This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned leader and technologist to play a crucial role in Ford's data-driven approach to business and helping the company use insights to gain a competitive advantage.
Desired Skills:
Know the business, work experience in Design Cost domain Hands on experience developing AI/ML and optimization applications Knowledge of deploying analytical solutions on GCP Ability to influence leaders and team members in a diplomatic way Ability to provide a clear point of view and challenge respectfully when necessary Possess a high tolerance for ambiguity and ever-changing environment Willingness to mentor and teach others
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters or PhD. is preferred in a Quantitative field such as Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Physics, Mathematics or Engineerin
Your Mindset:
You know your value to the team is leading and supporting them to succeed You have a can-do attitude, willing to fill any gaps in the team when necessary You are a trailblazer and change agent You have perseverance You promote collaboration and inclusion You are a problem solver You are a design thinker at heart – open-minded, curious, exploratory, iterative, and optimistic
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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.
For a detailed look at our benefits, click here: Benefit Summary
This position is a salary grade LL5.
This position is a range of salary grades LL5.
* Please note: This is a hybrid role, you are expected to relocate if you are not within commutable distance, and responsible to be on site at minimum 1-3 day per week *
*Visa Sponsorship is not provided for this role*
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Position Responsibilities:
Lead a cross-functional team of data scientists, software engineers, and data engineers to build, grow and maintain the Design Cost Analytics suite of products and services Lead & facilitate strategic conversations and prioritization within the team, as well as with senior leaders of each domain Create Product Line roadmap aligned to Design Cost business objectives and be accountable for delivery of technology solutions. Establish KPIs, measure the effectiveness and adjust the delivery plan based on learning, user, and stakeholder feedback. Manage financials – monthly forecasts and headcount across investments and operations Share best practices, identify synergies & risks, duplicative efforts, team collaboration, connecting the dots across domains, etc. Be the catalyst for technology, software craftsmanship, DevOps, and Agile practices to enable professionalism and culture across your teams Support strategic reviews with GDIA senior leaders, governance reviews with business partners, and internal product reviews Develop the PDO and technical skills of your teams with a focus on continuous improvement Champion talent acquisition, engagement, and retention; Promote an engaged, diverse & inclusive global team with exciting work and rewarding careers Continue to grow leadership capability within GDIAPosition Requirements:
6+ years experience building and managing high performing teams Ability to quickly learn and understand complex environments and team dynamics Deep troubleshooting skills and capabilities to lead a triage team across a complex ecosystem Proven ability to build relationships with IT teams, business partners and external suppliers to drive technology transformation Excellent communication, storytelling, and relationship-building skills Strong strategic thinking and coordination skills, anticipating the needs of the team Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, ability to solve problems and actively incorporate input from various sources Passion to keep the teams motivated to drive for outcomes, encourage a sense of urgency, and build attention to detail Values and leverages diversity and has a passion for talent development