Cloud Infrastructure Solutions Architect

Are you a passionate technology enthusiast eager to simplify and enhance complex global infrastructure systems? Join us as a Cloud Infrastructure Solutions Architect, and play a pivotal role in transforming Ford's infrastructure across Google Cloud Platform (GCP), on-premises data centers, and distributed locations worldwide. This is your chance to leverage advanced technology and redefine the future of mobility. If you are ready to take on new challenges and impact the transportation landscape, we want to hear from you!

Collaborate with Technology and Software Platform teams to deliver cloud infrastructure solutions, covering all aspects including hosting, computing, databases, and networks.

Define and integrate components to establish robust infrastructure patterns that prioritize availability, scalability, and reliability.

Bring your expertise in OpenShift/GKE and hands-on experience with GCP services, such as Containers, Cloud Run, Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine, Big Query, and Cloud Storage.

Design, build, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and secure cloud-native applications on GCP.

Leverage your application development skills with technologies like Java, Springboot, and Python.

Work cross-functionally to seamlessly integrate GCP services into Ford's broader IT architecture.

Stay abreast of GCP technologies and best practices, providing recommendations for continuous improvement.

Document and advise on GCP infrastructure processes, utilizing REST API, Agile tools, DevOps practices, and establishing efficient CI/CD pipelines.

Implement best practices in GCP application deployment and management with development teams.

Monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot GCP resources while resolving any infrastructure-related issues.

Assist in developing technical designs and documentation, while maintaining open communication and sharing best practices with stakeholders.

Work with various cloud services, ensuring alignment with security and compliance standards, including Identity and Access Management.

Engage in serverless design, CaaS implementation, IaaS security compliance, network management, and automation of remediation processes.

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.

8+ years of increasing responsibility in IT or technology-related roles.

5+ years of experience with cloud-native GCP and hybrid cloud environments.

3+ years of scripting and automation experience in Python, Bash, or similar languages.

3+ years of application development using Java, Springboot, Python, etc.

2+ years of experience with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform or Deployment Manager.

Experience in datacenter operations.

Proficient in Linux/Windows environments.

Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply if you believe you can contribute to Ford Motor Company!

As a global leader, we offer career pathways that match your ambitions—will you be a technical expert, leader, or innovator? Whatever your path, we provide a supportive work environment that includes:

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, and resources for new parents.

Family building benefits encompassing adoption reimbursement and fertility treatments.

Employee vehicle discount programs and management leasing options.

Tuition assistance to support your educational growth.

Active employee resource groups fostering community and inclusion.

Paid time off for community service and a generous holiday schedule.

Options for additional vacation time to suit your needs.

This position ranges from a salary grade of 5 to 8, with compensation between $63,480 and $162,120.

Visa sponsorship is available. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Ford Motor Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please reach out to our support team.

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Requisition ID: 57693