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Do you want to make a societal impact and contribute to Sweden's independence in the world? We are now looking for an experienced software developer with a strong grasp of Linux and Java. You are comfortable with the entire stack and want to use your valuable time and knowledge to make Sweden safer. If you are the one we are looking for, we can offer a varied job in a knowledge-intensive environment where you get to make a difference every day.

Your Role

In this role, you will join an agile development team with overall responsibility for a product that is a central part of the agency's intelligence production. The team is responsible for designing, further developing, and maintaining the entire stack.

The team collaborates closely with end-users within the signals intelligence departments as well as other technical teams within production.

You are expected to participate actively in knowledge transfer, but also take personal initiative for your own development. Through training, conferences, and independent monitoring of the external environment, we keep up to date with the latest technology. Together, we evaluate and share insights.

We always strive for employees to thrive and develop. We see this as a prerequisite for the team's efficiency.

Your Qualifications

We are looking for you who have:

• A university degree in computer science, systems science, or equivalent, or alternatively acquired equivalent competence through work experience.
• Experience as a software developer (Java or equivalent) in a complex Linux environment.
• Experience working in teams with modern CI/CD and release flows.
• Good skills in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

The following experience is also considered meritorious for the position:

• Knowledge/experience with React or similar frameworks.
• Knowledge/experience with Kubernetes-based environments.
• Knowledge/experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases.
• Knowledge/experience with Quarkus, Spring, or equivalent.

Your Profile

We are looking for you with the following qualities:

• Big Picture Thinking – Sees the whole and takes the larger perspective into account. Understands their role but considers the best interests of the entire organization in actions and decisions.
• Problem-Solving Analytical Ability – Works well with complex issues. Analyzes and breaks down problems into their components and solves complicated problems.
• Structured – Plans, organizes, and prioritizes work efficiently. Sets and adheres to timeframes.
• Collaborative – Works well with other people. Relates to them in a listening and smooth manner. Listens, communicates, and resolves conflicts constructively.

About FRA

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

Our task as the intelligence service is to protect Sweden against the most serious threats that can be directed against a society – military attacks, terrorism, and cyberattacks. We protect what is most important to us – our security, our democracy, and our way of life. We are experts in the cyber field and signals intelligence, and a warning bell for military threats.

Since 2024, FRA has led the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), whose mission is to develop and strengthen Sweden's ability to prevent, detect, and handle cyber threats.

As a new employee at FRA, you will receive comprehensive introductory training and continuous competence development, which gives you the opportunity to develop your skills and become even better at what you are passionate about. Our organization is multifaceted and consists of different competencies and personalities, where each individual has unique characteristics and prerequisites. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome and safe. In addition to an 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 Cyber Security Centre, visit www.ncsc.se (http://www.ncsc.se).

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

More Information

The workplace is located near Drottningholm, approximately 10 minutes from Brommaplan. Swedish citizenship is a requirement as employment at FRA involves placement in a security classification. Before employment, you will undergo a security check in accordance with the provisions of the Security Protection Act. Employment entails an obligation to be war-placed. We apply a six-month probation period. A technical interview will be conducted as part of this recruitment process. For more information, you are welcome to contact the recruiting manager at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]). Union representatives can be reached at 010-557 46 00.

We receive applications via www.fra.se (http://www.fra.se) no later than 2026-07-05. Reference number 2026FRA977-2.

As we have already taken a stance on the recruitment channels we wish to use for this recruitment, we decline to be contacted for further offers of advertising and recruitment assistance.

Employment Type: Permanent.
Duration: Permanent.
Working Hours: Daytime.