Job Description The Automotive Instrument Cluster Software Developer is responsible for leading a team of developers to create the software architecture, code, unit, and integration tests for Ford’s SYNC infotainment system with a focus on quality. The Embedded Software Developer – Instrument Cluster is responsible for creating software services for Ford’s Sync system. This includes code to support features gauges, telltale, warning, PRNDL, odometer, message center, and other instrument cluster functionalities.
Responsibilities:
Design, develop and implement software for digital dashboard/instrument cluster/gauges in Ford and Lincoln vehicles
Understanding of Embedded Systems Software development and product development cycle
Lead integration, build, and release of firmware images for Ford SYNC platform
Lead root cause analysis of software defects. Lead optimization of boot-up performance and system responsiveness
Participate in system design, documentation, and testing to deliver a best-in-class system
Analyze software requirements and create a detailed design for software components
Participate in coding and testing reviews
Ensure quality requirements are met in software design process
Perform defect correction, evolution implementation, and maintenance
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related
2+ years of experience in development of embedded software for automotive ECU, instrument cluster, and/or infotainment systems
Preferred Qualifications:
Instrument Cluster Development with knowledge of Embedded C/C++, Software modeling
Software logical functions modeling using tools like Matlab
Knowledge of Instrument cluster feature development
Knowledge of HMI tools such as Altia, Qt/QML, KANZI
Knowledge of in-vehicle network protocols (CAN/LIN/Ethernet)
Experience in Cybersecurity
Experience in Functional Safety
Experience in software drivers development
The distance between imagination and … creation. It can be measured in years of innovation, or in moments of brilliance. When you join the Ford team discover all the benefits, rewards and development opportunities you’d expect from a diverse global leader. You’ll become part of a team that is already leading the way, with ingenious solutions and attainable products – and it is always ready to go further.
Visa sponsorship is 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.