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Software Engineer

Software, the fuel for mobility

We bring bold digital visions to life. So we’re on the lookout for more curious and creative engineers who want to create change – one line of high-quality code at a time. Our transformation isn't for everyone, but if you're excited about solving the leading-edge technological challenges facing the auto industry, then let’s talk about your next move.

Let's introduce ourselves


We are a department within Software Engineering. Our department Software Factory and Enablers (SWF&E), lead the shift towards seamless software- and data flows through a unified software factory across Engineering.  We serve the complete Engineering software community by providing ways of working necessary to develop software defined vehicles.

Our section Software Factory (SWF) mission is to enable always‑releasable, high‑quality software for the car and to give development teams the confidence to build, innovate, and deliver with excellence.

We empower software engineering by providing fast, reliable, and secure CI/CD services, strong Configuration Management capabilities, and advanced AI‑driven solutions.

Who we are

In our team, we work with both Configuration Management (CM) strategies that affect all of Volvo Cars Engineering, and SW development to automate some CM areas or checks, especially in the CI flow chain. One example is automated SW traceability from complete baseline level down to SW component level.  

 

You will work in a team responsible for: 

  • Cross organization SW Branching strategy and governance  
  • Cross organization SW Traceability strategy  
  • Change management process 
  • Compliance documentation for SUMS, including application development to support it
  • Document storage structure 
  • Supporting engineering teams in all the above 

What you'll do


We are looking for a qualified Senior SW developer with strong Configuration Management (CM) experience

You will have the opportunity to contribute to different aspects of our work. The following skills and experiences will help you stand out and thrive in your role:

  • You will work in a cross-functional team with both Configuration Managers and application developers
  • You will work all the way in our development process, from creating requirements to putting code in production and deploy new ways of working
  • SW architecting for e.g., but not limited to
    • Compliance report solutions
    • Traceability solutions
    • File storage solutions
  • Process development for systems within the Configuration Management domain
  • Automation for Configuration Management area, possibly using AI
  • SW development as needed, for selected backlog items

 
You will be working with VCC top competences within both the Configuration Management discipline and DevOps, a cross-functional team. 

The application development environment
 

  • Azure/AWS Cloud Services
  • NodeJS (Apollo-Server, Typescript)
  • Neo4J Database
  • Git
  • CI/CD pipelines
  • Go (backend language)
  • Python
  • OpenAPI (API design & documentation)
  • Makefile  (Build/test automation)
  • Docker  (Containerization & orchestration)
  • Terraform (Infrastructure provisioning)
  • OpenTelemetry (Main tracing tool)
  • MkDocs, Markdown (Technical documentation)
  • SQLC/ GQL (Type-safe DB access and access interface)
  • OIDC      (Authentication/authorization)
  • Git actions (Workflow automation)
  • vitest     (Unit/component testing)

What you'll bring


Required Competences:

  • MSc in Engineering, such as Electrical, Computer, Physics, or Software Engineering.
  • At least 4+ years of documented experience of working within IT, in a role as a developer.
  • Hands-on experience with programming and scripting in multiple languages, as listed above
  • Experience of working as a Configuration Manager, or strong willingness to learn 
  • Experience in handling Traceability for software in large projects 
  • Experience in handling processes for Version handling, and practical experience in Git, preferably in Gerrit 
  • Experience in handling processes for Change Management 
  • Worked with Branching strategies for larger projects 
  • Architecting SW applications and solutions
  • Automation
  • Using AI tools


It is also valued if you have knowledge about:

  • Previous experience from VCC or other automotive companies  
  • Knowledge of product and release handling within VCC 
  • Knowledge about KDP, CarWeaver, CoMo, Artifactory, ConfigHub and/or TC-PLM 
  • Have been working with requirements with direct contact to the client
  • Previous experience in data analytics tools


Volvo Cars. For Life.

For nearly a century, Volvo Cars has empowered people to move freely in a personal, sustainable and safe way. Today, we are driving bold advancements in electrification, sustainability and automotive safety. To realise our ambitious vision, we are seeking innovative minds who are ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow – today.

At Volvo Cars, we believe extraordinary things are achieved by ordinary people with a passion for making a difference. If you’re inspired by the opportunity to help redefine the future of mobility, we invite you to be part of our journey.

Ready to take the next step?

Submit your CV in English and tell us why you’re the ideal candidate for a role at Volvo Cars. Applications must be received no later than 14th of August 2026. You will receive a confirmation email after your submission. 

As part of the recruitment process, the final candidates will undergo a background check. 

We welcome your application!

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Gothenburg, SE, 40531

Job requisition ID:  81312

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