Department Manager

1 month ago


Göteborg, Sweden Volvo Car Corporation Full time

Can you engineer a brighter tomorrow?  

Reality has made it clear that the actions we take in the next few years will significantly impact on our future. Embracing the need for change, Volvo Cars is committed to spearheading the charge in automotive electrification. In this role, you’ll play a crucial part in an exciting transformation journey that will change how the world views mobility. Are you ready for a new opportunity?  

What you'll do

As Department Manager (Sr./Director of Core System Component in SWEP Business Unit (SW & Electronics Platform), you will be overall responsible of Product strategy, Product development delivery and Team & Competence build-up. SWEP CSC department covers Electronics hardware of core-computer, ADPM (AD/ADAS Domain Controller), and Entire Zone Controller and LPC (Low Power Controller) products. You will work closely will cross-functional team to deliver Zone controller and LPC, especially application SW functional owners, with a crucial role of Enabling and Governance role.

Main responsibilities:

  • Lead product strategy and roadmap of SWEP Core System Components product portfolio.
  • Build and continuously optimize in-house SW and Electronics development competence and operation structure.
  • Team build-up and development inline with competence strategy,  and global site strategy optimization
  • Optimize product engineering process for in-house SW & Electronics smooth execution on-time, on-spec, on-cost and build-in-quality.
  • Collaborate with all relevant stakeholders across entire global engineering, especially various functional owner, to boost co-work together between Platform SW and Application SW.
  • Lead make-or-buy development strategy implementation and supplier governance.
  • As part of SWEP leadership, support to drive the SWEP strategy goals implementation, based on expectation.


Who you are 

You are a dynamic leader who inspires and motivates others and fosters a positive work environment. You are also result-oriented and have a strong sense of accountability and ownership. With structured thinking and an understanding of business dynamics, you are able to navigate challenges and make informed decisions to drive success.

To be successful in this role, we also believe that you have: 

  • A masters degree with a major among: Electronics, Computer Science, SW engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation etc
  • Experience of in-house AutoSar SW & Electronics product development experience from either OEM or Tier-1 suppliers, it is a plus to have Domain Controller or Zone Controller development experience directly.
  • Multiple years of experience of team management in people leadership position, with a relatively big team size (expect to be at least 80 developers)
  • Experience of leading through leaders and have experience of global team management.
  • Solid experience of supplier technical management and governance
  • Good communication in English


How to learn more and apply 

For questions about the position, please contact Lisa Mellor, the responsible recruiter, at lisa.mellor@volvocars.com. Please note that applications via email will not be approved. Interviews will be held continuously. To apply, please register your profile and attach your application documents via the link below as soon as possible. 

Volvo Cars - Driving change together  

Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. Today, we are one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with over 40,000 employees across the globe. At Volvo Cars, your career is designed around your skills and aspirations so you can reach your full potential.  

For the right person, an inspiring, and creative workplace awaits. Did you know that every Volvo Cars employee worldwide has the right to our Family Bond, our new all-gender, paid parental leave policy? You’ll also enjoy a culture and benefits package that’s made us one of the world’s most awarded and progressive employers.  

By 2025, we aim to sell 1.2 million cars annually, 50% of which will be electric vehicles and sold directly to customers through digital channels. Join us on the journey of a lifetime as we create the driving and electrification technologies of tomorrow.



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