Software Architect

Toyota Material Handling Europe AB; Mjölby kommun; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota Material Handling Europe AB in Mjölby kommun is seeking an experienced Software Architect to impact the software architecture of their next-generation platform. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, influencing both current projects and long-term strategies. You will lead architectural design, contribute to new software platforms, and mentor development teams. Ideal candidates have a degree in a relevant field and several years of experience in embedded systems, along with a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience within software architecture, preferably within embedded systems.
• Experience in creating or contributing to new software platforms is a strong merit.
• Proven ability to lead and coach others in software architecture.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain requirements of the overall software architectures.
• Design, verify, review and document software architectures.
• Lead architectural design and component choices to ensure performance.
• Participate in planning and execution of releases.

Skills

Leadership

Software architecture

Collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics

Job description

Are you ready to make a lasting impact on a next‑generation platform?

Auto Solutions at Toyota Material Handling Europe is now looking for you-an experienced Software Architect who wants to take on a key role in shaping and driving the software architecture at subsystem level of our new platform.

You will combine technical leadership with hands‑on involvement throughout the product lifecycle and work close to the product, where software and hardware meet. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence both current development projects and the long‑term software platform strategy, while mentoring and supporting development teams.

Auto Solutions is a part of R&D and is currently on an exciting growth journey. You will join a competent team characterized by collaboration, accountability, and technical professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain requirements of the overall software architectures to align with system requirements and project goals
• Design, verify, review and document software architectures on node and module level
• Contribute to the creation and continuous improvement of roadmaps and strategy for software platforms and architectures
• Be part of development projects as responsible for the software within given area
• Lead architectural design and component choices within given area to ensure performance, scalability and technical quality
• Create new and further develop existing solutions
• Perform troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
• Develop and maintain relevant standards and routines

Your responsibility also includes participating in planning, coordination and execution of releases. You will support, mentor and educate software developers in the application of architectures. Within dedicated area you will contribute to the development of tests and verification of solutions. You are expected to act as a technical lead within software architecture, enabling development teams to grow competence and architectural understanding.

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science, Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent.
• Several years of experience within software architecture, preferably within embedded systems
• Experience from creating or contributing to creation of new software platforms is considered a strong merit
• Proven ability to lead and coach others in software architecture
• Proficiency in both spoken and written English. Proficiency in Swedish is a plus.

You are a collaborative team player who enjoys taking responsibility and contributing to shared goals. With a proactive and curious mindset, you like to stay ahead of challenges, share knowledge, and help others grow in a supportive and collaborative environment.