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Ford Motor Company

Senior Software Developer in Test, Infrastructure + Automation

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Hybrid
Palo Alto, CA, USA
134K-215K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Palo Alto, CA, USA
134K-215K Annually
Senior level
Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts for embedded automotive software. Create and execute test plans (functional, non-functional, regression), derive test scenarios from requirements, debug nightly regressions, collaborate with development teams on testability, participate in code reviews, and improve testing processes. Hybrid role with up to 10% domestic travel.
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At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrow’s transportation.

Do you have what it takes to make smart vehicles for a smart world? Join the Ford Product Development team. Utilizing Design Thinking & User Experience methods, you’ll work to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We’re seeking forward-thinking, laser-focused professionals with a passion for bringing innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to such advancements as autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!

Responsibilities

What you'll be able to do:

Senior Software Developer in Test, Infrastructure + Automation - positions offered by Ford Motor Company (Palo Alto, California). Note, this is a hybrid position whereby the employee will work both from home and from the aforementioned worksite. Hence, the employee must live within a reasonable commuting distance from the worksite.  Create and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts to validate functional, non-functional, and regression testing for embedded software components. Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks, scripts, and tools for testing embedded software systems in automotive environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to review requirements for completeness and testability, analyze and provide feedback on system architecture, and derive test scenarios from requirements, use cases and analysis of system design. Work collaboratively with the development teams to develop and test in tandem, troubleshoot and resolve bugs and issues, and strive for high quality software and functionality through iteration and automation. Participate in code reviews and provide feedback on testability and maintainability. Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes, methodologies, and best practices. Domestic Travel Required up to 10%. 

Qualifications

You'll have…

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering or a related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.   3 years of experience with each of the following skills is required:  1. Programming in Python, C, or C++ by embedding software development and verification. 2. Utilizing automated testing tools and frameworks including Pytest, Slash, Jenkins, or Robot Framework. 3. Using software testing tools, frameworks, and methodologies including unit testing, integration testing, and system testing. 4. Debugging and triage nightly regression failures.

We are offering a salary of $133,980.00 - $215,000.04/yr. 

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 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-HTHD

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.

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Ford Motor Company Palo Alto, California, USA Office

3200 Hillview, Palo Alto, CA, United States, 94304

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