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Ford Motor Company Director, Automotive Diagnostics Architecture in Palo Alto, California
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. It’s a belief that has fueled our passion to create great cars and trucks. And 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 propulsion and digital world, and we are looking for exceptional talent to join us on this journey.
About EVDD
Ford is redefining how it will build a better world for the future by creating a culture and opportunities where employees will capitalize on Ford’s excellence in designing and building the most iconic products while also helping develop the future of world-class connected EVs. Ford is transforming our global automotive business to scale EVs, strengthen operations, and unlock value. We will deliver the speed of a startup, with the deep expertise of high-volume production.
As part of the future, we have the EVDD function. Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design leadership – driving the future of the digital technologies.
The Opportunity
The Director, Automotive Diagnostics Architecture, reporting to the Executive Director of Platform Architecture and Prototyping, is responsible for Leading Ford's technical strategies, and center of excellence, for automotive diagnostics across the vehicles, tools and the cloud.
What you’ll be able to do
This person will:
Develop and implement the diagnostic architecture strategy for automotive systems to ensure efficient fault detection, isolation, and resolution.
Lead a team to define diagnostic requirements, protocols and tools for vehicle healthy monitoring and maintenance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate diagnostic capabilities into vehicle systems and software architecture.
Drive innovation in diagnostic architecture to enhance the reliability, performance and cost-effectiveness of automotive diagnostics.
Establish and maintain standards and best practices for diagnostic architecture design and implementation.
Manage the development and deployment of diagnostic tools and technologies for vehicle testing, validation and troubleshooting.
Work closely with suppliers to ensure compatibility of diagnostic systems across different vehicle platforms.
Provide technical expertise and guidance on diagnostic architecture decisions.
Stay informed about industry trends and advancements to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
Functional & Technical Knowledge
The minimum requirements we seek
Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Computer Science or Software Engineering.
10+ years experience in leading automotive diagnostic architecture groups
Our preferred requirements
Masters degree preferred.
A proven record of team creation, transformation, and leadership
In-depth knowledge of automotive diagnostic protocols and standards such as ISO14229 UDS, OBD-II, and J1939
Proficiency in designing and implementing diagnostic strategies for complex connected vehicle systems
Expert knowledge in diagnostic communication interfaces (DCI) and diagnostic trouble code (DTD) strategies and management
Experience working across teams and suppliers to ensure complete diagnostic coverage
Strong understanding of software and hardware architecture for diagnostic tools and systems across manufacturing, service and the cloud
Experience in implementing embedded systems including for safety critical embedded systems.
Experience of embedded Linux, RTOS and related DevOps systems.
Demonstrated time in role leading a large 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.
Strategic thinking: Demonstrated examples of driving strategy from concept through to Production.
What you'll receive in return
As part of the Ford family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings and stock investment plans, incentive compensation, and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Ford Motor Company is 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.
Requisition ID : 29318