Software Developer

Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. We believe in bringing out the best in each other and harnessing the true power of people. At Volvo Cars your career is designed around your talents and aspirations so you can reach your full potential. Join us on a journey of a lifetime as we create safety, autonomous driving and electrification technologies of tomorrow.

Software Developer -Traction Battery Software

Want to join us on our exciting journey?
Volvo Cars is on an exciting journey, redefining the automotive experience by innovating to make people’s lives less complicated. We offer you a once-in-a-lifetime chance to make an impact in a company with unique opportunities to grow and make a true difference.

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. Are you interested in design and connected car technology? Do you share our passion for people, the environment and our urge to create a superior driving experience? Research and Development is the place for you to prosper.

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. Traction batteries are complex systems containing hundreds of battery cells together with a thermal conditioning system. In order to operate the battery optimally, it is important to know internal parameters of the battery cells, such as charge level, and available energy and power.

The 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. TBSW’s main focus is to deliver an innovated and robust Battery SW platform for the next generation of hybrid and electrical vehicles.

What you’ll do
We are looking for a SW Developer to join our Thermal Controls Team. In this role, you will be a part of a highly agile and fast-paced team that delivers state of the art functionality. The right candidate will work with the whole chain regarding SW development (requirement handling, function development, calibration & verification).

The team consists of Sub Functional Responsible, Developers and Testers. The team is responsible of the implementation and quality assurance of the Thermal SW component in the Traction Battery SW.  For implementation of functionality, the base tools are Matlab/Simulink. There are strict processes for quality assurance in-place. SPICE certification is also on the agenda. This to meet ISO 26262, and implementation of safety functionality. There is a complete toolchain for building the complete Autosar compliant SW packages that are tested in MIL, HIL and vehicle.

You and your skills
You have an engineering background within Electronics, Computer Science or Mechatronics. You have several years of experience from Simulation and Model-Based Design using MATLAB/ Simulink. Good experience in vehicle and HIL testing. Knowledge in Autosar, ISO 26262 or programming skills in C, C++ and Python is meritorious.

Do you fit the profile?
You are highly committed to deliver results. A team player and with good coordination and communication skills. Pro-active and persistent in achieving goals and cross-functional improvement. You have a European Driver’s license and are fluent in English, spoken and written. You demonstrate a strong understanding of development processes and agile methodologies. 

Your Application
To apply, please submit your cv and cover letter by no later than 5 November 2021. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted due to GDPR. Please direct any questions you may have about the position or the recruitment process to: roza.cizek@volvocars.com. 

Who are we?
Everything we do starts with people. Our purpose is to provide freedom to move, in a personal, sustainable and safe way. We are committed to simplifying our customers’ lives by offering better technology solutions that improve their impact on the world and bringing the most advanced mobility innovations to protect them, their loved ones and the people around them.