Engineering Manager – ACC & Mapps Test

About Axis Communications
Axis offers intelligent security solutions that enable a smarter, safer world. As the market leader in network video, Axis is driving the industry by continually launching innovative network products based on an open platform - delivering high value to customers through a global partner network.

Axis has long-term relationships with partners and provides them with knowledge and ground-breaking network products in existing and new markets.

Axis has more than 2,100 dedicated employees in more than 50 countries around the world, supported by a global network of over 80,000 partners. Founded in 1984, Axis is a Sweden-based company listed on NASDAQ Stockholm under the ticker AXIS.

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Reference number: 1727

We are looking for an Engineering Manager to lead one of our teams in SW System Test at Quality Assurance within Research & Development. The team is called ACC & Mapps Test and performs test of our application ACC (Axis Camera Companion) and test of our mobile applications.

WHAT WILL YOU DO? Axis is on a journey where software, applications, systems and connected services have an increased business and technical focus to complement our world class product portfolio. In this position you will be responsible for quality assurance of upgrading of video managing systems for Small Business segment (ACC) and for our mobile applications. This includes all aspects of quality assurance; functional testing and nonfunctional. Your main tasks will be to:

Lead the team and individuals in their daily activities, make sure we get most out of everyone and that they get the needed support. Run the day-to-day operations making sure that we have the right competence, test processes and test tools as well as a relevant network within the organization. Develop your team and its members related to both the needs of the company as well as in balance with the needs of every individual. Perform standard management tasks like development talks, salary setting, budgeting, recruitment of test engineers, etc.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR? We believe you have a genuine interest and talent in leading people and organizations. It is very important for you to know and understand your employees and you will do whatever it takes to make their situation as good as possible while still getting the most out of your organization. Since we are working close together with the development organization in scrum teams, you find it easy to interact with individuals as well as organizations. You combine the skill of listening with the skill of deciding, and can find a good balance in between the two. You are an open-minded, cooperative person - a leader who can make people feel enthusiastic about their work.

You fulfill the following criteria:

At least a few years of leadership experience in leading roles, such as test lead, project manager or line manager. You are really passionate about testing and quality work and have relevant test experiences from former assignments. Well up to date with modern agile ways of testing. Fluent in Swedish and English. Last but most important you have a proven successful track record in leading and developing people, and a genuine interest in finding ways to develop your team, etc. As a person you are seen as positive and empathic, combined with the ability to negotiate and take decisions when needed.
WHAT IS AXIS? Axis is a fast growing and innovative IT company with a global footprint. Our success is largely due to our highly skilled staff and our strong culture of daring to succeed and allowing ourselves to constantly break new ground. At Axis our employees are innovative, dedicated and energetic and that’s just the beginning. They are the driving force of the company and seek to move it forward towards the goal of being number one in our industry. As the global market leader in network video, Axis is driving the industry by continually launching innovative network products and solutions based on an open platform - delivering high value to its customers.

WHAT AXIS CAN DO FOR YOU As Engineering Manager for ACC & Mapps Test you will work with quality assurance of new technology and solutions. You will have access to a highly skilled team and you will be able to set the direction for very important tasks and activities. You will be surrounded by both new and experienced managers that can help you in your personal development. You will also have possibilities to attend relevant training. We welcome your application and look forward to the possibility of you joining us!

READY TO ACT? Axis is a company realizing the benefits of a diverse workforce. We know that diversity in groups creates a better working environment and promotes creativity, something that is fundamental for our success.

Find out more about the position from our recruiting manager Tobias Elmhäll at 046- 272 1800.