In Vehicle Network Architect

Ford Ford · Auto · Allen Park, MI +1 · PD Operations and Quality

This role focuses on architecting and managing in-vehicle communication networks, specifically Ethernet, for Ford. Responsibilities include creating and maintaining network descriptions (Autosar), leading Ethernet communication strategies, automating artifact creation, documenting requirements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role also involves creating validation plans and writing testable requirements using Gherkin. Familiarity with communication standards like IEEE, Autosar, and SAE is required.

What you'd actually do

  1. Create, maintain and release in vehicle communication Network description in standard format such as Autosar.
  2. Lead Ethernet Communication strategies for In Vehicle Network.
  3. Automate the Network artifact creation workflows using various programming languages.
  4. Document the architectural requirements in standard format such as Gherkin.
  5. Collaborate cross functionally with different teams to gather and implement Ethernet specific interface requirements.

Skills

Required

  • Software engineering, with a focus on embedded systems
  • Embedded distributed systems (Automotive, Defense, Industry, IoT, and IT.)
  • Network architecture, protocols, and communication standards
  • Network Analysis and Simulation tools
  • AUTOSAR Classic and Adaptive architectures
  • Developing tools and scripts for AUTOSAR Classic, AUTOSAR Adaptive, DBC and ARXML formats
  • Test-Driven Development (TDD) with Gherkin for writing clear, concise, and executable specifications

What the JD emphasized

  • Software engineering, with a focus on embedded systems
  • Embedded distributed systems (Automotive, Defense, Industry, IoT, and IT.)
  • Network architecture, protocols, and communication standards
  • Network Analysis and Simulation tools
  • AUTOSAR Classic and Adaptive architectures
  • Developing tools and scripts for AUTOSAR Classic, AUTOSAR Adaptive, DBC and ARXML formats
  • Test-Driven Development (TDD) with Gherkin for writing clear, concise, and executable specifications