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This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to R&D Team Lead.

Your role and responsibilities

Are you passionate about agile leadership, embedded systems and cutting-edge industrial networks? This is your chance to combine technical depth with agile leadership in a role that drives innovation at the heart of automation. In this role, you will guide a team of skilled engineers working on core components of the software that powers our world class robot controllers. You will foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning and technical excellence while guiding and challenging the team to ensure our software solutions remain cutting-edge, robust and scalable.

If you are a driven and structured leader who thrives in agile environments and are passionate about developing cutting-edge industrial network solutions, we would love to hear from you! Join us at ABB robotics in Västerås to be part of a driven forward-thinking team pushing the boundaries of technology.

Your responsibilities:

• Lead a scrum team of skilled software developers working with industrial Ethernet and fieldbus networks.
• Drive the development of next-generation industrial communication technologies.
• Collaborate closely with the Product Owner in backlog management and planning.
• Moderate agile events and foster a collaborative and supportive working culture.
• Be hands-on when needed, contributing to development in C/C++.
• Ensure robust certification and integration of fieldbus technologies.
• Support the full development cycle – from design and implementation to testing and delivery.

Qualifications

• You have a master's degree with a background in software development from your studies and previous work.
• 5+ years of work experience within the relevant field of Software development.
• Experience of working with real-time systems with limited resources or other systems with high demands for robust performance.
• Experience in testing and competence in C, C++
• Experience in Ethernet-based fieldbuses (PROFINET, Ethernet/IP, CC-Link and EtherCAT) is considered qualifying.
• You like challenging your abilities and enjoy having a lot of responsibility when developing time-critical embedded software in collaboration with others and with a positive mindset, enjoying sharing knowledge and ideas.
• We value profiles that are curious and have a strong drive, but most importantly we believe in having fun at work and as a team player we hope you have great social skills and an easy-going attitude.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken Swedish is required.

More about us

Recruiting Manager: Linda Koch. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Pia Sandström, +4672 525 90 30; Ledarna: Lenny Larsson, +46 706 32 85 47; Unionen: Roger L. Gustavsson, +46 730 30 30 36. Talent Partner: Johannes Westermark Hester.

We look forward to receiving your application (PDF documents submitted in English are appreciated). Last day to apply is December 9. Please note that the recruitment is ongoing, the position might be filled before this date.

Please note that to be eligible for employment at ABB Sweden, you will need to pass our pre-employment screening steps. This includes a reference check, a drug test, and could also include an extended background check.

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