About the role

Software Update Platform Developer in Ford's Electric Vehicles team focusing on embedded systems. Collaborating on the next generation Phoenix and ECG modules to enhance electric vehicle experience.

Responsibilities

Design, document and implement new features for the software update platform components
Implement well documented APIs that provide services to other components
Provide continuous support for integration issues and defects
Contribute to performance optimizations in CPU utilization, and usage of RAM and disk storage in embedded systems
Work closely with internal and external teams to deliver cross-functional features that span across multiple systems
Participate in prototype and proof of concept innovation initiatives

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
3-5 years of experience in software development on embedded, mobile, or consumer electronic platforms
3+ years C/C++ software development experience
Proven experience with multi-threaded embedded systems design and Real-Time OS (RTOS) concepts
Master's degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science (even better)
5+ years' C++ software development on embedded, mobile, or consumer electronic platforms (even better)
Proficiency with unit-testing and mock frameworks (even better)
Competency in Java programming (even better)
Familiarity with common development tools such as Git, repo, Make, GCC, G++, and GDB (even better)
Practical application of Agile development processes and methodologies (even better)
Highly effective written and verbal communication skills (even better)