Team Manager - Electric Propulsion SW framework and devOps

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.

Where You’ll Belong
Do you share our belief in diversity and are ready to make a difference? Then the role as Team Manager for Electric Propulsion SW framework and devOps would be the perfect challenge for you! We offer an exciting career opportunity right in the heart of electrification at Volvo Cars. We aspire a company culture that inspires you to aim high. You do your best and have fun doing it! 

The group within Vehicle Propulsion consists of three teams driving the development of the in-house SW framework as well as performing data analysis for our new BEVs. The teams drive the complete CI/CM framework, (i.e GIT/Gerrit, Zuul, Jenkins, Azure, SIL) used by all inhouse SW developers at Electric Propulsion. The group also has a strong data analysis team, serving the entire Vehicle Propulsion with state-of-the-art data analytics. 

Let Us Describe the Challenge We Offer
We are now seeking a committed and collaborative colleague who wants to join us with the primary responsibility to inspire and lead our teams towards new challenges ahead. You and the team's focus is to advance the electric propulsion technology development. 

You ensure the work environment for the team and set objectives, do performance reviews and salary settings for your team members. You also ensure competence development and recruitment to assure highly skilled individuals with the right competence in line with our long-term technical strategies. 

Also, you contribute with a strong sense of customer focus and business acumen in management forums as well in co-operations with fellow colleagues, team members and suppliers. Your contribution is very important regarding the department's future business direction and results. 

Competence is Important
•    M.Sc. or equivalent technical experience 
•    Experienced in Product Development
•    Documented leadership qualities and experiences 
•    Driving license 

Personality is Key
You are flexible and enjoy changes as you will be working in a fast-paced, intellectually challenging environment.  You are an experienced problem solver, looking for a bigger business challenge. As a person, you also apply creative thinking to issues and analyze qualitative and quantitative research data. 

You are a self-starter with a pioneering spirit; resourceful and able to take ownership quickly and reliably. You have an ability to lead through people, listen and coach and you are energetic and truly motivated by creating new solutions together with the cross-functional team. 

How to Learn More and Apply 
Does this sound like your next challenge? Welcome with your application by submitting your resume and cover letter via the link below no later than 9 of January. Please note that due to GDPR we will not take applications via email. 

For questions about the position please contact Isak Öberg (Department Manager Electric Drive Controls and PMT, 97600) at isak.oberg@volvocars.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact recruiter Sandra Viklund via sandra.viklund@volvocars.com.


Union representatives 
Muhammed Arsalan (Akademikerna)
Güngör Kalfa (Unionen)
Leonel Diniz (Ledarna)