Description

Job Description

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

Enterprise Technology plays a critical part in shaping the future of mobility. If you're looking for the chance to leverage advanced technology to redefine the transportation landscape, enhance customer experience and improve people's lives, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and challenge your IT expertise and analytical skills to help create vehicles that are as smart as you are.

In this position...

We are seeking an experienced Architecture Management Office (AMO) Leader to join our Industrial System Enterprise Architecture organization. This role is responsible for defining and operationalizing foundational enterprise architecture processes and strategy. Key initiatives include the implementation of a new Enterprise Architecture (EA) tool and the establishment of a streamlined architecture intake process. This position will work closely with other EA leaders, and EA Architecture Management, to ensure consistency, efficiency, and alignment within our industrial systems EA team and the broader Ford EA Organization.

This is a hybrid opportunity and the AMO Leader will be onsite four days/ week in our PDC. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

• EA Process & Governance: Develop and operationalize core enterprise architecture processes, standards, and guidelines for Industrial Systems EA. Support and facilitate Architecture Review Boards (ARBs)/Tech Councils to ensure architectural consistency. Drive continuous improvement of EA processes and methodologies.
• EA Tool Implementation: Lead the implementation, configuration, and ongoing management of a new Enterprise Architecture Management (EAM) tool for IS EA. Define and guide implementation approach for IS EA to serve as a central repository for architectural assets.
• Architecture Intake: Design and implement a structured architecture intake process to efficiently capture and manage architectural demands.
• EA Community Engagement: Collaborate with and provide guidance to other EA leaders and architects, fostering architectural excellence and promoting the adoption of established processes and tools.

Qualifications

You'll have...

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• 10+ years of experience in Enterprise Architecture or a closely related technical role. Skills should include but not be limited to:
  • Proven experience in defining and operationalizing enterprise-wide processes and governance.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, Zachman).
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, particularly for interacting with technical and architectural teams.

Even better, you may have...

• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering or related field
• Certification in an EA framework (e.g., TOGAF Certified).
• Experience in industrial systems, manufacturing, or operational technology (OT) environments
• Prior experience maturing an Architecture Management Office (AMO) or similar EA governance function.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies in an EA context.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here:

https://corporate.ford.com/content/dam/corporate/us/en-us/documents/careers/2025-benefits-and-comp-LL6-sal-plan-1.pdf

This position is a leadership level 6

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

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