Senior Software Engineer

Want to influence the bigger picture? At Saab, you can realise amazing innovations that keep people and societies safe. Together, we can truly make an impact - and your part matters.

Your role

Do you thrive on solving complex technical challenges and are driven to architect robust software solutions? We are currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our team within Secure Networking at Saab's Business Unit Digital Battlespace Solutions. In this role, you will develop secure and resilient software-based network solutions. leading technical discussions and influencing architectural decisions. Our systems integrate a diverse range of technologies, including radio, satellite, fiber, and 5G.

Your profile

We are looking for a technical leader who is proactive, reliable, and possesses profound communication skills. You have a strong background in software development and a deep interest in communication technology. Beyond your individual contributions, you will be a mentor to your colleagues. You actively share your expertise, facilitate knowledge transfer, and contribute to documentation and information sharing within the team. You will be part of a diverse team where all opinions and ideas are welcomed, and where collegial support and trust are fundamental. We value these principles as prerequisites for our team's long-term success.

What we're looking for

We are looking for a driven and curious software developer, who is eager to learn and always trying to improve. As a person, you are truly a doer, willing to get hands-on solving any problems needed to help us move forward. We strive for a high degree of decentralized decision making to achieve speed and quality. You will be expected to navigate ambiguous requirements to define technical specifications. Further, you should have

A master's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering physics, or equivalent work experience.

5+ years of relevant software development experience in a professional environment. Good understanding and experience of agile development.

Programming languages such as Python, C, C++, or Go.

Experience working in Linux based development environments. Experience with Yocto Linux is a plus.

Knowledge of Software Defined Networking (SDN). Experience in P4 programming is a plus.

Understanding of Information Assurance and Cybersecurity.

Deep understanding of software-hardware interaction.

Other relevant certifications are meritorious.

The position is primarily performed on-site at Saab's facilities in either Linköping or Stockholm, though remote work and travel may occur.

This position requires that you pass a security vetting based on the current regulations around/of security protection. For positions requiring security clearance additional obligations on citizenship may apply.

What you will be part of

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defense capability of several nations. Read more about us here