Cyber Security Engineer - Traction Battery Software

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.

About us
At Research & Development, you will be a key contributor to the next generation outstanding luxury cars from Volvo. Together with other engineers around the world, you and your team will create innovative human-centric car technology that makes life less complicated and more enjoyable for people.
Traction Battery Software (TBSW) is a part of the department Battery & Charging Controls. The department commit to deliver products with high quality and with an ownership that lays within the development teams in each Agile Release Train (ART). TBSW’s focus is to deliver a robust Battery SW platform for the next generation of hybrid and electrical vehicles.

What’s in it for you?
To support the new strategy with an aggressive plan for Electrification, Volvo Cars are currently moving to in-house development of key software components of the traction battery management system. In parallel with the innovation of improved functions of the software, there are standards and best practices that we must fulfil to create a safe and secure product, and this is where we need your experience and support.

What you’ll do
We are looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to join our Battery Management System and Architecture team. In this role, you will be a part of a highly agile and fast-paced team that works to secure that the prerequisites needed for the SW development teams are in place, by guiding them with your expertise in cyber security and perform joint reviews with the teams as well as suppliers.

The team consists of skilled engineers with deep knowledge in different areas such as System Safety, Electronics Engineering, Diagnostics and SW Architecture. The team is defining the functionality and architecture of the SW, setting the framework for the SW development teams to develop and enhance the different functions of the battery. Your role will be to support the implementation of the Cyber Security Management System (CSMS) within the ART and guide the organization within CSMS and technical solutions proposed. You will be responsible for the delivery of the work products defined by ISO 21434 and perform the required cybersecurity analysis required on the different levels e.g. TARA, Concept Level and Technical level.  

You and your skills
We expect you to have a degree in computer science or equivalent, with experience in software development and software engineering. You have deep knowledge in cybersecurity standards e.g., ISO 21434, R155, R156 and similar standards, and proven experience/history within the cybersecurity field. Of course, you are also fluent in English (written and spoken).

It is meritorious if you have experience/knowledge from information security standards such as ISO27000. Previous experience/knowledge in functional safety (ISO26262) and the automotive industry in general is also considered a merit. It is also good if you are used to work in an agile/scrum environment.

Do you fit the profile?
You have a positive attitude and focus on possibilities rather than obstacles, and you are structured and possess good documentation skills. Since collaboration, knowledge sharing, and guiding people are key in this role it is important that you enjoy working with others in a team/cross functional environment. You are pro-active and persistent in achieving goals and know when to be flexible to achieve those goals.

Your application
For questions regarding the position please contact Hiring Manager  Anna Niemi at anna.niemi@volvocars.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Senior Recruiter Kristin Lövgren at kristin.lovgren@volvocars.com. Please keep in mind that we apply continuous recruitment process so please send your application and cover letter no later than February 13th, 2022. Please note that applications via email will not be handled due to GDPR.