Senior Director – Cloud Network Engineering

About Ford… 

Come help build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. Ford Motor Company was built on the belief that freedom of movement drives human progress.This belief has fueled our passion to create great cars and trucks. 

Today, it drives our commitment to become the world’s most trusted mobility company, designing vehicles for a smart world that helps people move more safely, confidently, and freely. Ford is experiencing significant business transformation in an ever-changing digital world.

We are dedicated to delivering distinctive products and solutions, having an “always on” relationship with customers, and continuously improving our user experience.

Join a forward-thinking organization at the forefront of cloud innovation, where you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our cloud networking infrastructure. Ford is committed to leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive business success, and we are seeking a visionary leader to spearhead our GCP Cloud Networking initiatives. As a Senior Director, you will lead a high-performing team dedicated to building, managing, and optimizing our cloud network architecture, ensuring seamless, secure, and scalable operations.

The Opportunity…

This is a unique opportunity to lead the cloud networking function in a rapidly evolving technology landscape. As a Senior Director, you will have a direct impact on the Ford’s cloud strategy and operations, working with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. You will be at the helm of designing and implementing the next generation of cloud network infrastructure, utilizing the full suite of GCP networking features to drive performance, reliability, and security.

The Team…

You will lead a talented team of network subject matter experts, engineers, and operations specialists who are passionate about cloud technology. Your team will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the Ford’s GCP network infrastructure, ensuring it meets the highest standards of performance and security. Collaboration is key, as your team will work closely with other departments, including DevOps, Security, and Application Development, to deliver comprehensive cloud solutions.

In this position… 

The Senior Director, Cloud Network, specializing in GCP Cloud Networking, will be the strategic leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of cloud network design, engineering, and operations. You will drive the evolution of our cloud network infrastructure, ensuring it aligns with the Ford’s business objectives and delivers exceptional performance and reliability. This role demands a deep technical understanding of GCP’s networking capabilities, as well as the ability to lead and inspire a team of highly skilled professionals.

What you’ll do…

• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the vision and strategy for Ford’s GCP cloud network infrastructure, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and grow a team of network architects, engineers, and operations staff, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Architecture and Design: Oversee the design and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure network architectures leveraging GCP’s full suite of networking services, including VPCs, Cloud Load Balancing, Cloud CDN, Cloud DNS, and more.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure the continuous operation and optimization of the cloud network, including monitoring, performance tuning, and incident response, with a focus on automation and reliability.
• Security and Compliance: Collaborate with security teams to implement network security best practices, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with other technology leaders, including DevOps, Application Development, and Security, to ensure seamless integration of network solutions across the organization.
• Innovation and Improvement: Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, continuously seeking opportunities to improve network performance, security, and cost-efficiency.

You’ll have… 

Functional and Technical Knowledge:

• GCP Networking Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Google Cloud Platform’s networking features, including but not limited to VPCs, interconnects, load balancing, Cloud VPN, Cloud DNS, Cloud CDN, and network security solutions.
• Network Architecture: Strong experience in designing and implementing large-scale, high-performance, and secure cloud network architectures.
• Network Operations: Expertise in network monitoring, performance tuning, incident response, and automation, with a focus on reliability and uptime.
• Security Best Practices: Comprehensive understanding of network security principles, including firewall management, DDoS protection, and compliance requirements.
• Cloud Integration: Experience with integrating cloud networking solutions with other cloud services, including compute, storage, and application services.

Key Competencies:

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams, with a focus on fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to define and execute a strategic vision for cloud networking that aligns with business goals and drives technological innovation.
• Technical Savvy: Deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience with GCP networking, combined with the ability to stay current with emerging trends and technologies.
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges before they impact operations.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Even better, you may have… 

• Leadership Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in a senior leadership role within network architecture, engineering, or operations, with a focus on cloud networking.
• GCP Expertise: At least 5 years of hands-on experience with GCP networking, with a proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale cloud network solutions.
• Technical Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams in the design, deployment, and management of cloud network infrastructures.
• Architectural Excellence: Proven success in architecting and scaling network solutions that deliver high performance, reliability, and security in a cloud environment.
• Operational Mastery: Extensive experience in network operations, including monitoring, automation, incident management, and continuous improvement.
• Certifications: GCP certifications, particularly in networking or cloud architecture, are highly desirable.

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Be at the forefront of cloud innovation, leading the charge in building a next-generation cloud network infrastructure.
• Growth: Lead and develop a high-performing team, with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Innovation: Work in a dynamic environment that values creativity, innovation, and forward-thinking solutions.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with a diverse group of talented professionals across the organization, driving success through teamwork and shared goals.

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, vision and prescription drug coverage

Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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: 

https://go.ford/LL4Benefits 

This position is a leadership level 4. 

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660. 

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