Department Program Manager

Who are we?
Volvo Cars is a company on a mission; to bring traditional car manufacturing into a connected, sustainable and smart future.
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.

Who we are:
Volvo Cars are on an exciting journey to expand its in-house software development capabilities. At the department Computing Infrastructure System, we are part of this aspiration. Our teams are building the next generation high-performance in-vehicle computer, designed to host different vehicle applications, stretching from basic vehicle state machines to advance active safety and unsupervised autonomous drive functionalities.
 We are now seeking a stable and motivated leader to join our leadership team as Department Program Manager.
What you'll do:
As a Department Program Manager, you will serve as the primary catalyst for achieving departmental deliverables. In close collaboration with our Product Managers, your focus will be ensuring our roadmap and plans remains detailed, transparent, and effectively communicated. While the Product Managers offers specialized technical support and guidance, it is the Department Program Manager that is accountable to guide the execution of our department backlog.

As a leader, you will oversee a broad spectrum of work packages, including system design, software development, software flow, test quality, and troubleshooting. The day-to-day operations is carried out by collaborating closely with Engineering Managers, Product Owners, and Scrum Masters, leveraging on each other’s individual experience and know how.
As a vital member of our team, your role will involve ensuring the day-to-day planning and execution of department deliveries, ensuring that projects are completed effectively and in accordance with established timelines. Your collaboration with Product Managers will be instrumental in documenting technical roadmaps that align with our company's strategic goals.
In this position, it will be crucial to guarantee the alignment of plans with company expectations, proactively addressing any deviations that may arise. Taking ownership of identifying, addressing, and mitigating risks will be a key aspect of your responsibilities, demonstrating your commitment to the overall success of our initiatives.
As a hands-on leader, you will lead complex technical tasks that extend across organizational borders, showcasing your technical expertise and ability to navigate multifaceted challenges. Serving as the main interface to stakeholders, you will play a vital role in reporting our status, promoting clear communication, and maintaining transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
Your role will be instrumental in shaping the growth of our projects and ensuring a positive and productive work environment. We look forward to welcoming a candidate who can bring vision, leadership, and technical expertise to this impactful position.

Who you are:
You are a customer-oriented person who enjoys being part of a high performing team where you take own initiatives and take pride in your own and the team’s deliveries. You are curious, always eager to learn and have an innovative mind-set. You have a record of empowering teams, and you are known to get things done, even if the pressure is high or when the path forward is unclear.
In order to excel in this role, we are seeking an individual with proven technical expertise, having worked hands-on with fault-tolerant, safe, and secure embedded systems, ideally within the automotive industry. You need to be experienced in efficient and clear communication with stakeholders and management.
The ideal candidate for this role will bring a wealth of experience as a technical leader within an embedded systems organization. Your solid leadership and interpersonal skills will be key assets, enabling you to guide and inspire teams in a collaborative and innovative work environment.
Demonstrating commitment and adaptability, you have a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment. Your adept problem-solving and decision-making capabilities will contribute to the successful resolution of challenges, underscoring your ability to navigate complex technical landscapes.
With a background in program management, you bring valuable expertise to the position, ensuring effective planning and execution of projects. Your solid understanding of risk management positions you to proactively address challenges, mitigating potential issues before they impact project outcomes.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, are fundamental to this role. Your ability to convey complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner will contribute to effective collaboration and understanding across teams.
Moreover, your familiarity with project management tools and methodologies enhances your capacity to streamline processes, optimize workflows, and contribute to the overall efficiency of our projects.
We are seeking a candidate who not only possesses technical proficiency but also embodies proven leadership qualities and effective communication skills—a professional who will thrive in our dynamic work environment and contribute to the success of our embedded systems initiatives. 
You can be based in Gothenburg or Lund.