Job Description
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.
We are searching for an Enterprise Architect who will provide architecture
support for Product Development (PD) at Ford Motor Company. To thrive in
this position, you will need to have the Business and IT Architecture
expertise and desire to work with Product Team (both business and IT)
members to deliver an Enterprise Digital Thread that spans across Product
Development (PD) and its integrations with Purchasing, Manufacturing and
Supply Chain, and Customer Experience
Responsibilities
Collaborate with Business and IT stakeholders to formulate and document
strategic initiatives and holistic solution proposals for a seamless end-
to-end ecosystem.
Create cross-functional Information Domain Blueprints encompassing
information modeling, data standards, and comprehensive data mapping and
analysis.
Develop architectural blueprints and transformational roadmaps for
modernization of Product Development (PD) products such as PLM, Bill of
Materials, Systems Engineering, Design, and Verification, fostering
collaboration across functional domains and Business, IT, and enterprise
architecture teams.
Ensure that architectural proposals adhere to established standards and
guidelines.
Provide senior-level leadership with solution definition, architecture
insights, and decision-making support.
Conduct research projects, including in AI/ML and other emerging trends,
that inform and shape the development of business and information
architecture.
Support IT teams in the seamless transition from strategy to development
and delivery phases and in creating technical designs and documentation
for new features and functionalities.
Define solution architectures in alignment with Ford Motor Company's
established patterns, standards, and reference architectures.
Actively engage in stand-up meetings and assist delivery teams.
Qualifications
The minimum requirements we seek:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Business Administration,
Engineering, or a related field
5+ years overall Business/IT experience in process definition and
documentation
Our preferred requirements:
Proficient in business consulting with strong facilitation, written, and
oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to self-manage, develop work plans, and employ
effective methods to navigate ambiguity and foster consensus for
architectural solutions in legacy and cloud-native paradigms.
Familiarity with Product Development processes and tools within Ford or
similar organizations. These include PLM, Bill of Materials, ALM, and
Model-Based Systems Engineering
Exceptional time management and digital proficiency, utilizing tools such
as MS Office.
Proven leadership skills in working with senior management to facilitate
decision-making.
Strong problem-solving abilities, including leading problem-solving teams.
Self-motivated individual who can work autonomously or collaboratively
within a team setting.
Experience in process modeling frameworks like BPMN and process automation
tools
Expertise in interoperability standards and methods
Experience with architecture governance processes and conducting
architecture reviews and evaluations.
Experience in liaising with external suppliers and vendors for consultancy
and procurement solutions.
Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects concurrently.
About Us
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.
About the Team
Ford Product Development is utilizing Design Thinking & User Experience
methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that will delight our
customers. Our employees are laser-focused on bringing innovative, exciting,
and sustainable ideas to life. From autonomy and electrification, to smart
mobility technologies, our Product Development teams around the world are
working together with excitement to make smart vehicles for a smart world.
More Information on Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company operates in the Automotive industry. The company is located
in Dearborn, MI and Palo Alto, CA. Ford Motor Company was founded in 1903. It
has 175633 total employees. It offers perks and benefits such as Flexible
Spending Account (FSA), Disability insurance, Dental insurance, Vision
insurance, Health insurance and Life insurance. To see all 166 open jobs at
Ford Motor Company, click here.
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