Product Development Engineer
US$99,500 – US$166,500 / yr base salary
Posted 6 Aug 2026
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- Level
- 7
- Expected experience
- 3+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Hybrid
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
| Base salary | US$99,500 – US$166,500 / yr |
|---|
Field of studyComputer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering
Study levelBachelor's
Field of studyComputer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering (or related)
Study levelMaster's
In this position...
Ford is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Design & Release Engineer to join our innovative Power Supply & Energy Management organization. In this critical role, you will be responsible for the design, development, integration, testing, and release of embedded software for intelligent Battery Management System (BMS) LIN Sensors that monitor and manage 12V and 48V battery systems within Ford's next-generation vehicles. This position demands a strong understanding of embedded software development, Local Interconnect Network (LIN) communication protocols, intelligent sensor technologies, battery state estimation (SOC, SOH, SOP), functional safety, and cybersecurity. You will collaborate with our core software team during the software product lifecycle from concept to production, working closely with cross-functional teams and external suppliers to deliver world-class smart sensor software for critical energy management systems. You will manage the entire software lifecycle for BMS LIN Sensor modules, ensuring that all software implementations meet Ford's stringent functional, cybersecurity, and quality standards, and are delivered on time to support key program milestones. This position requires a deep understanding of automotive power supply architectures and robust automotive software development and delivery processes.
Responsibilities
What you'll do...
- Lead the design, development, and release of embedded software for BMS LIN Sensor components, collaborating closely with external suppliers.
- Translate Ford's functional, performance, diagnostic, cybersecurity, safety, and quality requirements into clear and actionable software specifications for intelligent sensor suppliers.
- Act as the primary technical interface for software-related topics between Ford and supplier engineering teams, fostering strong partnerships.
- Review and approve supplier software designs, architectures, test plans, and validation reports to ensure compliance with Ford standards and industry best practices (e.g., ASPICE, ISO 26262).
- Monitor supplier software development progress, track key performance indicators, and manage deliverables to ensure adherence to program timelines and quality gates.
- Facilitate efficient resolution of technical issues and defects during all phases of the software development lifecycle, including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for complex LIN communication or sensor accuracy issues.
- Ensure rigorous software validation and verification activities are conducted, supporting both bench-level LIN network testing and vehicle-level integration.
- Support vehicle integration and testing efforts for BMS LIN Sensors, troubleshooting software, diagnostic, and network-related issues as they arise.