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 the 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...

The Global Data Insight & Analytics organization is seeking a Software Engineer to lead and advance our internal Data Science and AI/ML strategy. In this role, you will be part of a dynamic, cross-functional team, collaborating closely and consistently with other engineers, business partners, product managers, and designers. You will be involved in frequent and iterative releases. Your focus will be on backend software engineering, specifically in developing machine learning and generative AI applications on Google Cloud, as well as creating reusable AI/ML components.

What you'll do...

• Work closely with Tech Anchor, Product Manager and Product Owner to deliver Gen AI solution in GCP using Python and other tools for business across the company.
• Work with software and ML engineers/Data Scientist to tackle challenging AIOps and Gen AI problems.
• Develop and manage current CI/CD ecosystem and tools
• Find ways to automate and continually improve current CI/CD processes and release processes
• Help innovate standardize machine learning development practices.
• Experiment, innovate and share knowledge with the team.
• Lead by example in use of Paired Programming for cross training/upskilling, problem solving, and speed to delivery.
• Work with other software engineers to cooperatively deliver user stories, as well as solve highly complex technical software problems using industry best practices
• Leverage latest ML/Gen AI / GCP/AIOPs/Kubernetes technologies

You'll have...

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Computer Engineering or similar technical discipline.
• 3+ years of work experience as a backend software engineer in Python with exceptional software engineering knowledge.
• 3+ years of experience with Cloud Engineering / Services
• Experience in MLOPs and Gen AI - LLM, Development experience with building RAG and Multi Agent Applications
• Experience with ML workflow orchestration tools: Airflow
• Advanced working knowledge of object-oriented/object function programming languages: Python, C/C++
• Experience in DevOps: Jenkins/Tekton etc.
• Experience with cloud services, preferably GCP Services like Vertex AI, Cloud Function, BigQuery etc.
• Experience in container management solution: Kubernetes, Docker
• Experience in scripting language: Bash, PowerShell etc.
• Experience with Infrastructure as code: Terraform etc

Even better, you may have...

• Master focused in Computer Science / Machine Learning or related field
• Experience working with Google Cloud platform(GCP) - specifically Google Kubernetes engine, Terraform, and infrastructure
• Experience in programming concepts such as Paired Programming, Test Driven Development, etc.
• Knowledge of coding and software craftsmanship practices.
• Must be a quick learner and open to learning new technology.
• Experience applying agile practices to solution delivery.
• Must be team-oriented and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be a self-starter to understand existing bottlenecks and come up with innovative solutions.

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 of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
  • Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
  • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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://fordcareers.co/GSRSP2

This position is a range of salary grades SG5-SG8

Visa sponsorship is 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. 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.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid#LI-MG1