In-Vehicle Infotainment Software Design Engineer

Ford Motor Company

In-Vehicle Infotainment Engineer managing software deliverables for Ford. Interface with cross-functional teams to resolve IVI software related issues.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Electronics Module Software Design and Release, with a strong focus on IVI software issue resolution, EOL configurations, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in utilizing Ford engineering software management tools and automotive technologies to support program milestones and vehicle testing.

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Electronics Module Software Design & ReleaseIVI Software Issue ResolutionFord Engineering Software Management ToolsEnd of Line (EOL) ConfigurationAutomotive Network Experience

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Hard Skills

Electronics Module Software DesignSoftware Re-flash ToolsVehicle Level TestingDTC Issue ResolutionCost Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent Analysis SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsProject Management SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

JIRAVSEMSMPSNSWADValue-CANVehicle SpyCANalyzerBluetoothUSBWi-Fi

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Industry Keywords

In-Vehicle InfotainmentFord Project Management ToolsetVoice of Customer FleetAutomotive TechnologiesEnd of Line (EOL)

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AndroidFlash

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Initiate Jira’s and interface with the IVI software product owners/developers for resolution of issues. Along with timing to support program milestones.
Perform initial triage analysis of Bug Reports, logs, and CAN data to expedite issue resolution.
IVI feature expert on Program specific content, feature operations, and EOL configurations.
Drive resolution of software related issues and collaborate with other Ford cross-functional teams on root cause.
Onsite plant support for functional audits, and End of Line (EOL) issue resolution. Gather data and lead troubleshooting/analysis of all IVI software issues.
Manage/perform onsite IVI loose stock and vehicle on wheels software reflashes to support builds at the plant.
Manage module software pedigree and deliveries, from build to print supplier, to support program build timing.
Champion software release documentation and approvals for IVI software driven changes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Engineering. Electrical or Computer Software
3 + years of Electronics Module Software Design & Release Engineer experience. Ford experience a plus.
Experience with Module hardware or software release processes
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with cross functional global teams
Working knowledge of Ford engineering software management tools including JIRA, VSEM, SMPSN, and SWAD databases.
End of Line (EOL) module configuration & DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) issue resolution experience.
Vehicle level testing and software validation experience.
Experience interfacing with Ford Voice of Customer Fleet issues and troubleshooting vehicles. In-Vehicle Infotainment background a plus.
Excellent analysis and problem-solving skills
Experience with automotive networks such as Value-CAN, Vehicle Spy and CANalyzer.
Experience with Software re-flash tools/processes.
Excellent project management and communications skills
Ford Project Management toolset experience with FEDE-BOM, FEDE-DV, WERS, & CDR’s.
Cost analysis skills beneficial.
Periodic Travel required to different plants throughout North America to support Launches.
Experience with using automotive technologies such as Bluetooth, USB, Wi-Fi, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and/or Voice recognition.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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.