DescriptionEmbedded Linux Software Engineer
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. What will you make today? Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!
We are seeking an experienced professional who can lead the development of Linux Embedded Platform Software. This involves working with the OS supplier, developing the SW platform architecture, providing requirements, developing device drivers and optimizing low level Linux software.
ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...
- Lead and develop a scalable architecture for the Software Platform.
- Develop requirements for the Linux Operating system for suppliers.
- Develop scalable drivers for communication, sensors, and actuators
- Develop deployment strategy for platform and applications.
- Develop unit test plans to perform design validation.
- Mentoring junior team members.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to align on the Platform strategy.
QualificationsYou'll have...
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field or a combination of education and equivalent experience
- 5+ years of work experience in Low level Linux (Kernel) development.
- 5+ years of programming experience with one of C/Python/C++/Java.
- 3+ years of work experience in embedded software development.
- 3+ years of experience using software development tools such as GIT and JIRA
Even better, you may have...
- Masters Degree in in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field
- 3+ years of work experience with Software Architecture development
- 3+ years of work experience with Software Containers
- 3+ years of work experience with remote software deployment
- 2+ years of work experience with software optimization and performance enhancement
- 2+ years of work experience with hypervisors and virtual machins
- Demonstrated ability to work well with multi-functional teams
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, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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 a detailed look at our benefits, click here:
https://fordcareers.co/GSR-HTHD
This position is a range of salary grades This position is salary grade 6-8
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
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