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Staff Embedded Platform Engineer at Ford Global

Department: PD Operations and Quality

Compensation

$150,200 – $283,500/yr

Setup
Hybrid
Location
Long Beach, California · Palo Alto, California
Type
Full-time
Level
staff+
Posted

Description

Ford is hiring a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to architect and develop the foundational software platform for next-generation automotive electronic control units. The role covers real-time drivers, embedded RTOS configurations, low-level drivers, middleware, networking stacks, memory layouts, and ISO 26262 functional safety, while providing technical leadership and mentoring across the platform team. Candidates need a STEM degree, strong Embedded C and MISRA C experience, automotive networking knowledge, and embedded RTOS and driver development experience. The position is hybrid, requires onsite work four or more days per week, and offers a base salary range of $150,200-$283,500 with visa sponsorship available.

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