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Ford Motor Company RapidResponse Software Engineer in Des Moines, Iowa
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?
As a key member of our Enterprise Technology Group, you’ll play a critical part in crafting the future of mobility. If you’re looking for the chance to bring to bear advanced technology to redefine the transportation landscape, enhance the customer experience, and improve people’s lives, this is your opportunity. Join us and challenge your IT expertise and analytical skills to help build vehicles that are as inquisitive as you are.
Ford was the first automotive OEM to widely deploy the RapidResponse product from Kinaxis and continues to expand the usage of the product within the company. As a RapidResponse Software Engineer, you’ll design, develop, and support business solutions in RapidResponse. You'll work on an agile product team using a collaborative approach to deliver breakthrough solutions for the company.
At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow’s transportation.
What you’ll be able to do:
Develop new functional solutions using RapidResponse products.
Participate in design sessions with the team to determine the best technical approach
Work with product designers and business teams to specify and refine solutions.
Quality testing of other developer’s functionality using agile testing techniques.
Manage and operate integrations to data sources to ensure high reliability and data accuracy.
Operate within an agile process and execute agile techniques.
Develop new functional solutions using RapidResponse product.
Participate in design sessions with the team to determine the best technical approach
Work with product designers and business teams to specify and refine solutions.
Quality testing of other developer’s functionality using agile testing techniques.
Manage and operate integrations to data sources to ensure high reliability and data accuracy
Operate within an agile process and execute agile techniques.
The minimum requirements we seek:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems or a related field
3+ years of experience in RapidResponse development
2+ years of software testing experience
At least 1 year of experience in Agile practices (SAFE, Scrum, Kanban, TDD, etc.)
Our preferred qualifications:
Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field
Strong code debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-resolution skills.
Highly effective in working with product managers, product owners, and cross-functional users of product teams.
Proven tackling and problem-solving skills to quickly identify and document the root cause of issues and optimally communicate possible resolutions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills by collaborating with multi-functional teams to develop comprehensive product test plans, solve issues, etc., and autonomously to achieve business outcomes.
Collaborative, positive demeanor, and self-motivated
Motivated to drive tasks to completion and take ownership of projects.
“This job is posted as remote unless the selected candidate lives within 50 miles, then it may not be fully remote.”
What you’ll receive in return:
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 the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, generous PTO, retirement, and savings plans, incentive compensation, tuition assistance, a vehicle discount program, and much more
For information on Ford's salary and benefits, please visit: _https://corporate.ford.com/content/dam/corporate/us/en-us/documents/careers/2024-benefits-and-comp-GSR-sal-plan-2.pdf_
Candidates with Ford Motor Company positions must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
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.
Requisition ID : 31394