Department Program Manager | High Integrity Nodes i Göteborg

Your leadership will make a difference.
 

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.

What you'll do
 

As a Department Program Manager you are responsible for the Execution and program lead within the department. You will serve as the primary catalyst for achieving departmental execution. In close collaboration with our Product Managers, Product Owners and Line Management. Your focus will be ensuring our execution and plans remains detailed, transparent, and effectively communicated. Present actual status based on data driven actions and transparency.

The Product Managers are responsible for the roadmap and offers specialized technical support and guidance, it is the Department Program Manager that is accountable to guide the execution of our department backlog.

As a leader, you will oversee a broad spectrum of work packages, including system design, software development, software flow, test quality, and troubleshooting. The day-to-day operations is carried out by collaborating closely with Engineering Managers, Product Owners, and Scrum Masters, leveraging on each other’s individual experience and know how.

As a vital member of our team, your role will involve ensuring the day-to-day planning and execution of department deliveries, ensuring that projects are completed effectively and in accordance with established timelines. Your collaboration with Product Managers will be instrumental in documenting technical roadmaps that align with our company's strategic goals.

In this position, it will be crucial to guarantee the alignment of plans with company expectations, proactively addressing any deviations that may arise. Taking ownership of identifying, addressing, and mitigating risks will be a key aspect of your responsibilities, demonstrating your commitment to the overall success of our initiatives.

As a hands-on leader, you will lead complex technical tasks that extend across organizational borders, showcasing your technical expertise and ability to navigate multifaceted challenges. Serving as the main interface to stakeholders, you will play a vital role in reporting our status, promoting clear communication, and maintaining transparency throughout the project lifecycle.

Inspiring collaboration and results-driven teamwork is at the heart of your responsibilities, as you encourage teams and leaders to work cohesively, achieve goals, and find enjoyment in the collaborative process. Additionally, you will oversee and orchestrate department Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), ensuring that our metrics align with strategic goals and contribute to the overall success of our department.

Your role will be instrumental in shaping the growth of our projects and ensuring a positive and productive work environment. We look forward to welcoming a candidate who can bring vision, leadership, and technical expertise to this impactful position. 

Who you are
 

You are a customer-oriented person who enjoys being part of a high performing team where you take own initiatives and take pride in your own and the team’s deliveries. You are curious, always eager to learn and have an innovative mind-set. You have a record of empowering teams, and you are known to get things done, even if the pressure is high or when the path forward is unclear.

In order to excel in this role, we are seeking an individual with proven technical expertise, having worked hands-on with high integrity and secure embedded systems, ideally within the automotive industry. You need to be experienced in efficient and clear communication with stakeholders and management.

The ideal candidate for this role will bring a wealth of experience as a technical leader within an embedded systems organization. Your strong leadership and interpersonal skills will be key assets, enabling you to guide and inspire teams in a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Demonstrating commitment and adaptability, you have a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment. Your adept problem-solving and decision-making capabilities will contribute to the successful resolution of challenges, underscoring your ability to navigate complex technical landscapes.

With a background in program management, you bring valuable expertise to the position, ensuring effective planning and execution of projects. Your solid understanding of risk management positions you to proactively address challenges, mitigating potential issues before they impact project outcomes.

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, are fundamental to this role. Your ability to convey complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner will contribute to effective collaboration and understanding across teams.

Moreover, your familiarity with project management tools and methodologies enhances your capacity to streamline processes, optimize workflows, and contribute to the overall efficiency of our projects.

We are seeking a candidate who not only possesses technical proficiency but also embodies proven leadership qualities and effective communication skills—a professional who will thrive in our dynamic work environment and contribute to the success of our embedded systems initiatives. 

You will report to the Department Manager of High Integrity Nodes and become a part of the management team.

This position is based Gothenburg

Volvo Cars - Driving change together  

Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. At Volvo Cars, your career is designed around your skills and aspirations so you can reach your full potential.  

For the right person, an inspiring, and creative workplace awaits. Did you know that every Volvo Cars employee worldwide has the right to our Family Bond, our new all-gender, paid parental leave policy? You’ll also enjoy a culture and benefits package that’s made us one of the world’s most awarded and progressive employers.  

By 2025, we aim to sell 1.2 million cars annually, 50% of which will be electric vehicles and sold directly to customers through digital channels. Join us on the journey of a lifetime as we create the driving and electrification technologies of tomorrow.