Saabgroup

System Software Engineer at Sensor Core Applications

Sweden · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerSaabgroup
LocationSweden
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted7 Oct 2026

Passionate about making ideas a reality? Join our welcoming world of tech and let your ideas soar.

At Saab Surveillance, we are expanding our engineering organization and are looking for a System Software Engineer to join our growing team.

In this role, you will contribute to the development of advanced radar systems that help create a safer and more secure world.

You will work with cutting-edge technology in a collaborative environment where learning, innovation, and teamwork are highly valued. If you enjoy solving complex challenges, sharing knowledge with others, and seeing your work make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Your role

As part of our Sensor Core Applications team, you will develop and maintain core software applications that power both our current radar sensor systems and future generations of radar technology.

You will be involved throughout the product lifecycle, from early concepts and design to development, testing, and delivery. Working closely with colleagues from different disciplines, you will play an important role in shaping solutions that are robust, scalable, and built for the future.

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Your profile

We believe you are a curious and engaged software engineer who enjoys learning new things and continuously developing your skills. You appreciate working together with others, sharing ideas, and contributing to a positive team environment.

You are comfortable taking ownership of your work while collaborating closely with your colleagues to find the best solutions. At Saab, we value trust, knowledge sharing, and diverse perspectives, creating an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute and grow.

What we're looking for

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or equivalent experience.
Several years of experience in professional software development.
Strong programming skills in C++ or a similar language.
Experience working in Linux-based development environments.
Understanding of agile software development methods.
Knowledge of software development best practices, including version control, testing, and CI/CD.
Fluent in Swedish and English.

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

Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and that the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement.

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