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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Software Engineer, Physical Applications... - **Company:** Ford Motor Company - **Location:** Palo Alto, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $167,200.0 - $316,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Key Management, OAuth, OpenID, Openid Connect, Cloud Services, Message Oriented Middleware, Software Engineering, User-Centered Design, Datadog, Data Logging, Google Cloud, Apigee, Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Backend, Rate Limiting, Api Design, Api Gateway, Grpc, Webhooks, Api Management - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gnxbqw ## About the Role + 5+ years of backend software engineering experience + Strong experience designing and operating services on Google Cloud + Proficiency in one or more languages: Go, Java, or Python + Experience with API management and partner ecosystems (Apigee/API Gateway,developer portals, partner onboarding). + Solid understanding of REST/gRPC, asynchronous messaging, and API-first design. + Solid understanding of OAuth 2.0/OIDC, JWT, TLS/mTLS + Proven experience building scalable, highly available systems and operating themin production + Excellent collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional teams. ## Description You will own the end-to-end design, development, and operation of cloud services on GCP, ensure seamless integration with Ford's existing cloud infrastructure, and lead SW development toward high reliability, performance, and security. 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