About this role
This position is responsible for delivering enterprise and customer value through regional Connectivity Operations, the Ford App and Over-the-Air (OTA) capabilities across IMG. The role leads cross-functional planning, implementation, governance and ongoing operations, aligning regional market priorities with global product, technical and business teams.
Selection Criteria
- 10+ years of professional experience in software product ownership, software integration, project or program management, automotive engineering, manufacturing, information technology or a related field
- Demonstrated experience in leadership positions, driving cross-functional and cross-market teams toward common quality, delivery, program and business outcomes
- Strong project management, strategy, planning, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex workstreams and aggressive timelines
- Knowledge of connected vehicles, cloud-based systems, vehicle electrical architectures and electrical components; Ford App, mobile app or website development experience is considered an advantage.
- Experience with varying market needs, go-to-market delivery challenges, customer-facing digital products and operational support models.
- Understanding of agile methods, product backlog management and tools such as Jira, with the ability to adapt quickly in a fluid and changing environment.
- Outstanding communication, presentation, interpersonal and leadership skills across technical teams, support personnel, vendors, management, markets and global stakeholders.
- Customer-focused, creative and detail-oriented, with a passion for troubleshooting and gaining a deeper understanding of multiple technologies across a complex ecosystem.
- Self-directed learner with an interest in vehicle connectivity, digital application development practices and emerging industry trends.
- Candidates should be flexible with work hours due to time differences between IMG markets, Dearborn, Europe and other global teams.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Business, Commerce or Project Management A Master’s degree or double degree is preferred