Director, IVI Systems & SW Product Engineering

Job description

The Director of IVI Systems and Software Product Engineering is the primary architect of the execution path for Ford’s next-generation digital cockpit. This role serves as the "technical glue" for the organization, leading a high-performing global team that transforms visionary UX intent into high-quality, customer-ready software. Operating at the intersection of deep technical expertise and product ownership, the Director is responsible for the end-to-end engineering lifecycle—from early feasibility and architectural definition to production release and over-the-air (OTA) enhancements. By scaling the SPE framework, this leader ensures that every feature is technically sound, safe, and delivered with the rigor required for zero field failures. You Will... You'll Have... You may also have... - Strategic Feature Lifecycle Management: Own and drive the end-to-end technical execution of the IVI portfolio. Ensure technical feasibility, integration, and quality across all vehicle milestones, maintaining a deep architectural understanding of system behaviors (SOA, CAN, and cloud extensions). - High-Level Design & Traceability: Lead the translation and traceability between Product, Systems...