Senior Software Engineer @ Ford

We are seeking a highly skilled Software/Senior Software Engineer to lead the development of our global incentives microservices platform using a combination of open-source frameworks + Cloud native technology stack. As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing scalable microservices architecture that will support the companys business requirements.

• Bachelors or masters degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in software development with expertise in building microservices architectures on a JVM platform (Preferably Java/Spring Boot/Spring Cloud)
• Experience in TDD/BDD methodologies and in writing Unit, Integration, Acceptance test cases
• Hands-on experience with open-source technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, and Kafka.
• Experience/Exposure to NoSQL datastores (Columnar, Document databases)
• Solid understanding of software development principles, including design patterns, software architecture, and testing methodologies.
• Strong programming skills in one or more programming languages, such as Java, Python, or Go.
• Experience with cloud-based technologies, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Managers, Architects, DevOps, and QA, to design and develop a scalable microservices platform.
• Design, develop and implement high-quality, reusable, and testable code that adheres to industry best practices and standards.
• Lead and mentor a team of software developers, providing technical guidance and support throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Build re-usable frameworks and work closely with DevOps and other teams to ensure the platform is highly available, scalable, and fault tolerant.
• Handle operational issues with little or no oversight.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to standards, patterns, and architecture principles.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and user guides for the platform