Job Description

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 part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

Launched in 2023, Integrated Services creates and markets new customer experiences by integrating hardware, software and services across Ford Blue, Model e, and Ford Pro. These products and services allow Ford’s retail and commercial customers to customize their vehicles like never before with OTA (over-the-air)-driven experiences that grow better over time. Ford is developing leadership at the forefront of connected, digital platforms that will revolutionize every aspect of how vehicles function, the way people interact with them, and the value those vehicles provide.

As a Product Manager for Audio, you’ll shape and execute the strategy for next-generation audio capabilities across Ford’s digital cabin. You’ll translate customer needs, regulatory requirements, and business objectives into clear product requirements, own the backlog, and drive the full lifecycle from concept to delivery and continuous optimization. You’ll lead product discovery initiatives and leverage data to guide decisions. You’ll partner with fellow Product Managers, Design, Engineering, Marketing, and Business stakeholders to build the future of audio experiences across both Ford and Lincoln brands.

• Shape and execute the audio product strategy in collaboration with the Senior Product Manager and product leadership.
• Translate customer needs, regulatory requirements, and business objectives into clear product requirements and success criteria.
• Drive the end-to-end product lifecycle by prioritizing the backlog based on impact, feasibility, scalability, and customer value.
• Author and maintain product artifacts (PRDs, PRFAQs, strategy papers, etc.) to articulate vision, rationale, and trade-offs. Present and secure alignment with senior leadership and cross-functional partners.
• Conduct product experiments, user research, benchmarking, and data analysis to derive actionable insights and inform data-driven decisions.
• Partner with Design, Engineering, Marketing, and Business owners to execute product initiatives.
• Conduct in-vehicle testing to ensure the end-to-end user experience meets Ford’s rigorous quality and performance standards.
• Demonstrate deep customer empathy and advocate for user-centric design throughout the development process.
  

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related technical field.

Experience:

• 3+ years of product management or related technical experience with a track record of successful product launches in a high-scale environment.
• 3+ years of experience involving product discovery, user research, experiments, benchmarking and data-driven decision making.
• Demonstrated expertise authoring PRDs, PRFAQs, and strategy papers.
• Proficiency with data visualization and metrics storytelling (e.g., dashboards, A/B results).
• Experience using modern product management tools, including Figma for design review/prototyping and Jira for backlog management.
• Automotive or related industry experience is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

• None required.

Work Requirements:

• On-site presence in Dearborn, MI office (minimum of 4 days per week or as required).
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to complete training to operate Ford test vehicles on public roads (may require written and/or in-vehicle drive evaluation).
• Ability to travel outside Dearborn, MI for cross-site collaboration (occasional)
  

This description outlines the general nature and scope of work typically performed in this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, work requirements, etc. It may vary slightly based on business or geographic needs and is subject to being reviewed and updated periodically.