We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves, and build a better world - together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? Ford's Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company's vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven, dedicated to delivering industry-leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. Join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively, focusing on what matters, and delivering excellence daily. Help build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. Qualifications You'll have Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering 3+ years of relevant experience in embedded design, using C/C++ Experience with bare metal and RTOS environments Experience with JIRA/Confluence or similar systems for tracking inputs/results Knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals including circuit analysis and design Even better, you may have Highly collaborative mindset and strong communication skills Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field 5+ years of experience in embedded software development, with a focus on C/C++ and networking Proven experience with Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) or Audio Video Bridging (AVB) Deep knowledge of gPTP (IEEE 802.1AS) and AVTP (IEEE 1722) Strong understanding of Layer 2 Ethernet protocols, including multicast, VLANs, and QoS Experience with embedded TCP/IP and network stacks (e.g., lwIP) Familiarity with single-pair Ethernet standards (10BASE-T1S) and concepts like PLCA Proficiency with network debugging and analysis tools, especially Wireshark Experience with ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers and integrating network stacks in an RTOS environment Experience with Zephyr OS You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different, but if you believe you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! We offer a flexible work environment with benefits including immediate medical, dental, vision coverage, family care days, paid parental leave, vehicle discounts, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, paid community service time, holidays, and vacation options. This position is a GSR-8. For more details on salary and benefits, visit: . Visa sponsorship is available. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. and verification will be required. Ford is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Onsite work up to three days per week may be required for those near a Ford hub. Responsibilities Configure, integrate, and validate gPTP (IEEE 802.1AS) for shared network time Manage network stack configurations for VLANs and multicast messages Optimize T1S network reliability through PLCA configuration Develop APIs for network time synchronization and audio data retrieval Analyze network performance with tools like Wireshark Collaborate with audio engineers for system integration #J-18808-Ljbffr