Front End Developer

Job Description

Join a tight knit, rapidly growing team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and a passion for pushing technological boundaries. Be at the forefront of modernizing Ford's core product lifecycle management – or PLM -- processes and have a direct impact on the tools our engineers use every day.

This role is specifically within the Software Development portion of our Product Development (PD) Platform Operations team. This will help maintain all aspects of our deployed Dassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX) & Siemens Teamcenter platforms.

Join Ford Motor Company as an experienced Front End Developer and play a pivotal role in accelerating our UX development initiatives and driving strategic digital transformation across the organization.

About This Role: As part of our development team, you'll be responsible for building and delivering mission-critical user experiences that fuel Ford's digital transformation journey. Working collaboratively with both local and global team members, you'll help establish a culture of front end excellence and innovation that drives our company forward.

What You'll Do:

• Build responsive, enterprise-scale web applications using modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js) and progressive web technologies
• Follow agile methodologies to ensure efficient project delivery and continuous improvement of user interface
• Apply expertise in web performance optimization, accessibility standards, and cross-browser compatibility to create robust, scalable front-end solutions
• Develop and maintain CI/CD practices that support reliable, automated deployment of front-end applications
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers, back-end developers, and product teams to meet critical business timelines and deliver seamless user experiences
• Partner with technical and business stakeholders to transform complex requirements into intuitive, user-friendly digital interfaces
  
  
  

What We're Looking For:

• Extensive experience in enterprise front-end application development
• Proficiency with modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js), HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles
• Strong background in web performance optimization, accessibility (WCAG), and cross-browser testing
• Hands-on experience with front-end build tools, version control (Github), pipelines, and automated testing frameworks
• Proven ability to work effectively in agile environments and collaborate with designers and back-end teams
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail in creating pixel-perfect user interfaces
  
  
  

This is a high-visibility opportunity where your front-end expertise will directly impact millions of Ford customers' digital experiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop Component Libraries: Architect and implement scalable, reusable UI component libraries using modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js). Create responsive design systems that support both desktop and mobile user experiences.
• Frontend Application Development: Develop robust client-side applications using TypeScript/JavaScript ES6+ and modern frontend ecosystems (React/Redux, Angular/NgRx, or Vue/Vuex). Implement efficient state management and component lifecycle optimization.
• API Integration: Build and integrate frontend applications that communicate effectively with RESTful and GraphQL APIs. Implement efficient data fetching patterns, error handling, and real-time data synchronization using websockets, APIs, or events
• User Experience Optimization: Develop interactive user interfaces using advanced design, animations, and modern browser APIs. Implement responsive design patterns and progressive web application features
• Cloud-Native Frontend Deployment: Deploy and manage frontend applications on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using Cloud Run, GKE, and containerized environments. Implement static site generation, server-side rendering (SSR), and edge computing strategies.
• Frontend Security Implementation: Apply security best practices in client-side applications, including Content Security Policy (CSP), cross-site scripting (XSS) prevention, secure authentication flows, and token management following least privilege principles.
• Performance Optimization: Profile and optimize frontend application performance, including bundle size optimization, code splitting, lazy loading, caching strategies, and Core Web Vitals improvements for optimal user experience.
• CI/CD for Frontend Applications: Set up and maintain CI/CD pipelines for frontend applications using tools like Tekton, Github Actions, & automated testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress) for comprehensive end-to-end testing.
• Best Practices: Guide development teams on frontend best practices, design patterns, and accessibility standards (WCAG). Conduct code reviews and promote clean, maintainable, and performant frontend code architecture.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of front end software development experience
• Experience working within public cloud ecosystems (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Experience working with senior leadership teams and building business relationships
• Passion for building new applications, writing clean, high quality code
  
  
  

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in modern JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3, and advanced programming language
• Strong experience with modern frontend frameworks and libraries (React, Angular, Vue.js) for developing integrated user interfaces and data visualization dashboards
• Demonstrated expertise in designing & architecting scalable frontend applications, component libraries, and architecture
• Deep understanding of client-side architecture patterns, state management, and frontend service integration within cloud environments
• Experience with frontend data management, including REST/GraphQL API integration, client-side caching strategies, and real-time data visualization libraries (D3.js, Chart.js, Plotly)
• Familiarity with containerized frontend deployments, static site generators, and serverless frontend hosting solutions
• High-level proficiency in Frontend-as-Code tools, including Webpack/Vite configuration, automated deployment pipelines, and infrastructure tooling like Terraform for infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of frontend CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Playwright), and build optimization workflows
• Strong understanding of frontend security best practices including CSP, XSS prevention, secure authentication flows, and OWASP guidelines
• Experience implementing accessibility standards (WCAG), performance monitoring, and frontend governance frameworks
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills using browser developer tools and performance profiling
• Outstanding communication, collaboration, and presentation abilities with design teams and stakeholders
• Demonstrated success delivering complex frontend projects under aggressive timelines with cross-functional teams
• Previous experience in manufacturing, automotive, or enterprise B2B applications preferred
• 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 role is based out of Dearborn MI, you will be required to be on-site up to 3 days/week.

• Visa Sponsorship is NOT provided for this specific role*
• Relocation assistance IS provided for this specific role*
  
  
  

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.

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