Software Engineer – Automotive Dealer Franchise Management Solutions

Ford Motor Company

. Build scalable APIs, backend services, and microservice architectures enabling communication between enterprise platforms, connected systems, and cloud applications .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,400 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building scalable APIs and backend services using Java Spring Boot, while ensuring high code quality and best practices in full-stack development. Proven ability to collaborate across teams and provide technical direction to enhance platform capabilities and deliver impactful software solutions.

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Java Spring BootRESTful API DevelopmentFull-Stack Software DevelopmentRelational DatabasesCI/CD Pipelines

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Hard Skills

API DevelopmentMicroservice ArchitectureSchema DesignQuery OptimizationPerformance TuningReactAngularVersion ControlCloud-Based PlatformsEnterprise Applications

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentorshipTechnical DirectionContinuous ImprovementStakeholder Engagement

Industry Keywords

Computer ScienceInformation TechnologyEngineeringSoftware SolutionsDeployment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AngularCloudJavaOraclePostgresReactSpringSpring BootSpringBoot

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build scalable APIs, backend services, and microservice architectures enabling communication between enterprise platforms, connected systems, and cloud applications
Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to deliver iterative product enhancements
Validate solutions quickly and continuously improve platform capabilities
Drive architecture decisions, code quality standards, and best practices across full-stack development, system integrations, and cloud-based platforms
Provide technical direction and mentorship to engineering teams
Collaborate across engineering, business, and operations teams to ensure reliable deployments, continuous improvement, and successful delivery of high-impact software solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field
5+ years of experience in full-stack software development, including designing, building, and delivering enterprise applications and scalable platform solutions
Hands-on experience with Java Spring Boot for backend development and building RESTful APIs
Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL and Oracle, including schema design, query optimization, and performance tuning
Proficiency in modern front-end frameworks such as React or Angular
Familiarity with build and deploy mechanisms, CI/CD pipelines, and a disciplined version control approach
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire

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
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time
Visa sponsorship
Relocation assistance