Software Engineering Manager

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Hiring Remotely in New York, NY, USA
In-Office or Remote
133K-251K Annually
Senior level
Automotive
The Role
Lead and mentor distributed software engineering teams across Canada and Mexico to modernize platforms, improve software quality and security, drive legacy transformation, and deliver enterprise-scale solutions. Own engineering operations, CI/CD/DevOps/SRE practices, metrics, incident resolution, vendor management, budgeting, and stakeholder collaboration to align regional delivery with global technology strategy.
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We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? 

The Engineering Manager serves as a senior technology leader responsible for aligning global technology strategy with regional market needs across Canada and Mexico. This role leads software engineering teams, drives technology modernization, improves software quality and operational excellence, and partners with business and technology stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions. The position focuses on engineering leadership, software delivery, platform modernization, quality, security, technical governance, and organizational transformation while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
Responsibilities
What you'll do...Technology Strategy
  • Design, develop, and deliver software solutions using appropriate technologies, frameworks, and methodologies.
  • Continuously improve platform performance and development efficiency.
  • Partner with architecture teams to ensure compliance with global technology standards.
  • Audit application portfolios to eliminate duplication and improve efficiency.
  • Drive legacy transformation initiatives aligned with global technology lifecycle strategies.
Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead and provide technical direction to software engineering teams across Canada and Mexico.
  • Mentor and develop high-performing engineering talent.
  • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Support regional managers in achieving market objectives through technology leadership.
  • Report technology and quality initiatives to the Engineering Director.
Engineering Operations & Quality
  • Own quality and security practices throughout the software delivery lifecycle.
  • Improve engineering transparency, metrics collection, and incident resolution processes.
  • Promote adoption of software craftsmanship principles and engineering best practices.
Innovation & Transformation
  • Identify and implement new technologies and digital initiatives that improve efficiency, customer experience, and business outcomes. 
Vendor & Partner Management
  • Manage technology vendors and external partners to optimize delivery, value, and cost effectiveness. 
Budget & Governance
  • Support IT budgeting, resource planning, governance, and investment decisions.
  • Ensure alignment, transparency, and return on technology investments.
Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Partner with business leaders and stakeholders to translate business needs into technology solutions.
  • Build strong relationships across teams to promote knowledge sharing and eliminate duplicate or conflicting solutions.
Qualifications
You'll have... 
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field OR a combination of education and experience
  • 8+ years of hands-on software engineering experience.
  • 6+ years of experience in software design, programming, design patterns, and Java-based development.
    • Experience developing testable software features and conducting effective code reviews.
  • 4+ years of experience leading Agile software development teams and delivering enterprise-scale products.
    • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • 4+ years of experience in software operations, including CI/CD, DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), observability, application support, and maintenance.
  • 2+ years of experience in technical planning and solution architecture.
Even better, you may have...
  • Experience collaborating across global or international markets.
  • Experience scaling applications and infrastructure.
  • Experience implementing Agile and Lean delivery methodologies.
  • Experience building predictable, efficient software delivery practices.
  • Experience managing complex cross-functional technical dependencies.
  • Experience collaborating with product and business owners on user journeys, roadmaps, and delivery plans.

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 of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage

• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more

• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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/LL6
This position is a range of salary grade LL6 $132,800 – $250,800

SOUTHEAST MI RESIDENTS: This role is posted as remote unless you reside within 50 miles of Dearborn, MI—in which case we request on-site presence up to 4 days a week.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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 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.
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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field OR equivalent education and experience
  • 8+ years of hands-on software engineering experience
  • 6+ years of experience in software design, programming, design patterns, and Java-based development
  • Experience developing testable software features and conducting effective code reviews
  • 4+ years of experience leading Agile software development teams and delivering enterprise-scale products
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • 4+ years of experience in software operations including CI/CD, DevOps, SRE, observability, application support, and maintenance
  • 2+ years of experience in technical planning and solution architecture
  • Experience collaborating across global or international markets
  • Experience scaling applications and infrastructure
  • Experience implementing Agile and Lean delivery methodologies
  • Experience building predictable, efficient software delivery practices
  • Experience managing complex cross-functional technical dependencies
  • Experience collaborating with product and business owners on user journeys, roadmaps, and delivery plans

Ford Motor Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ford Motor Company and has not been reviewed or approved by Ford Motor Company.

  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage start on day one with options that include zero-premium plans, free mental health support, and wellness resources. For represented hourly employees, health plans are described as low-cost with strong coverage value.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match and additional company contributions is available from day one, alongside life and disability coverage. Pension eligibility in certain situations and financial-planning support reinforce long‑term security.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave, fertility, surrogacy, and adoption benefits, plus a ramp‑up program for returning parents, reflect a family‑focused package. Flexible Family Care days and generous time‑off options help address short‑term caregiving and personal needs.

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The Company
HQ: Dearborn, MI
175,633 Employees
Year Founded: 1903

What We Do

Ford is a global company with shared ideals and a deep sense of family. From our earliest days as a pioneer of modern transportation, we have sought to make the world a better place – one that benefits lives, communities and the planet. We are here to provide the means for every person to move and pursue their dreams, serving as a bridge between personal freedom and the future of mobility. In that pursuit, our 186,000 employees around the world help to set the pace of innovation every day.

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