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? Ford’s Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company’s vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven and is dedicated to delivering industry-leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. You’ll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively, staying focused on only what matters, and delivering excellence day in and day out. Join us to make positive change by helping build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. **In this position…** The SDV Platform / SuperZonal Software Chief Engineer is responsible for leading the software strategy, development, and integration of the SDV SuperZonal software for the next generation Ford vehicle software platform. This role ensures delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure software solutions that support Ford’s next-generation vehicle architectures and aligns with the broader SDV strategy. **What you'll do…** · Define and lead the software portfolio the SDV SuperZonal , including platform and application layers. · Partner with cross-functional teams across Body Controls software architecture, Body Controls application software, and SDV platform partner to develop, integrate and validation the SDV SuperZonal software product. · Drive the integration of new system architectures [e.g., access & authentication, powernet] into SuperZonal, ensuring ASIL-B compliance and alignment with functional safety and cybersecurity requirements. · Lead integration of partner CI/CD pipeline into Ford environment including modernizing interface and software architecture process. · Coordinate with hardware teams and suppliers to ensure seamless HW/SW interface and delivery timelines. · Represent the SDV SuperZonal team in planning activities, tech platform forums , and executive updates. Key Deliverables within 12-24 months: · Select SDV platform partner. · Co-lead with partner and Body Controls software team the SDV architecture including actuator/resource, service, and application arbitration and prioritization. · Co-lead with DevOps and System Architecture team the integration of partner CI/CD platform and system architecture definition toolset. · Meet software platform and vehicle program deliverables leading the FDJ, DCV and PESO. **You'll have…** · BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent. · 10+ years of experience developing software for embedded systems. · 5+ years of experience in software integration. · Experience with DevOps and automated V&V. · Excellent leadership, communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills. **Even better, you may have…** · MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent. · Proven leadership in embedded software development for automotive control modules. · Deep understanding of AUTOSAR, BSW, and software integration. · Experience with functional safety (ISO 26262), cybersecurity, and OTA strategies. · Experience working within an Agile software development framework. · Experience leading a team with proven collaboration with internal teams & external partners. 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. This position is a leadership level 4. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://go.ford/LL4Benefits 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. 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. \#LI-Onsite **Requisition ID** : 49425