Senior Director - Cloud Network Engineering

About Ford... 

Come help build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. Ford Motor Company was built on the belief that freedom of movement drives human progress.This belief has fueled our passion to create great cars and trucks. 

Today, it drives our commitment to become the world’s most trusted mobility company, designing vehicles for a smart world that helps people move more safely, confidently, and freely. Ford is experiencing significant business transformation in an ever-changing digital world.

We are dedicated to delivering distinctive products and solutions, having an “always on” relationship with customers, and continuously improving our user experience.

Join a forward-thinking organization at the forefront of cloud innovation, where you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our cloud networking infrastructure. Ford is committed to leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive business success, and we are seeking a visionary leader to spearhead our GCP Cloud Networking initiatives. As a Senior Director, you will lead a high-performing team dedicated to building, managing, and optimizing our cloud network architecture, ensuring seamless, secure, and scalable operations.

The Opportunity…

This is a unique opportunity to lead the cloud networking function in a rapidly evolving technology landscape. As a Senior Director, you will have a direct impact on the Ford’s cloud strategy and operations, working with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. You will be at the helm of designing and implementing the next generation of cloud network infrastructure, utilizing the full suite of GCP networking features to drive performance, reliability, and security.

The Team…

You will lead a talented team of network subject matter experts, engineers, and operations specialists who are passionate about cloud technology. Your team will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the Ford’s GCP network infrastructure, ensuring it meets the highest standards of performance and security. Collaboration is key, as your team will work closely with other departments, including DevOps, Security, and Application Development, to deliver comprehensive cloud solutions.

 

In this position... 

The Senior Director, Cloud Network, specializing in GCP Cloud Networking, will be the strategic leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of cloud network design, engineering, and operations. You will drive the evolution of our cloud network infrastructure, ensuring it aligns with the Ford’s business objectives and delivers exceptional performance and reliability. This role demands a deep technical understanding of GCP’s networking capabilities, as well as the ability to lead and inspire a team of highly skilled professionals.

What you’ll do...

• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the vision and strategy for Ford’s GCP cloud network infrastructure, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and grow a team of network architects, engineers, and operations staff, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Architecture and Design: Oversee the design and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure network architectures leveraging GCP's full suite of networking services, including VPCs, Cloud Load Balancing, Cloud CDN, Cloud DNS, and more.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure the continuous operation and optimization of the cloud network, including monitoring, performance tuning, and incident response, with a focus on automation and reliability.
• Security and Compliance: Collaborate with security teams to implement network security best practices, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with other technology leaders, including DevOps, Application Development, and Security, to ensure seamless integration of network solutions across the organization.
• Innovation and Improvement: Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, continuously seeking opportunities to improve network performance, security, and cost-efficiency.

      You’ll have... 

      Functional and Technical Knowledge:

• GCP Networking Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Google Cloud Platform’s networking features, including but not limited to VPCs, interconnects, load balancing, Cloud VPN, Cloud DNS, Cloud CDN, a