In-Vehicle Network Architect

OverviewIn-Vehicle Network ArchitectFord’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.We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated In-Vehicle Network Foundations Architect. This role is crucial for enabling the evolution of our next-generation vehicle architecture. In this hands-on role, you will own the definition and release of the core communication building blocks for our in-vehicle network. You will deliver the essential core interfaces, interface layouts, network deliverables in standard industry formats, and functional ECU communication topologies. Your expertise will be key as you work closely with hardware/software architects, feature owners, and platform experts to transform strategic designs into implementable network artifacts that will drive our platforms forward.ResponsibilitiesCreate and implement in-vehicle communication systems, encompassing network architecture, topology, and communication protocols.Deliver the fundamental network foundational libraries (core interfaces, packing structures, and functional topology elements) to create a standardized and efficient platform for all future vehicles.Design, develop, and maintain the automated pipeline for the creation, testing, and release of all network communication artifacts in industry-standard formats.Establish and conduct validation procedures for network architecture deliverables.Drive performance and optimization by leveraging network analysis expertise to identify and implement optimizations in data packing and communication protocols, enhancing bus performance and efficiency.Architect and implement the network-specific cybersecurity and functional safety goals.Collaborate with cross-functional architectural teams to define and standardize communication (Ethernet/CAN/LIN) attributes for the overall vehicle architecture.QualificationsYou'll have:Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related foreign equivalency degree, or a combination of education and equivalent experienceSoftware Developer first. 2+ years of work experience in software engineering, with a focus on embedded systems2+ years of experience in Ethernet distributed systems (Automotive, Defense, Industry, IoT, IT, etc.)2+ years of experience applying knowledge of network architecture, protocols, and communication standards2+ years of experience in Network Analysis and Simulation toolsEven better, you may have:Master’s degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related fieldKnowledge and application of Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) principles in automotiveSkilled in Test-Driven Development (TDD) with Gherkin for writing clear, concise, and executable specifications3+ years of work experience with AUTOSAR Classic and Adaptive architectures1+ years of experience in Ethernet Time-Sensitive Networks and IEEE 802.1AE (MACsec)1+ years of experience in developing tools and scripts for AUTOSAR Classic, AUTOSAR Adaptive, DBC and/or ARXML formatsYou 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 applyBenefits and Additional InformationImmediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverageFlexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leasesTuition assistancePaid time off for individual and team community serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation timeFor more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP2This position is a range of salary grades 6-8. 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. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #J-18808-Ljbffr