Software Developer at FRA

At FRA, we work on something that no one else does in Sweden, and you can be a part of it. Regardless of your role, we contribute to societal benefit by working towards a meaningful purpose — together we tackle unique tasks for Sweden's security and integrity.

We offer interesting tasks with good opportunities for personal development, and we are convinced that a mix of people with different backgrounds creates a dynamic and creative work environment – our differences are our strength.

Do you want to contribute to societal benefit and support Sweden's independence in the world? We are looking for technical and creative software developers for the development and maintenance of our collection systems. At FRA, every task is part of something bigger. If you are the one we are looking for, we can offer a varied job in a knowledge-intensive environment where you can make a difference every day.

Your Mission

As a software developer, you will work on the development and management of IT systems in the radio area. You will belong to a DevOps team in the technology department. You will work on development in distributed systems and use your analytical skills in a world that encompasses the entire chain of technology. The pace of technological development is fast, and you will work in several areas. The team is cross-functional, and we work with both backend and frontend, so there are good opportunities to broaden your skills. The team participates in all phases of the systems' lifecycle; from requirements gathering, design, development, operation, management, to decommissioning. We work agilely with inspiration from the SAFe model, and the work is done in close collaboration with clients and users of systems aimed at collecting radio communication.

The work is conducted in Linux-based systems using C++, JavaScript, and Python in close collaboration with systems engineers in the area. Troubleshooting and resolving both hardware and software issues is part of everyday life.

You will have contact with other departments within FRA and to some extent also external contacts where travel may occur.

You Can

We are looking for someone who has:

• At least 3 years of academic education.
• At least one year of programming experience.
• Experience in programming in a Linux environment.
• Good knowledge of C++ programming.
• Good knowledge of Swedish and English. Strong ability to write and document.

We consider it an advantage if you meet one or more of the following criteria:

• Education in Signal Processing or Mathematics.
• Experience in programming in distributed systems.
• Experience as a team leader or scrum master.
• Experience with SAFE or other agile methods.
• Knowledge of Python, JavaScript, Ansible, Qt, Git, frontend development.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes clusters.
• Good understanding of operation, installation, and management of large-scale systems.

You Are

We are looking for someone with the following qualities:

• Collaborative ability – Works well with others. Relates to them in a responsive and smooth manner. Listens, communicates, and resolves conflicts constructively.
• Self-driven – Takes responsibility for their tasks. Structures their approach and drives their processes forward.
• Stable – Remains calm, stable, and controlled in stressful or pressured situations. Maintains a realistic perspective on situations and focuses on the right things.
• Problem-solving analytical ability – Works well with complex issues. Analyzes and breaks down problems into their components and solves complicated problems.

About FRA

FRA has the world as its arena where every task is part of something bigger. In one way or another, you as an employee contribute to protecting Sweden's integrity and independence in the world. You are making a real difference every day.

Our mission as an intelligence agency is to protect Sweden against the most serious threats that can be directed at a society – military attacks, terrorism, and cyberattacks. We protect the most important things we have – our security, our democracy, and our way of life. We are experts in the cyber field and signal intelligence, as well as a warning bell for military threats.

Since 2024, FRA has led the National Cybersecurity Center, NCSC, whose mission is to develop and strengthen Sweden's ability to prevent, detect, and manage cyber threats.

As a new employee at FRA, you will receive extensive introductory training and continuous professional development, allowing you to enhance your skills and become even better at what you are passionate about. Our organization is diverse and consists of various competencies and personalities, where each individual has unique characteristics and conditions. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and safe. In addition to a stimulating work environment, we also offer an attractive benefits package, which you can read more about at www.fra.se (http://www.fra.se). For more information about the National Cybersecurity Center, visit www.ncsc.se (http://www.ncsc.se).

For your security. For our democracy. Every day. All year round.

More Information

The workplace is located near Drottningholm, about 10 minutes from Brommaplan. Swedish citizenship is a requirement as employment at FRA involves placement in a security class. A requirement for employment is a successful security clearance with a background check. The security clearance will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Security Protection Act. Employment comes with an obligation to be placed in wartime. We apply a six-month probationary period, and work samples may be used as part of the selection process. For more information, you are welcome to contact the recruiting manager at 010-557 3086. Union representatives can be reached at 010-557 46 00.

We accept applications via www.fra.se (http://www.fra.se) by 2026-03-01. Reference number 2025FRA2683-2.

As we have already decided on the recruitment channels we wish to use for this recruitment, we kindly ask not to be contacted for additional offers of advertising and recruitment assistance.

Keywords: full stack, object-oriented programming, system architect, problem solving, radio knowledge, signal processing, advanced software development, system integration.