Head of Technical Programme Management

We made history and now we work to transform the future - for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Ford's Future. Technology Platform Programs (TPP).

Ford's new Technology Platform Programs (TPP) team is reimagining vehicle electrical architecture and software platforms, pivoting to a streamlined, scalable, platform‑first strategy, and we need your talent to drive this vision. At TPP, you'll be instrumental in simplifying software by driving Ford's minimum complexity vision, boosting quality and speed by enabling faster, higher‑quality software delivery, optimizing programs to make vehicle execution significantly more efficient, and scaling solutions by leading cross‑functional strategies for broad impact across our vehicle lineup. TPP is where bold ideas transform into real‑world breakthroughs that define the future of Ford. Join us and drive innovation!

This role sits at the intersection of cutting‑edge digital technology and automotive‑grade systems, where innovation, user experience, and rapid delivery are paramount.

You will be part of a complex, cross‑functional program team that spans embedded software, cloud integration, hardware interfaces, and user experience design.

Portfolio & Program Management

Program planning and execution across multiple vehicle programs and digital platforms, balancing resources, risks, and priorities.

Develop and maintain schedules, dependency maps, and risk mitigation plans across integrated services feature deliverables and functionality.

Ensure platform deliverables are executed with excellence and delivered on time.

Communicate program status, risks, and decisions clearly and effectively to executive leadership and technical teams.

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance program execution, quality, and velocity.

Bachelor’s degree.

5+ years of proven experience as a Technical Program Manager.

Understanding of software and hardware technical solutions, TARA’s, end‑point protection and other cyber concerns.

Deep understanding of network architecture, routing, switching, DNS, DHCP, BGP, SD‑WAN, VPN, firewalls, and load‑balancing technologies.

Strong technical background in systems engineering, software development.

Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Passion for innovation, user experience, and delivering impactful technology.

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.

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.

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.

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