Software Engineer in Embedded Systems at Saab

Do you want to work at the forefront of technology and influence how future European fighter jets will operate? We are looking for a software engineer in embedded systems for Saab and their Software Architecture section. Here you will have a unique opportunity to work in an international research and development project focusing on analysis, requirements, architecture, and technical choices.

Responsibilities as a Software Engineer in Embedded Systems

In this role, you will work in a European defense project where several countries are collaboratively developing guidelines for the next generation of fighter jets, with a particular focus on software architecture. The project is research-driven and involves working with technical analysis, documentation, and requirements breakdown.

You will receive overarching system requirements from a separate systems department and break these down into software-level requirements. You will engage in discussions about architecture, propose technical solutions, and contribute well-founded recommendations to the project. The work is carried out in close collaboration with colleagues at Saab as well as external parties in other countries and research institutes.

This is a social and communicative role where you need to be comfortable with high-level technical discussions and be able to take your own initiative to find answers – through analysis, documentation, dialogue with colleagues, or independent information gathering.

In the role of software engineer, we are looking for someone who has:

You are curious, self-driven, and enjoy delving into new technical areas. You thrive in a role where you can think, analyze, question, and take responsibility for moving the work forward. You also have the ability to communicate technical reasoning clearly.

Mandatory requirements:

• Bachelor's degree/Master's degree in Electronics/Computer Engineering/Embedded Systems/Aerospace Engineering/Equivalent
• Swedish and English proficiency in both spoken and written form
• Citizenship requirements due to work in a classified security area
• Knowledge of C/C++

Your tasks will include:

• Working in a European research and defense project related to future fighter jets
• Breaking down high-level requirements into software requirements
• Participating in technical discussions regarding architecture and system solutions
• Producing documentation, analyses, and reports
• Collaborating with international teams, Saab internally, and research institutes
• Contributing technical recommendations and solution proposals

As a person, you are:

You are curious, proactive, and enjoy working independently in complex contexts. You like to find things out on your own and are not afraid to ask questions or seek help when needed. At the same time, you are social and enjoy collaborating with others, even in international environments. You are motivated by high-level technology and by contributing to solutions that are years ahead.

You will be offered

Saab is a global defense and security company active in air, land, and naval defense, civil security, and commercial aviation technology. Saab develops and delivers high-tech equipment for both the civil industry and the defense industry.

You will have a unique opportunity to work in an international defense project focusing on future technology, architecture, and systems thinking. You will become part of Saab's Software Architecture section, a team of about 12 people, and work closely with experienced colleagues.

The role offers significant development in system and software architecture, requirements management, and technical decision-making. At SAAB, you will be part of a humble team and a relaxed culture where you can ask for help and feel welcome. A generous range of benefits and fun activities. Good career opportunities where you can choose to deepen your current role and eventually develop further internally within the company.

About Framtiden AB

At Framtiden, we work with both staffing and recruitment, aiming to make a difference in people's lives. We make a difference by helping people find the right job and the right colleague. We specialize in recruiting the right talents for the right companies. Framtiden has eight locations in Sweden.

You will initially be employed as a consultant through Framtiden AB. Afterward, there are excellent opportunities to transition to direct employment at Saab.

Conditions

Start date: January/February
Location: Huskvarna, on-site
Working hours: Mon-Fri, flexible
Scope: Full-time

We are working with ongoing selection, so please submit your application today! The position is subject to defense secrecy, and you will need to undergo and pass a security clearance before starting your employment.