Ford Motor Company

Cloud Systems Developer

Ford Motor Company • $85K — $192K *
Dearborn, MI 48126In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in platform engineering, DevOps, or site reliability engineering.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Deep expertise in container orchestration, especially OpenShift and Kubernetes.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure management on GCP and/or Azure.
  • Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform and GitOps is a plus.
  • Understanding of service management principles including SLAs and SLOs is advantageous.**
  • Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate within a high-performing team to foster innovation and teamwork.
  • Develop and manage OpenShift and Kubernetes clusters on GCP and Azure with a focus on security and scalability.
  • Support platform service delivery by defining and achieving SLAs and SLOs.
  • Drive automation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce manual tasks.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the strategic direction of the platform.
  • Assist in incident management and troubleshooting to mitigate future issues.

Benefits

  • Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
  • Flexible family care days and subsidized back-up childcare.
  • Family-building benefits including adoption reimbursement and fertility treatments.
  • Employee vehicle discount program.
  • Tuition assistance to further educational growth.
  • Engagement in established employee resource groups.
  • Paid time off for community service and generous holiday schedule.
Full Job Description
Job Description

In this position...

This is a highly technical position perfect for someone with a strong background in distributed systems and cloud infrastructure who is passionate about mentoring engineers and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

What you'll do....

  • Team work and delivery: Work along with a high-performing team of platform engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
  • Platform Management: Develop the engineering solutions, and day-to-day operations of our OpenShift and Kubernetes clusters on GCP and Azure, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability.
  • Service Delivery: Take part in supporting platform's service delivery, including defining, monitoring and meeting Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Service Level Objectives (SLOs), and Mean Time to Resolution (MTTx) to ensure the platform meets the needs of our internal customers.
  • Automation and Efficiency: Drive automation initiatives to streamline operations, reduce manual tasks, and improve overall efficiency. This includes developing and enforcing best practices for Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
  • Strategy: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver the platform's strategic direction and roadmap, aligning its capabilities with business needs and user requirements.
  • Incident Management: Serve to support for platforms' technical issues, troubleshooting efforts and post-mortem analyses to prevent future occurrences.


Qualifications

You'll have....
  • Proven 5+ years of experience working along a team of platform, DevOps, or site reliability engineers.
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology or a related technical field.
  • Deep technical expertise with container orchestration platforms, specifically OpenShift and/or Kubernetes.
  • Hands-on experience with managing and operating cloud infrastructure on GCP and/or Azure.


Even better, you may have....

  • Strong understanding of Infrastructure as Code principles and tools (e.g., Terraform, GitOps).
  • A strong understanding of service management principles, including SLAs, SLOs, and incident management.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

    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.

    This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $85,400-$143,200.

    This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $99,600-$166,600.

    This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $115,000-$192,900.

    Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

    For more information on salary and benefits, click here:

    Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company manufactures or distributes automobiles in addition to offering financial services. The company sells to dealerships for retail sales, and for sale to fleet customers, including commercial fleet customers, daily rental car companies, and governments. Ford’s vehicle portfolio includes automobiles, buses, tractors, and trucks. Retail financing includes retail installment sale contracts for new and used vehicles, and direct financing leases for new vehicles to retail customers, government entities, daily rental car companies, and fleet customers. Finance receivables in the non-consumer portfolio include products offered to automotive dealers. Ford’s environmental initiatives include compressed natural gas, flexible fuel vehicles, electric drive vehicles, Hydrogen, PC power management, and so on. Ford Motor Company was founded by Henry Ford in 1903 and is headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan.

Ford Motor Company Careers

Join the dynamic team at Ford Motor Company, a global leader in automotive innovation and manufacturing. At Ford, we are committed to driving human progress by providing outstanding vehicles and mobility solutions. This is an exciting time to become part of our inclusive team, where job opportunities abound and growth is not just a possibility, but a promise.

Work You’ll Do

At Ford Motor Company, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Our professionals are at the forefront of automotive technology, leading projects that redefine transportation and sustainability. With a culture rooted in continuous improvement and respect for all, Ford offers a workplace where leadership, diversity training, and innovation are part of everyday life.

Join Our Market-Leading Team

Ford’s commitment to excellence is why we are a leader in the automotive sector. We offer a variety of career paths, from engineering to marketing, all designed to foster professional and personal growth. Our team benefits from Ford’s commitment to professional development and networking opportunities, ensuring that every team member can reach their full potential.

Innovative Work

Engage in work that makes a difference. Ford Motor Company is pioneering developments in electrification, autonomous vehicles, and smart mobility solutions. Our team of over 190,000 employees worldwide is dedicated to crafting experiences that improve the way the world moves.

Be Part of a Great Team

Working at Ford means more than just having a job; it means being part of a global family. Our culture promotes teamwork, integrity, and respect—values that underpin everything we do. We believe in nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment where every employee can thrive.

Future-Proof Your Career

Ford Motor Company is not just a great place to work; it’s a place to build a lasting career. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, comprehensive health care, and retirement plans that rank among the best in the industry. We support career advancement through extensive training programs and hands-on experience in the latest automotive technologies.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking for your next challenge or a student interested in an internship, Ford has opportunities that will harness your skills and ignite your ambition. Our hiring process is straightforward and respectful, designed to match your skills and passions with the right position.

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Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Ready to start your journey with Ford? Prepare your resume, sharpen your interview skills, and become part of a company that’s building the future of transportation.

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Learn more about Ford Motor Company
Size
183,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.8 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$1.2 billion
Founded
1903
5 Year Trend
-2.1%
Revenue
$127.1 billion
NASDAQ
F
* Ladders Estimates

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