Functional Safety/Cyber Security leader software Volvo Construction Equipment Braås

Volvo Construction Equipment; Växjö kommun; On-site; SEK 850,000 - 1,150,000; Full time

Job summary

Volvo Construction Equipment Braås is seeking a FuSa & PCS Leader to drive functional safety and product cyber security throughout the development lifecycle. You will represent the software domain within a Global FuSA/PCS network and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet safety standards and regulatory requirements.

This role emphasizes turning standards into actionable requirements, risk-based plans, and robust verification.

Qualifications

• M.Sc/B.Sc in Computer Science/ Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience from FuSa and/or PCS within automotive, industrial, energy or medical.
• Confident in understanding and interpreting standards.
• Structured, analytical, and data-driven decision making.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead functional safety in accordance with EN ISO 13849, 61508.
• Ensure PCS processes are implemented, followed, and continuously improved.
• Drive risk analyses, safety assessments, and safety planning with development teams and project managers.
• Act as an expert advisor on FuSa and PCS matters for the organization.
• Lead safety reviews, audits, and assessments, ensuring proper documentation and traceability.
• Train and coach the organization in FuSa and PCS methodologies.

Skills

FuSa/PCS experience

English communication

Education

M.Sc/B.Sc in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Software development experience

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

Do you want to play a vital role in developing safe and protected machines that are compliant with the latest regulatory requirements and by that contributes to the success of Volvos market leading Haulers?

If yes, let us give you an introduction to our journey!

Volvo Construction Equipment is leading the transition to sustainable and environmentally friendly transport solutions with the goal of becoming a fossil-free company by 2040.

Connected, electric, highly-automated and autonomous machines are making their way into our lives, and it’s happening fast!

At the same time safety is one of Volvos core values and always our highest priority. To secure that our products are safe and protected against threats we have been working hard to develop processes that help us fulfill Functional safety requirements.

We are now looking for someone who can help us continue this journey and in addition lead the way for upcoming Product Cyber Security standards.

What You Will Do

As a FuSa & PCS Leader, you will play a key role in driving and ensuring Functional Safety (FuSa) and Product Cyber Security (PCS) throughout the entire development process. You will be the strategic and operational force that ensures our products meet relevant safety standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality targets, from concept phase to launch and beyond.

You will be part of a small local team where you will be representing the software domain, and part of our Global network of FuSA/PCS experts where you will get support, share best practice and handle assessments together.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the work within functional safety in accordance with applicable standards (e.g. EN ISO 13849, 61508).
• Ensure that PCS processes are implemented, followed, and continuously improved.
• Drive risk analyses, safety assessments, and safety planning in close collaboration with development teams and project managers.
• Act as an expert advisor on FuSa and PCS matters for the organization.
• Lead safety reviews, audits, and assessments, ensuring proper documentation and traceability.
• Train and coach the organization in FuSa and PCS methodologies to strengthen the overall safety culture.

This is us

Software systems AAH department consists of 60 developers divided into nine agile teams centered to Braås, 25 minutes from Växjö. We are a global team and in addition to the Braås site we have teams in Bangalore India and Wroclaw Poland. The department are responsible for all machine software for our market-leading Haulers.

Who are you?

“Great teams are about personalities, not just skills”. Like us, you believe that personal credibility, integrity, mutual respect and an inclusive approach to work are crucial characteristics.

You have experience from work with FuSa and/or PCS, and you are confident in converting standards to requirements, to clear actions and realistic plans. As a person you combine deep technical understanding with a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• M.Sc/B.Sc. Degree in Computer Science/ Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience
• Experience from working with FuSa and/or PCS within automotive, industrial, energy or medical.
• Confident in understanding and interpreting standards.
• Structured, analytical, and confident in making decisions based on data and risk assessments.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English
• You take responsibility and ownership of your deliveries

It is meritorious to have one or more of the following:

• Knowledge of relevant FuSa and PCS standards (ISO 13849, 61508, Machine regulation, CRA or equivalent on-road standards)
• Experience in Software development
• Good communication skills in Swedish
• Experience in project management

We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and background creates a better environment for our employees and thus offers higher value to our customers. We strive for an inclusive culture that leverages the strengths inherent in diversity. Above all, it is our people that make the difference.

Last application date

November 1st

Location

Braås

Travel

Occasional

As part of the recruitment process, a background check as well as alcohol and drug testing may be conducted. You will be informed if applicable.

Curious to know more and have questions?

Welcome To Contact

Mårten Jonsson, Head of SW Systems AAH, Tech dev, ([phone]

Tina Huldt, People and Culture Partner, ([phone]

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who We Are And What We Believe In

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

Part of Volvo Group, Volvo Construction Equipment is a global company driven by our purpose to build the world we want to live in. Together we develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world. By unleashing everyone’s full potential, we build a more sustainable future for all our stakeholders. Come join our team and help us build a better tomorrow.