Software Engineer Application Development Jobs in Michigan

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Do you believe great software is the backbone of great products? We do! Redefining mobility requires robust, scalable, and well-engineered software platforms that power everything from development workflows to enterprise delivery pipelines. That's where our Engineering Productivity & DevOps team makes an impact. We enable engineering teams to build faster, deliver smarter, and operate with confidence. Join us and use your software engineering expertise to drive seamless, end-to-end delivery at scale.
We are seeking an experienced professional with 7+ years of experience in requirement management, DevOps, and full stack software delivery practices in Agile environments. As a Software Engineer, you should have strong hands-on experience with requirement management tools (such as Codebeamer, JAMA, or IBM DOORS) along with solid knowledge of GitHub, Tekton pipelines, CI/CD, SSO enablement, GCP deployment, AI, REST APIs, Java or Python, and requirement management tool integrations.
Responsibilities include the end-to-end design, development, and support of software delivery systems and integrations, from requirements capture through cloud deployment, working within cross-functional Agile teams and in close partnership with engineering, product, and DevOps stakeholders. By leveraging deep technical expertise and a collaborative mindset, you will deliver high-quality software solutions that improve engineering productivity, increase delivery velocity, and drive operational efficiency at scale.
Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain requirements using requirement management tools
• Gather, analyze, document, and track business and technical requirements
• Ensure end-to-end requirements traceability across the delivery lifecycle
• Support integration of requirement management tools with GitHub, Jira, and other enterprise systems
• Work with Tekton pipelines to support automated build and deployment workflows
• Contribute to CI/CD implementation and process improvements
• Support SSO enablement and related access and authentication integration efforts
• Assist with GCP deployment activities and cloud-based delivery support
• Design, develop, and integrate RESTful APIs to enable seamless data exchange between applications
• Collaborate with engineering, product, business, and DevOps teams to ensure alignment and delivery quality
• Explore and support AI-related initiatives where applicable to improve productivity, automation, or requirements processes
• Develop and support applications or automation scripts using Java or Python as needed
• Maintain documentation, governance standards, and compliance requirements
• Thrive in an Agile development environment, collaborating closely with product managers and cross-functional engineers

Qualifications
We recognize that no one person will embody every single quality or skill listed below. If you are passionate about software engineering and have a strong foundation in DevOps, requirements management, and full stack delivery, we encourage you to apply.
Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field
• Master's Degree in a related field is preferred

Experience:

• 7+ years of experience in requirement management, DevOps, software delivery, or related roles
• Strong hands-on experience with requirement management tools such as Codebeamer, JAMA, or IBM DOORS
• Experience integrating requirement management tools with GitHub and Jira
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team in a fast-paced Agile environment

Required Technical Experience:

• Solid knowledge of GitHub, Tekton pipelines, and CI/CD practices for managing code repositories and automated delivery workflows
• Experience with SSO enablement and related identity and access management integrations
• Experience with REST APIs for data exchange between enterprise applications
• Experience with GCP deployment or cloud-based delivery environments
• Exposure to AI tools, AI-driven workflows, or AI-enabled automation
• Proficiency in Java or Python for application development and automation scripting
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in enterprise requirement management tool implementation and integration
• Familiarity with Agile, SAFe, or other delivery methodologies
• Knowledge of cloud security, identity management, and DevOps best practices
• Experience building automation, integrations, or backend services using Java or Python

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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.
For a detailed look at our benefits, click here: Benefit Summary
This position is a salary grade 7.
This position is a salary grade salary grade 7 and ranges from $99,600-$166,600.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
* Please note: This position is hybrid (onsite four days per week) for candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location.
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