manager.
• Configure proactive logging, tracing, and alerting solutions using GCP Monitoring and/or Dynatrace to maintain system health and rapidly resolve production issues.
• Act as a technical guide and mentor for junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Partner closely with Product Managers, UX/UI Designers, and architects to translate business goals into high-performing technical implementations.
• Actively participate in and lead Agile ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Stand-ups, Backlog Refinement, and Retrospectives).