Software Quality Process Engineer

This role offers the chance to lead the definition of the embedded software development process for Vehicle Controls and implement quality checks across the entire development lifecycle. We are seeking a motivated individual who can lead and support the quality operating system to guarantee the quality and reliability of the software.

The core responsibilities of the Software Quality Process Engineer include:

• Independently collaborating with internal and external development teams to define and implement lean software development processes throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Creating and maintaining scripts to measure quality metrics, analyze risks, and drive improvements.
• Influencing technical documentation content and guidelines to prioritize quality and ensure team deadlines are met.
• Leading process quality improvement and efficiency initiatives.
• Ensuring software development processes comply with industry and Ford internal standards, conducting audits and assessments as necessary.
• Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to advance corporate quality initiatives.
• Coaching internal teams on quality concepts and the internal Quality Operating System.
• Providing regular status updates to management.

The supporting responsibilities of the Software Quality Process Engineer include:

• Developing test strategies to identify defects and uphold software quality standards.
• Collaborating with the software team on code reviews, enhancing coding guidelines, and promoting best practices.
• Proficiency in scripting and dashboard creation to visualize metric progress. 
• Strategic thinking abilities to foresee future trends and establish long-term plans for continuous improvement. 
• Adaptability and openness to adjust to evolving circumstances, priorities, and environments. 
• Conducting software code reviews and guiding the team to adhere to MISRA and internal coding standards. 
• Strong focus on timely delivery. 
• Proficiency in tools such as Github, Jira, Alteryx, Qlik and Python.
• Familiarity with ISO26262, INCOSE, and MISRA standards. 

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent degree or with equivalency 
• Two or more years of automotive development experience.
• Two or more years of experience in C/C++ and Python.
• Five or more years of experience in software testing or quality assurance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in engineering or computer science
• ASPICE experience

 

What you will receive in return:

As part of the Ford family, you will enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings and stock investment plans, incentive compensation, and much more. You will also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

If you have what it takes to help us redefine the future of mobility, we would love to have you join us.

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. 

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 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  

   childcare 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  

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 • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. 

 

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