Software Engineer - Maximo

at  Ford Motor Company

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves, and build a better world - together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves.
As a key member of our Enterprise Technology Group, you’ll play a critical part in crafting the future of mobility. If you’re looking for the chance to bring to bear advanced technology to redefine the transportation landscape, enhance the customer experience, and improve people’s lives, this is your opportunity. Join us and challenge your IT expertise and analytical skills to help build vehicles that are as inquisitive as you are.
We are looking for a Software Engineer - Maximo who will work closely with business stakeholders to understand their requirements and translate them into technical specifications. Should identify and provide Maximo product roadmap and strategy to the stakeholders. Should be able to lead, develop, implement, and upgrade Maximo solutions, ensuring they meet the business requirements. Possess strong Maximo technical and functional skills, with end-to-end Maximo implementation experience.

THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS WE SEEK:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 15+ years of relevant work experience in architecting, implementing, developing, and customizing IBM Maximo applications in the Manufacturing/Automotive industries.Experience in designing and developing complex Maximo Customizations as per the functional requirements using Maximo Business Objects, Java, and Python Scripts

OUR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong experience in installing and upgrading Maximo applications.
• Ability to define technical upgrade path and Maximo application road maps.
• Ability to work independently in a semi-structured environment, applications often have frequently changed or vaguely defined requirements.
• Respect and empathy for team members, business partners, and product customer
• Demonstrated ability to deliver product roadmap milestones.
• Self-starter, ability to leverage various resources available to quickly learn and try out new concepts and technologies.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.Outstanding organization skills combined with critical thinking, problem-solving, and agile management tools to support team success.

• Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance for all aspects of the Maximo system, including architecture, design, development, implementation, and support.
• System Design and Architecture: Design and implement a robust and scalable Maximo architecture that aligns with business requirements and future growth plans.
• Implementation and Configuration: Lead the implementation and configuration of new Maximo modules and functionalities, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and processes.
• Customization and Development: Develop custom solutions, and integrations using Maximo’s API, MBO customizations, and/or scripting languages to meet specific business needs.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize efficiency and reliability.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Provide technical support to users, troubleshoot issues, and resolve problems related to the Maximo system.
• Team Management: Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Best Practices and Standards: Stay abreast of industry best practices and standards for asset management and Maximo implementations.
• Documentation and Training: Develop comprehensive documentation and training materials for users and administrators.
• Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with stakeholders across different departments, including IT, operations, and business units.
• operations, and business units.