Platform Software Engineer

Ford; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Parental leave & child care support

Vehicle discount program

Job summary

Ford is seeking a Platform Software Engineer to join the Enterprise Data Platform team. You will work with engineering, operations, and architecture to optimize data ingestion and build scalable data pipelines on cloud platforms, primarily GCP.

The role covers backend microservices and frontend integration, with strong SDLC, Git, and CI/CD practices. Applicants should have a BS in Computer Science and 3+ years in cloud tech, with Java or Python, and experience with GCP services and Kubernetes.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Java or Python with cloud platform experience.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, CI/CD and Git workflows.
• Experience designing and building data pipelines and microservices.
• Experience with GCP services and data tooling is required.
• Experience in frontend and backend integration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and microservices.
• Architect SOA and microservices-based data solutions for analytics.
• Integrate front-end and back-end components for robust data access.
• Lead data ingestion from multiple sources and ensure data quality.
• Leverage GCP tools like BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub and Cloud Functions.
• Apply data governance, access controls, and security best practices.
• Monitor performance and optimize data storage and processing.
• Collaborate with data architects and engineers to define best practices.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

JavaScript

HTML5

CSS3

Bootstrap

AngularJS

SQL

PostgreSQL

MySQL

SQL Server

Cloud platforms

GCP

Kubernetes

Terraform

Tekton

SonarQube

CI/CD

Git

Education

BS in Computer Science

Bachelor's in CS / Data Engineering or related field

Tools

GCP

BigQuery

Dataflow

Pub/Sub

Cloud Functions

Kubernetes

Terraform

Tekton

GCS

Git

Job description

We made history and now we work to transform the future - for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

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...

We are seeking a highly motivated Platform Software Engineer to join our Enterprise Data Platform team. In this role you will work closely with engineering, operations, and architecture teams to understand the ingestion process, identify inefficiencies, and develop/enhance the tools. A strong understanding and experience of any major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP is essential.

A Platform Software Engineer is a versatile developer with expertise in Java or Python and a strong foundation in cloud platforms to build and manage applications at scale. Generally, platform engineers fall into two categories: backend engineers, who design and implement microservices with robust APIs, and full-stack engineers, who deliver native UI/UX solutions, and ability to develop frameworks and service to enable an enterprise data platform. With a solid understanding of the SDLC and hands-on experience in Git and CI/CD, platform engineers can independently design, code, test, and release features to production efficiently.

What you'll do...

• Design and Build Data Pipelines: Architect, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and microservices that support real-time and batch processing on GCP.
• Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) and Microservices: Design and implement SOA and microservices-based architectures to ensure modular, flexible, and maintainable data solutions.
• Full-Stack Integration: Leverage your full-stack expertise to contribute to the seamless integration of front-end and back-end components, ensuring robust data access and UI-driven data exploration.
• Data Ingestion and Integration: Lead the ingestion and integration of data from various sources into the data platform, ensuring data is standardized and optimized for analytics.
• GCP Data Solutions: Utilize GCP services (BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, Cloud Functions, etc.) to build and manage data platforms that meet business needs.
• Data Governance and Security: Implement and manage data governance, access controls, and security best practices while leveraging GCP's native row-and-column-level security features.
• Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and improve the performance, scalability, and efficiency of data pipelines and storage solutions.
• Collaboration and Best Practices: Work closely with data architects, software engineers, and cross-functional teams to define best practices, design patterns, and frameworks for cloud data engineering.
• Automation and Reliability: Automate data platform processes to enhance reliability, reduce manual intervention, and improve operational efficiency.

You'll have...

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent
• Software Engineer with 3+ professional experience
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Data Engineering or related technical field
• 2+ years' experience in Cloud technologies & services, preferably GCP.
• Experience in SonarQube, CICD, Tekton, terraform, GCS, GCP, Kubernetes etc.
• Strong programming skills in java Spring boot development, designing and developing REST APIs and front-end development using JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, Angular JS.
• Experience with SQL and relational databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server

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
• 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
• Generous vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Years Day

This position is a salary grade 5 - salary grade 8 and ranges from $68,300-$192,900.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

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.

This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week.