Software Developer C++

Who are we?
Volvo Cars is a company on a mission; to bring traditional car manufacturing into a connected, sustainable and smart future.
Since 1927, we have been a brand known for our commitment to safety, creating innovative cars that make life less complicated for our consumers. In 2010, we decided to transform our business, resulting in a totally new generation of cars and technologies, as well as steady growth and record sales. Today, we’re expanding our global footprint in Europe, China and the US, and we’re on the lookout for new talent.
We are constantly pushing our own skills and abilities to drive change in the automobile industry like never before. We are looking for innovative, committed people to join us in this endeavour and create safe, sustainable and connected cars. We believe in the power of people and will challenge and support you to reach your full potential. Join us and be part of Volvo Cars’ journey into the future.

Who we are 
We imagine that our friends, families, and children are transported in a personal, sustainable and safe way. What we build is a self-driving, fully electric, connected and safe Volvo Car. To make that happen, we are now building a new platform. The brain in this platform will be a Core Computer with the capacity to carry a vast majority of electric control units and applications in the car. This new centralized signal system aims to enable optimized software architecture and continuous deployment for further development, as well as over the air data updates and real-time decision-making for autonomous drive.  

Your mission
You will be joining a team of six ambitious colleagues, that work closely across different departments. We are dedicated to building empowered teams and an agile environment where we learn every day, challenge each other and give continuous feedback. The team is responsible for functionality to optimize energy and power usage in the car, from early concept to industrialization and follow-up in the field. The team is cross-functional and responsible for system design, system safety, SW development and verification.   

Who you are 
We believe you are a true software engineer who is motivated by challenging tasks in a complex and innovative environment. You enjoy sharing your knowledge with your colleagues, but also learning from others. You are fluent in English and can communicate effectively with all types of stakeholders. You are analytical and a problem-solver - aware of that there are multiple solutions for a problem.

In this position, most of the development is in C++. Therefore, 1-3 years documented professional experience with C++ and working in a Linux environment is required. You have a M.Sc or B.Sc degree in Software Development, Software Engineering or equivalent. Experience with Python and of software testing is considered a plus. 

Location
Volvo Cars HQ, Gothenburg, Sweden

Interest and application
For questions regarding the position, drop an email to recruiting team manager Ulrika Helldén, at ulrika.hellden@volvocars.com. For questions about the recruitment process, please contact Senior Recruiter, Catharina Skog at catharina.skog@volvocars.com. In the recruitment selection process sucessul applicationts will be  required to conduct an assessment to prove your programming skills. Please apply at the latest 31st of January 2021, the selection will be running continuously. Please note that you must send in your application via the job link to be considered for this role.