Ford Motor Company

ADAS Engineer

Ford Motor Company

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Little River • Australia

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About the role

  • Lead and deliver ViL initiatives to support sign-off readiness while also planning and executing robust ADAS software releases.
  • Lead the ViL project within the ADAS team and coordinate with North American counterparts as needed.
  • Create solutions to improve portability and usability of ViL equipment and setups.
  • Conduct and document tests to ensure ViL results are accurate and well-correlated with physical vehicle tests.
  • Train Ford staff on ViL operation, troubleshooting, and best practices.
  • Maintain and continuously improve the ViL as part of the ADAS test plan, ensuring repeatability and traceability.
  • Ensure ViL activities align with sign-off readiness for major ADAS features.
  • Plan and execute ADAS software releases; build software packages for development and service.
  • Support software reviews, release governance, and drive process improvements to reduce cycle times and risk.
  • Conduct tests to verify root causes, validate theories, and ensure issues are fixed right the first time.
  • Utilize JIRA and Confluence to improve issue handling, coordination, and validation efficiency.
  • Support ADAS feature and performance validation within release cycles.
  • Work closely with ADAS teams across locations to synchronize ViL and software release activities.
  • Communicate status, risks, and trade-offs clearly to engineering and program leadership.
  • Coach and share best practices; contribute to design reviews, teaching sessions, and process improvements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Software, Information Systems, or 5+ years of relevant industry experience in product development or automotive engineering
  • Experience leading embedded automotive software delivery on vehicle programs, including launch support and gateway/milestone sign-off activities
  • Strong understanding of Driver Assistance technologies and sensors: camera, radar, ultrasonics, sensor fusion, and image processing
  • Knowledge of ADAS software architecture and module-level integration (ECUs, sensors, gateway interactions)
  • Experience with ViL/HiL test environments, data collection and analysis, and automated test systems.
  • Proficiency with ADAS simulation tools (e.g., CarMaker, CarSim or similar) and real-time testing workflows.
  • Familiarity with networking protocols (CAN, XCP, TCP, UDP) and debugging tools (Wireshark, CANalyzer, etc.)
  • Proficiency in programming or scripting languages common to automotive software and test (C/C++, Java; MATLAB; Shell scripting)
  • Experience with software development and release toolchains (Jenkins, GitHub, Linux development) and build/package management
  • Strong stakeholder communication skills; ability to influence without formal authority and align teams toward common release and validation outcomes
  • Ability to interpret code and logs to aid in issue resolution
  • Experience with defect management systems (e.g., JIRA) and documentation platforms (e.g., Confluence)
  • Strong written and verbal communication; detail-oriented with the ability to convey complex topics clearly
  • Proactive, collaborative, and able to work effectively in cross-location teams
  • Willingness to train others and share knowledge through coaching and sessions
  • Experience with Ford diagnostic and software tools (e.g., Diagnostic Engineering Tool, IVS) is a plus.
  • Prior exposure to Ford-specific processes or diagnostic environments is a plus.
Benefits
  • Discounted lease car options.
  • Multiple Employee Resource Groups – Ford Pride, Women of Ford and Ford Empowering Diverse Abilities.
  • Flexible Work Arrangements.
  • Growth and development opportunities via internal and external training.
  • Paid parental leave from day 1.
  • Comprehensive Employee Assist Program.
  • Wellness Programs including Free Flu Vaccinations and Health Checks.
  • Paid volunteer days.
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Hard Skills & Tools
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