Engineering Manager i Göteborg

Our business since its inception in 1991 has been to develop the best retail dealer system and information services for the automotive industry. In the current situation, we have about 100 employees with expertise in areas such as automotive trade, project management, systems and IT. Some of our largest customers are Volvo, Renault and Ford dealers and their general agents and today we have over 10 000 users of our solutions. We are seated in beautiful, newly renovated premises at Lindholmen in Gothenburg. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Volvo Car Sweden.

To enjoy your job with us it is important that you enjoy working in a close and unpretentious environment where we care about each other. It happens a lot of exciting things in the company so it is important that you are inspired by change and development.
If you take great responsibility for both your personal and corporate development, has a strong focus on our customers and like to have fun, then you will enjoy your stay with us!

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ENGINEERING MANAGER – Software Development

At Volvo Cars, we are always looking for world-class leaders who bring out the best in our people. If you want to be part of leading and inspiring our mission to change the automotive experience and make people’s lives less complicated, then we have the job for you.  

We are looking for an Engineering Manager in the Department of Vehicle Motion Control.

The team develops software features of Longitudinal Vehicle Control functions which control the propulsive and brake attributes of the powertrain and brake systems. The purpose is to create the most confident, efficient, and rewarding Drive Experience. 

What you’ll do
In your role as an Engineering Manager, you will have the overall operational and technical responsibilities for two software engineering teams. You will actively work with continuous improvements related to the software development process. You will drive technical strategies related to the team areas while actively guiding and coaching the team members to reach the goals. Furthermore, you will ensure the needed competencies and continuous development of the teams.

We are looking for candidates who have strong skills in leadership, and communication and with an open-minded approach. You have the ability to energize people using an empowered team-oriented approach, and possess a strong initiative and driving ability to make things happen. 

As a leader at Volvo Cars, you help create an open and trusting environment where we build on people’s strengths. Volvo Cars Leaders make sure that we develop both our teams, ourselves, as well as the business. We expect you to lead through purpose and trust to empower individuals and teams.

We think you have a Master of Science in a relevant area and deep technical knowledge in embedded software development gained within the automotive industry. As a lot of the software features have to do with vehicle control and are safety-critical, knowledge in mechatronic systems control and system safety are meritorious. Fluency in written and spoken English and a driver’ license B are required for this role.

Your application
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by no later than 30 Sept. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted due to GDPR. Please direct any questions you may have about the position to the Hiring Manager, Per Nykvist (+46708219270). 
 

Who are we?

Everything we do starts with people. Our purpose is to provide freedom to move, in a personal, sustainable and safe way. We are committed to simplifying our customers’ lives by offering better technology solutions that improve their impact on the world and bringing the most advanced mobility innovations to protect them, their loved ones and the people around them. 

Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. We believe in bringing out the best in each other and harnessing the true power of people. At Volvo Cars your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential. Join us on a journey of a lifetime as we create safety, autonomous driving and electrification technologies of tomorrow.