Saab

Sektionschef Software

In short

This role leads software development integrating advanced sensors into the 9LV combat management system within Saab's Naval Software department in Luleå, Sweden. The section manager has personnel, budget, delivery and design/construction responsibility for the team, and acts as mentor and part of the department's management team. It requires leadership experience (manager, project manager, team leader, or technical lead in software development), a technical university-level education or equivalent experience, and Swedish citizenship due to required security clearance.

Your Role
The security situation in the world is changing rapidly, and with it the demands of modern warfare. Meeting these challenges requires systems that are faster, smarter and more integrated than ever before. Within the Naval Software department, we develop command and control systems that form the backbone of the Swedish Navy and of many of our international customers.
As a manager, you step into a key role where you lead the development of the software that integrates advanced sensors into the 9LV combat management system. This is where raw data is transformed into tactical information – a critical function for creating an accurate situational picture and making the right decisions in time.
The work is carried out in close collaboration with other software teams in the organization to ensure seamless and efficient integration.
As section manager you have personnel and budget responsibility as well as overall delivery responsibility for the team's projects, following up on technology, finances and planning. You also have design and construction responsibility within your area. Your leadership includes driving business development, handling salary setting, and ensuring a good work environment.
You are expected to be a mentor who continuously develops your employees' competence and promotes efficient reuse of code and solutions. With a positive and solution-oriented attitude, you are an active and contributing part of the department's management team.
Your Profile
We are looking for someone with experience in leading roles, for example as a manager, project manager, team leader, or in another technically leading function within software development. You have a technical education at university level or equivalent professional experience that we assess as equivalent.
Experience from the defense industry and command and control systems is advantageous, but not a requirement – we offer a thorough introduction and the support you need to grow into the role.
We believe you possess the following qualities:
•A professional approach with high integrity; you are a role model in the organization who dares to stand by your convictions.
•Ability to prioritize and manage parallel activities in a dynamic environment.
•A structured and results-oriented approach that enjoys challenges and makes things happen.
•Very good ability to communicate and collaborate with people from different cultures and backgrounds.
By taking responsibility for both your own and your section's skills development – both technically and personally – you contribute directly to Saab's and our customers' competitiveness and strategic advantage.
The position requires that you undergo and are approved according to the security clearance regulations in force at any given time. This position requires security classification placement and entails a requirement for Swedish citizenship.
What You Become Part Of
Discover endless opportunities. Take on challenges, create smart innovations and upgrade your abilities. This is a place for clever thinkers, brave pioneers and everyone in between. Together we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing their own unique perspective. Every contribution counts.
Saab is a leading defense and security company whose purpose is to help nations protect their populations and contribute to the safety of people and societies. With 28,000 talented employees, Saab develops technology and solutions for a safer and more sustainable world.
Saab develops, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control systems, sensors and underwater systems. Saab has its headquarters in Sweden but a global operation, being part of the defense capability of many nations.
Please note that we work with ongoing selection and the position may be filled before the final application date has passed.

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