Supplier Software Quality Lead

Ford Motor Company

Supplier Software Quality Lead managing engineering statements of work overseeing software quality at Ford. Collaborates with various teams to ensure timely, high-quality software delivery.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Software Quality Assurance, including the development and implementation of processes for software development, while effectively managing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with Agile methodologies. Strong collaboration and communication skills are essential for driving successful outcomes across teams and with Tier 1 suppliers.

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Software Quality AssuranceEmbedded Software DevelopmentAgile MethodologiesSupplier ManagementCross-Team Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Software Development LifecycleRequirements DevelopmentIntegration and TestProcess ComplianceWork-Product Traceability

Soft Skills

Collaborative MindsetCustomer-FocusedClear Communication

Tools & Technologies

Jira

Industry Keywords

Engineering Statements of WorkSupply Chain PerformanceRisk ManagementCost EfficienciesTier 1 Suppliers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Software Supplier Quality Manager’s own and manage key engineering statements of work (eSOW) that identify critical deliverables which are measured throughout the software development lifecycle, from pre-sourcing evaluations through post-sourcing execution.
The supplier manager collaborates with purchasing, Design and Release Engineers (D&R), and Engineering teams to ensure process compliance, work-product traceability, and on-time delivery; this role plays a critical part in optimizing supply chain performance, managing risk, and driving cost efficiencies across the organization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, electrical engineering or related field or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
5 years of experience in the position offered OR 5 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance including development and roll out of processes and methods for software development
3 years of experience in embedded software development, requirements development, integration and test, OR performing software project management and driving software quality improvements
2 years of experience working with Tier 1 suppliers to deliver high-quality software.
Collaborative, customer-focused mindset to drive the right outcomes for our customers (internal and external).
Ability to effectively manage cross-team capabilities and contribute to your peers’ success.
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and best practices, including experience with Jira work management.
Clear communication style both laterally to business partners as well as upwards to management.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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.