Backend Developer

The Back End Developer will be working to build a cloud-based platform to drive the development of Ford’s global Release & Update capability across millions of vehicles. Must be able to adapt in a rapidly changing environment and drive consistency of purpose for a complex organization. Prior experience in driving cross functional teams in multifaceted technical and regulatory constrained environments is essential. The candidate will have demonstrated strong collaboration in delivering technical initiatives, quickly turning concepts into functioning code. Prior experience in cloud software engineering or embedded systems in associated industries is an advantage.You'll have…• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a combination of equivalent experience and education• 3+ years developing and calling RESTful APIs and related tools (e.g. Swagger and Postman)• 3+ years developing with Go, Python, Java, C#, and\or Javascript, with the willingness to learn and dive deep into Go and Python• 3+ years working with relational and/or NoSql databases, database design, and SQL Queries• 3+ years working on a team of software engineers leveraging typical team tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence, Git, Jenkins, etc.)Even better, you may have…• Deep Go and Python as they are our languages of choice.• Worked with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes, Helm, etc.)• Deep experience with CI (e.g. GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Terraform, etc.)• Understanding of security best practices in web development• SaaS development experience• Demonstrated time in role working in a multi-disciplined organization focused on delivering development efficiency• Excellent communication skills both up and down the organization to achieve the desired results.• Critical Thinking: Demonstrated examples of applying systemic thinking, logic and reasoning skills to be able to identify opportunities, alternative solutions or approaches to problems.• Organizational skill: Strong collaboration skills, clear and concise direction coupled with an ability to move within the organization to complete work and balance tradeoffs.• Experience with embedded buildsYou 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, and prescription drug coverage• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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.For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:https://fordcareers.co/GSR-HTHDhttps://fordcareers.co/GSRHTHDPaloAltoThis position is a range of salary grades 6-8.Compensation will be determined according to experience and location.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 committed to a culturally diverse workforce. 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-Hybrid#LI-CS2What you'll do...• Bring a positive, can-do approach to challenging software problems.• Hands-on coding and solution building towards mission critical software services• Drive data discipline and coding best practices through the organization.• Partner to deliver against the technical vision and technical strategies across the complete lifecycle - time from code to deploy.