Want to influence the bigger picture? At Saab, you can realise amazing innovations that keep people and societies safe. Together, we can truly make an impact – and your part matters.About The RoleAs Manager Software within GBAD Command & Control, you will lead and develop software organizations delivering mission-critical capabilities that make a real difference.
This is a role for someone who is passionate about both people and technology. You understand software development from the inside, perhaps because you have previously worked as a developer, architect, or technical lead yourself. Over time, you discovered that your greatest impact comes from enabling others to succeed.
As a leader, you create the conditions for high-performing teams through trust, clarity, and collaboration. You understand that sustainable delivery is built by engaged people, strong engineering practices, and a shared sense of purpose.
You will be part of the SW Development Management Team and play a key role in shaping our software strategy, engineering culture, and ways of working.
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Who you are
Most likely, you started your career in software development and have gradually grown into leadership roles. While you may not spend your days writing code anymore, you understand the craft, the challenges, and what it takes for engineering teams to succeed.
You are a servant leader who creates trust, removes obstacles, and enables teams to deliver their best work. You combine technical understanding with strong people leadership and believe that engaged teams are the foundation of successful products.
Prestige is not important to you. You are approachable, humble, and comfortable rolling up your sleeves when needed. At the same time, you bring the drive, energy, and communication skills required to create alignment, move things forward, and deliver results in a complex environment.
This position requires that you pass a security vetting based on the current regulations around/of security protection. For positions requiring security clearance additional obligations on citizenship may apply.What you will be part of
Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.
Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.
Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defense capability of several nations. Read more about us here
