Ford Motor Company

Platform Solution Developer

Ford Motor Company • $105K — $155K *
Waterloo, ON N2J 1A1In-Person
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
  • 7+ years' experience in platform engineering or closely related software delivery role.
  • 5+ years' experience administering Atlassian Cloud products at enterprise scale.
  • 3+ years' experience of software delivery lifecycle metrics, including DORA metrics.
  • 3+ years' experience integrating engineering tools across CI/CD and related platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Own the Developer Experience roadmap focusing on intelligence and productivity.
  • Integrate Developer Experience with Ford's engineering toolchain.
  • Administer and optimize enterprise Atlassian Cloud products.
  • Define and operationalize development performance metrics to enhance delivery.
  • Deliver executive reporting linking platform data to business outcomes.
  • Drive engineering tool adoption through enablement and engagement.
  • Manage and assess the service catalog and component inventory.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model offering flexibility between onsite and remote work.
  • Opportunity to influence developer productivity for a large engineering organization.
  • Engagement with cutting-edge tools and platforms in software development.
  • Potential for professional growth in a high-impact engineering environment.
Full Job Description
Job Description

In this position...

This role will serve as the single-threaded owner for Atlassian DX tooling, with accountability for platform strategy, ecosystem integration, enterprise adoption, and actionable developer productivity insights for engineering leadership.

This is a high-impact individual contributor role focused on shaping how Ford's software engineering teams measure, understand, and improve the way they work. The ideal candidate combines deep hands-on platform engineering experience with the ability to translate developer productivity data into clear, executive-ready insights and practical improvement opportunities for teams across the enterprise.

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

The primary responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

  • Own the Developer Experience roadmap, including intelligence, productivity, health reporting, and leadership insights.
  • Integrate Developer Experience (DX) with Ford's engineering toolchain, including Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), source control, observability, and deployment workflows.
  • Administer and optimize Atlassian Cloud products at enterprise scale, including Jira, Confluence, Jira Service Management (JSM), and Atlassian Analytics.
  • Define and operationalize DevOps Research and Assessment (DORA), Satisfaction, Performance, Activity, Communication, and Efficiency (SPACE), and Developer Experience (DevEx) metrics to improve delivery performance and developer flow.
  • Deliver executive reporting that connects platform data to business outcomes, engineering effectiveness, and risk reduction.
  • Drive adoption across 1,000+ engineers through enablement, documentation, office hours, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Manage the service catalog and component inventory, including ownership, health scorecards, standards, and governance.
  • Partner with engineering leaders to turn productivity signals into process, tooling, and platform improvements.
  • Evaluate and roll out Atlassian Marketplace applications, integrations, and capabilities that improve engineering experience.
  • Own the Atlassian Developer Experience (DX) vendor relationship, including roadmap alignment, escalations, beta programs, and feedback loops.


Qualifications

You'll have...

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field of study.

Experience:
  • 7+ years' experience in platform engineering, developer tooling, DevOps [Development and Operations], internal tools, or a closely related software delivery role.
  • 5+ years' experience administering Atlassian Cloud products at enterprise scale, including Jira, Confluence, and Jira Service Management.
  • 5+ years' experience deploying, operating, or scaling developer productivity platforms or internal developer portals for large engineering organizations.
  • 3+ years' experience of software delivery lifecycle metrics, including DORA [DevOps Research and Assessment] metrics, cycle time, deployment frequency, lead time, and change failure rate.
  • 3+ years' experience integrating engineering tools across CI/CD [Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery], source control, observability, deployment, service management, and reporting platforms.


Even better, you may have...
  • Experience with Atlassian DX [Developer Experience], Atlassian Compass, Backstage, Port, or similar internal developer portal and developer intelligence platforms.
  • Background supporting automotive, regulated engineering, or other large-scale enterprise software delivery environments.
  • Familiarity with developer experience research and measurement approaches, including the DevEx [Developer Experience] framework, DX [Developer Experience] Core 4, experience sampling, and qualitative feedback methods.
  • Atlassian certifications such as ACP [Atlassian Certified Professional]-620, ACP [Atlassian Certified Professional]-100, or similar platform administration credentials.
  • Experience with Forge or Connect app development, Atlassian REST [Representational State Transfer] APIs [Application Programming Interfaces], GraphQL [Graph Query Language] APIs [Application Programming Interfaces], automation, scripting, or custom reporting integrations.
  • Exposure to measuring adoption, productivity impact, or engineering effectiveness of AI [Artificial Intelligence]-assisted development tooling.
  • Ability to translate technical platform capabilities, usage patterns, and productivity data into business outcomes for non-technical and executive stakeholders.
  • Strong communication, documentation, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills across engineering, product, operations, and leadership audiences..


This posting is for an existing vacancy within our team.

The expected annual salary range for this Ford of Canada position is $105,000.00 to $155,000.00 and individuals may be eligible to participate in our Annual Compensation bonus program.

Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of degree completion for the highest level of education attained. If the degree was obtained from a school outside of Canada, an Education Credential Assessment report showing Canadian equivalency is also required.

We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.

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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.

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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.

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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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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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