Software Manager – Production Engineering

Job TitleSoftware Manager – Production Engineering & Technology, LundJob Description

Are you a passionate and experienced leader with a strong background in software development and product-oriented engineering? Do you thrive in a technical environment where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are key? At Axis, we develop and manufacture world-leading network video products with the ambition to innovate for a smarter, safer world — and we are now looking for a Software Manager to join our management team within Production Engineering & Technology (PET) at our headquarters in Lund.

Who is your future team?

You will lead a software group of 12 talented engineers divided into two sub-teams:

• One team focuses on our production client and database solution.
• The other team develops the software that drives our production machines.

The team works closely with electronics, mechanics, and QA teams within PET, as well as our colleagues within Industrialization, and you will play a key role in shaping our ways of working and how agile methodologies best fit our growing organization.

As part of the Production Engineering & Technology management team, you will collaborate closely with other managers, product owners, and project leaders. Together, you will align strategies, drive improvements, and ensure that our production systems support Axis' global manufacturing operations efficiently and reliably.

What you'll do here as Software Manager?

In this role, you will lead and develop your team both strategically and operationally. Your main responsibilities include:

• Developing strategies and goals for your group.
• Driving continuous improvement in processes, tools, and ways of working, including agile and DevOps practices.
• Supporting, coaching, and developing your team members to reach their full potential.
• Resource planning, recruitment, and performance development.
• Managing the group's budget and ensuring efficient prioritization and delivery.
• Contribute to and lead initiatives within the PET management team.

We'd love to hear that you are:

An open, driven, and a collaborative leader who is passionate about software development and enjoy building strong, motivated teams. You combine technical understanding with strong leadership and communication skills, and you are comfortable working across organizational boundaries.

You likely have:

• A university degree in computer science, or similar.
• At least 5 years of experience as a leader of software teams, preferably in a product development environment.
• A solid understanding of agile methodology (Scrum, Kanban) and DevOps principles.
• Experience working with software that interacts with hardware or embedded systems.
• Excellent communication skills in both Swedish and English.

Technical environment

C#, .NET, MariaDB, NI TestStand, SQL, Git, Windows environment.
Agile methods: Scrum and Kanban.

What Axis has to offer  

We are a world leader in network video, where cutting-edge technology meets global impact.   

Here, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of security and surveillance — developing solutions used worldwide.  

As a fast-growing company, we offer exciting career opportunities. You'll grow professionally through continuous learning, supported by a collaborative team that values creativity, innovation, and work-life balance.  

Our Lund HQ Campus, including the impressive Grenden building, offers a dynamic environment with spaces crafted to encourage collaboration, whether through informal "fika" chats, formal meetings, or after-hours activities. Check it out: Axis HQ   

Your well-being matters to us. We offer a range of benefits, including a company bonus, Friday cake, wellness allowance, health insurance — and even your own Axis bicycle.  

To learn more about Axis, our innovative products, solutions, and vibrant company culture, explore:  

Life at Axis blog   

Engineering at Axis blog   

Innovation at Axis   

Ready to act?

Does this sound like the challenge you've been looking for?
We review applications continuously, so don't wait to send yours

In case of questions, please reach out to recruiting manager Erik Fors,

Type of EmploymentPermanent EmploymentPosting End Date

Certain roles at Axis require background checks, which means applicable verifications will be done in these recruitments. Notice will be provided before we take any action.

About Axis Communications

We enable a smarter, safer world by creating innovative solutions for improving security and business performance. As a network technology company and industry leader, we offer solutions in video surveillance, access control, intercom, and audio systems, enhanced by intelligent analytics applications.

With around 5000 committed employees in over 50 countries, we collaborate with partners worldwide. Together, we thrive in our friendly, open, and collaborative culture and inspire each other to think beyond the expected. United by our commitment to inclusion, diversity, and sustainability, we consistently seek to develop our skills and way of working.

Let´s create a smarter, safer world

For more information about Axis, please visit our website

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