Software Design Group Manager

Req ID:515178

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be our future full time Group Manager Software Design in Stockholm?

Your future role

Take on a key leadership position within the software organization, where you will be responsible for managing and delivering software development work packages across the full development lifecycle.

You will ensure successful execution of software development activities in line with Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) commitments, while coordinating closely with internal teams, architects, and stakeholders.

We’ll look to you for:

Producing and following up on the software work package file for the entire software development scope

Establishing consolidated reporting for your assigned work package

Defining and managing software development management plans

Organizing and leading software design reviews

Organizing and leading software development activities until completion

Participating in the Product Change Control Board (CCB) for the software scope

Managing commitments and changes related to software requirements

Escalating risks or events that could impact QCD commitments

Applying and ensuring adherence to processes and standards

Tracking team and development performance against objectives

Identifying improvement areas and driving actions to enhance development success

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

Degree in Engineering or equivalent.

Proven experience in people management and leading distributed teams.

Proven ability to manage teams to achieve project goals.

Experience in software development processes such as V model, Agile etc.

Knowledge in C / C++

Strong technical knowledge in operating systems (Linux, RTOS etc.) and embedded software development.

Proven ability to manage relationships with various stakeholders.

Experience in planning, tracking and delivering projects.

Excellent communication skills. English is mandatory, Swedish is preferred.

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines

Work with new security standards for railway industry

Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues

Contribute to innovative projects

Utilise our agile working environment

Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries

Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

Progress towards senior roles.

Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.