Staff Supplier Software Integration Engineer
Palo Alto, CA - USA
Job Summary
Were looking for a strong automotive embedded engineer to join our team and help integrate supplier software into our vehicle systems. This is a great role for someone who enjoys working across both software and systems and whos comfortable learning new things.
This role gives you broad visibility across the entire vehicle system. Youll develop a strong big-picture understanding of how all the pieces fit together while having the opportunity to dive deeper into the areas that interest you most.
Responsibilities
What youll do...
Integrate supplier software into our vehicle architecture while ensuring design considerations for manufacturability serviceability and diagnostics
Define network interfaces and communication protocols between in-house and supplier ECUs
Manage and trace requirements in both directions using JAMA
Diagnose and debug supplier ECUs and their interaction with in-house systems
Support cybersecurity topics secure boot and bootloader integration
Perform software integration bring-up testing and issue resolution on benches HIL systems and vehicles
Support vehicle-level testing at proving grounds when required
Identify process inefficiencies and develop automation tools using LLM and scripting to improve team efficiency
Qualifications
Youll have...
Strong background in embedded systems and automotive software integration
Proficiency in C/C and Python
Hands-on experience with CAN LIN Ethernet UDS and Vector tools
Experience working with requirements management tools (JAMA) Jira and Confluence
Basic understanding of Git and standard software development workflows (branching PRs code reviews)
Ability to quickly context-switch across multiple technical domains
Demonstrated ability to develop tools using AI and scripting to streamline workflows
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Willingness to travel to support vehicle testing and integration activities when needed
You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve 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 builderor 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 Years Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a leadership level 6 and ranges from $150200-$283500.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidates skills and experience and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits click here: 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 the United States if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call 1-.
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
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