Software Engineer

Early Applicant

Exp: 10-12 Years

Job Description

Additionally, will conduct proof-of-concepts to support new features, ensure quality, timely delivery using Agile XP practices.
Develops the Technical Solution
Works with Technical Architect to update the technical design
Deliver valuable, working, tested, quality software released at market speed.
Develop and automate unit and integration test scripts.
Automate performance monitoring and notification in the event of failures using best practices and tools.

Research new technologies, influences and implements enterprise technology shifts and new trends impacting Ford application delivery

Engage in Agile practices including but not limited to Stand-ups, backlog grooming, sprint demos and journey mapping.
Lead pilot teams to implement new technologies / tooling / best-practices , refining the approach and recommending them back to the Engineering Teams
Design and monitor an overall road-map for recommended improvements/best practises and the associated tracking
Mentor and coach software engineers in software to support their development
Support teams of software engineers to design & develop application features using industry best practises and technologies
Lead CI/CD activities, management of environments and management of tooling used to support development
Lead the identification, creation, refinement and development of technical work required to improve the reliability and supportability of the applications
Support the management of the products APIs in REST and GraphQL
Create, review and maintain technical documentation as required
Lead engagements with Technical SMEs and global architecture teams on application design
Lead impact analysis of hardware upgrades and software launches
Participate in pair programming as required
Support maintenance and developing new IT Controls (GRC/Application Assessments /AFR/ITPM/S-Ox/Audit); Ensure appropriate use of Ford IT processes, tools and methodologies
Support continuous improvement of departmental processes

10+ years software engineering experience within both backend and frontend technologies
Working knowledge of version control systems (Git/GitHub) and CI/CD tools (Cloud Build)
Working knowledge of cloud platforms (GCP)
Experience of working to customer requirements, coordinating delivery of quality code within an agreed time-box
Strong prioritisation, co-ordination, organisational and communication skills, with ability to work in a large diverse team
Demonstrated evidence of architecture practices
Customer focused and strong team orientation
Ability to work closely within an Agile and PDO team environment
Self-starter and fast-learner
Strong drive for high quality performance and value add results
Demonstrated commitment to quality and delivery timing
Ability to handle multiple assignments with minimal direction
Ability to work in a highly regulated, financial environment
Willing to be flexible in terms of tasks and timings

Exposure or experience in the following technologies: