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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff Diagnostics and Embedded Cyber Security Engineer - **Company:** Ford Motor Company - **Location:** Palo Alto, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $150,200.0 - $283,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Computing Platforms, AUTomotive Open System Architecture (AUTOSAR), C++ (Programming Language), Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Linux, Design of User Interfaces, Python (Programming Language), MISRA C (C Programming Language), Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Wireless Networks, Wi-Fi Technology, Yocto, Information Technology - **Published:** August 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/B26EBD825EDC46F8834FFD24D62401E4/job/ ## About the Role * B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. * 10+ years proven working experience in software engineering. * Experience in hands-on development and troubleshooting of embedded systems. * Programming experience in C, C++ and Python. * Experience with Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS), Linux and building concurrent systems. * Strong documentation, writing, and communications skills. * Must be willing to learn and dive into unknown areas. Even better, you may have... * M.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or a related field. * Experience with automotive networks like CAN, LIN, automotive Ethernet * Experience with wireless networks like BLE, UWB, NFC and WiFi. * Experience in automotive systems and applications. * Familiarity with Vector and Intrepid tools * Familiarity with MISRA, AutoSAR and functional safety (ISO 26262) * Experience negotiating with hardware and or software vendors * Experience with Yocto Linux ## Description Ford Model E Platform Architecture Engineering is looking for a Staff Diagnostics and Embedded Cyber Security Engineer to be part of the microcontroller which is designing the software stack from ground up to enable a best in class vehicle infotainment platform using the latest technologies. You will be contributing to key features like vehicle access, networking and power management for highly complex systems across various domains to improve performance as well as the user experience for Ford customers. 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