About the role
In this position…
You will own the end-to-end digital product strategy and roadmap for Ford's electrification portfolio spanning grid services, core EV functions on-vehicle and in the Ford mobile app (range and routing, charge finding, and more), and the strategic vision for Ford’s Blue Oval Charge Network. You'll be responsible for feature delivery across both Ford's current in-market EV nameplates and the upcoming Universal Electric Vehicle (UEV) platform, with a global customer base.
We're looking for an experienced, visionary product leader who is passionate about shaping the future of electric vehicle ownership and energy experiences.
Responsibilities
What you'll do…
Own the digital product and feature roadmap for electrification, including grid services programs, core EV functions (range/routing, charge finding, scheduling, bi-directional power) and the Blue Oval Charge Network, across both mobile and in-vehicle surfaces.
Set and communicate the strategic vision for Ford's public and home charging ecosystem.
Deliver features across Ford's current in-market EV nameplates while simultaneously building the roadmap for future Universal Electric Vehicle (UEV) nameplates.
Lead and develop a team of product managers/pillar owners.
Understand the competitive landscape and emerging technologies/trends in electrification and energy, and find ways to differentiate Ford's offering.
Translate customer needs into clearly defined technical requirements backed by data and comprehensive industry knowledge.
Measure success and continuously improve products using principled methods and metrics.
Drive alignment between engineering, design and other stakeholders across a globally distributed organization to achieve shared goals.
Articulate the electrification product vision, address challenges and report progress to Ford's executive leadership.
Effectively manage short-term tactical delivery needs while advancing long-term strategic objectives across a broad, global scope.
Qualifications
You'll have…
Bachelor's degree
8+ years of Product Management experience, with demonstrated leadership over large, cross-functional product organizations
Ability to work in person in our Dearborn, MI or Palo Alto, CA offices
Background in electric vehicles, energy services, connected services or automotive technology
Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale software projects or product portfolios across both hardware (vehicle) and software (mobile/cloud) surfaces
Experience managing global product portfolios and distributed teams
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical and executive stakeholders
Proven track record of solving tough problems and delivering working solutions throughout your career
Ability to learn new skills and knowledge through self-initiative
Passion for serving your customers
Even better, you may have…
A degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related technical field
Experience with grid services, EV charging networks, or bi-directional energy programs
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 the team, we encourage you to apply!
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 child care and more
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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.
This position is a leadership level 4.
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.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL4Benefits
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. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week.
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Job Info
Job Identification
71122
Job Category
Research and Advance Engineering
Posting Date
09/29/2026, 10:30 PM
Apply Before
11/21/2026, 10:45 AM
Degree Level
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
Job Schedule
Full time
Locations
Work from Home, Irvine, CA, 92618, US
(Remote)
Preferred Degree
Master Degree
Minimum requirements
- Bachelor's degree and 8+ years in Product Management with leadership of large, cross-functional teams
- Experience in electric vehicles, energy services, connected services, or automotive technology
- Ability to work onsite in Dearborn, MI or Palo Alto, CA, managing global product portfolios and distributed teams
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