Staff Technical Program Manager, Software Verification & Validation

Ford Model e U.S.Palo Alto, CaliforniaHybridFull-timeSenior, 5–8 yearsListed 55 minutes ago

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About this role

In this role, you will be supporting hardware & software Integration planning, vehicle software integration defect management, and release management for Ford Motor Company.

You'll have...

• B.S. or M.S in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering or relevant work experience as a technical program manager in automotive software space.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in program management, with a focus on software development, verification and validation or quality assurance.
• Direct experience with automotive and electric vehicles experience preferred. Will consider candidates with experience in similar domains such as aerospace.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
Skills:
• Strong understanding of V&V methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Knowledge of Electric Vehicles and basics on EV architecture. Experience validating software on HILs or other test platforms is a big plus.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and quality assurance practices.
• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to create and manage detailed project plans.
• Strong understanding of Agile/SCRUM methodologies, and related tools
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Confluence, JIRA).
• PMP or other Project Management certifications preferred.
• Experience in Defect Management
• Experience in Release Management

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 6 and ranges from $150,200-$283,500.
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.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6

Visa sponsorship is 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. #LI-Hybrid

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