Tech Strategy Specialist

Ford Motor Company

Ford technology strategist shaping future ADAS or Body Systems experiences for software-defined vehicles. Aligning platforms, investments, and roadmaps across engineering, product, and enterprise stakeholders.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $132,800 - $250,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing technology strategies and translating technical initiatives into business analyses, with a strong focus on project management and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in managing technology investment portfolios and leading strategic initiatives within automotive contexts.

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Technology Strategy DevelopmentProject Management ExperienceADAS and Body Systems ExpertiseData Analytics and StorytellingCross-Functional Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementData AnalyticsCost-Benefit AnalysisTechnology Portfolio ManagementTechnical Initiative TranslationVehicle Program MilestonesElectrical ArchitecturesAgile MethodologyGPDS FamiliarityFeature Take-Rates

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInfluencing SkillsCollaboration SkillsLeadership SkillsAbility to Manage Priorities

Tools & Technologies

JIRAUnified Backlog ProcessTechnology Health DatabasesBenchmarking ToolsCompetitive Intelligence Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringMBA or Equivalent Work Experience

Industry Keywords

Automotive TechnologyADASBody SystemsCross-Functional TeamsTechnology Proliferation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Help develop Ford’s global technology strategies
Synthesize industry trends, portfolio needs, and corporate objectives into forward-looking strategies
Define future customer experiences and the compute platforms, sensing configurations, and software enablers required to deliver them
Develop offering strategies for vehicle programs and regions
Evaluate complexity-driving requests through cost–benefit analysis and drive decisions to closure
Support technology investment portfolio management, funding requests, and spending reduction opportunities
Conduct competitive intelligence, benchmarking, and external technology scanning
Translate external insights into recommendations on platforms, features, and investments
Co-lead technology unit papers and High-Priority Studies
Ensure initiatives meet deliverable requirements and business case targets for tuMR and tuPS milestones
Maintain technology and business health databases and track technology proliferation, feature take-rates, and platform usage
Support the Unified Backlog process by reviewing demand requests and securing commitments for high-value initiatives
Collaborate with stakeholders across Product Development, Digital Product, Technology Platforms, Integrated Services, Marketing, Finance, vehicle programs, and regional teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field
Experience translating technical initiatives into business and profitability analyses for efficient capital allocation
Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to influence and collaborate in diverse, cross-functional environments
5+ years of experience leading cross-functional and/or cross-team projects
3+ years of project management/product management experience with GPDS familiarity
MBA or equivalent work experience is a preferred qualification
Technical background and demonstrated experience in ADAS and/or Body Systems
Direct experience leading strategic initiatives and technology unit and/or vehicle program milestones
Ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently and deliver high-quality events
Strong leadership skills and ability to drive discussions, provide direction, and update senior leaders
Familiarity with JIRA project management tool
Familiarity with Agile methodology, backlogs, and product roadmaps
Experience with in-vehicle electrical architectures, roadmaps, constraints, and complexity
Experience with data analytics and storytelling with data
Legally authorized to work in the United States

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
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments
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