Software Engineer for Base Software and SW Architecture

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Our human-centric focus is what makes us different from all other car companies, and it’s at the heart of everything we create. If you want to join us in our mission to make people’s lives less complicated, we offer you a chance to grow together with talented people who want to make a true difference.

What we offer

Exciting roll as software developer developing software in C/C++ for active chassis functions. We are now looking for a Embedded Software Developer to strengthen our team. The Suspension Software and Function teams are cross functional teams working with the full software stack development, developing control algorithms for our functions and all tool chains needed for our development to achieve the best active chassis functions for our vehicles.

What you will do

Working in our in-house software team that develops software for Suspension system in both Suspension ECU and Central ECU of the vehicle.
You will work closely with other developers, test engineers, system engineers, safety engineers and may take cross-function tasks depends on the need of the project.
Your main responsibility is to develop application software in C++ and middle ware in C.

Competence profile:

- At least 5 years experience in C++ (11 or 14) and/or C(90 or 99)
- At least 5 years experience in real time embedded system development
- Having experience in Automotive industry
- Having experience working with Autosar
- Having knowledge of Automotive communication protocol: Can, Automotive Ethernet
- Having knowledge of UDS(Unified Diagnostic Service)
- Have experience working with Vector tool: CANOE, CANalyzer, VTEST
- Have knowledge on low level protocol firmware development: SPI, UART, PWM, DIO, PSI5
- HIL systems and real-time simulation
- Having knowledge of System Safety Implementation compliant with ISO26262
- Familiarity with cyber security standards in Automotive
- Ability to work in multi-cultural environment
- Good at initiating communication when needed

Nice to have:
- If you can share with us side projects, or open source software that you have contributed to.
- Suspension knowledge
- Having experience working with Agile software development method

Do you fit the profile?

For you to fully enjoy this opportunity, we believe that you are a motivated and self-driven software developer that would like to take initiative to improve our product. You embrace teamwork, collaboration and are eager to learn and develop new competences. Experience from working in the automotive industry especially in the vehicle dynamics arena is a clear advantage to succeed in this role.

How To Learn More and Apply

Does this sound like your next challenge? Welcome with your application by submitting your CV and targeted cover letter no later than 3rd January, 2025

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact the Recruiter, John Rose at john.rose@volvocars.com

Please note that applications via email will not be accepted due to GDPR and we would like your application written in English.

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