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Director, Automotive Electronics Hardware Architecture

Ford Motor Company
Portland, OR, United States
Full-time

About Ford

Come help build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. Ford Motor Company was built on the belief that freedom of movement drives human progress.

It’s a belief that has fueled our passion to create great cars and trucks. And today, it drives our commitment to become the world’s most trusted mobility company, designing vehicles for a smart world that helps people move more safely, confidently, and freely.

Ford is experiencing significant business transformation in an ever-changing propulsion and digital world, and we are looking for exceptional talent to join us on this journey.

About EVDD

Ford is redefining how it will build a better world for the future by creating a culture and opportunities where employees will capitalize on Ford’s excellence in designing and building the most iconic products while also helping develop the future of world-class connected EVs.

Ford is transforming our global automotive business to scale EVs, strengthen operations, and unlock value. We will deliver the speed of a startup, with the deep expertise of high-volume production.

As part of the future, we have the EVDD function. Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design leadership driving the future of the digital technologies.

The Opportunity

The Director, Automotive Electronics Hardware Architecture, reporting to the Executive Director of Platform Architecture and Prototyping, is responsible for leading teams to create detailed hardware (electronic) architectures;

that optimize connectivity, power distribution, and performance management of various vehicle embedded systems .

Functional & Technical Knowledge The minimum requirements we seek

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Computer Science or Software Engineering.
  • 15 years experience in EE hardware leadership in automotive.
  • A proven record of team creation, transformation, and leadership.
  • In-depth knowledge of automotive technologies; including vehicle electronic and control systems, ADAS, infotainment systems, connectivity solutions, and electric vehicle components
  • Expert in defining physical system architectures that meet functional requirements for running features on vehicles, ensuring seamless integration and operation.
  • Expertise in vehicle electrical architecture, CAN bus systems, and vehicle network communication protocols for efficient component communication.
  • Experience in software and firmware integration within vehicle systems to enhance functionality and performance.
  • Ability to define precise requirements and specifications for technology components, considering power consumption, data flow, and compatibility.
  • Ability to conduct comprehensive feasibility studies, technology assessments, and performance optimizations to drive innovation in vehicle architecture.

Our preferred requirements

  • Masters degree preferred.
  • Experience in implementing embedded systems including for safety critical embedded systems.
  • Experience of embedded Linux, RTOS and related DevOps systems.
  • Demonstrated time in role leading a large multi-disciplined organization focused on delivering development efficiency.
  • Excellent communication skills both up and down the organization to achieve the desired results.
  • Critical Thinking : Demonstrated examples of applying systemic thinking, logic and reasoning skills to be able to identify opportunities, alternative solutions or approaches to problems.
  • Organizational skill : Strong collaboration skills, clear and concise direction coupled with an ability to move within the organization to complete work and balance tradeoffs.
  • Strategic thinking : Demonstrated examples of driving strategy from concept through to Production.

What you'll receive in return

As part of the Ford family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings and stock investment plans, incentive compensation, and much more.

You will experience a Work from Anywhere structure and the support needed to be successful in a remote environment. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

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