Surveillance Specialist in AI assisted software engineering

Saab AB; Göteborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 1,000,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Saab AB in Gothenburg seeks a Senior Technical Specialist to shape how AI transforms our software engineering practices, products, and business. You will drive lifecycle evolution from requirements to maintenance, acting as a subject matter expert bridging AI technologies with complex software systems.

You will lead strategically and provide hands-on guidance, collaborating with developers, architects, and product leaders to scale AI in engineering while engaging with academia and partners to

Qualifications

• Senior software engineer with a strong background in AI transformation of software practices.
• Solid understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs) and agentic AI systems.
• Ability to lead change and translate innovations into value for engineering teams and business.

Responsibilities

• Drive evolution of the entire software development lifecycle with AI assistance.
• Provide strategic leadership and hands-on guidance to teams adopting AI practices.
• Engage with academia, industry partners and customers to stay at the forefront of AI-enabled engineering.
• Develop and communicate a specialist plan in dialogue with management and stakeholders.

Skills

Senior software engineer

AI expertise

LLMs knowledge

Tools

AI platforms

LLM tooling

Job description

Surveillance Specialist in AI assisted software engineering

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In a rapidly changing technical landscape with numerous opportunities, we need people who shows the way and gathers us as a team. Together we create value to keep people and society safe.

Your role

As a Technical Specialist in AI-Assisted Software Engineering, you will play an important role in shaping how AI transforms our software engineering practices, products, and business. In this role, you will drive the evolution of the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements engineering and architecture to implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance. You will act as a subject matter expert, bridging state-of-the-art AI technologies with the practical realities of developing complex, high-quality software systems.

As a technical specialist you will provide both strategic leadership and hands-on technical guidance, helping teams evaluate, adopt, and scale AI-assisted engineering practices. Working closely with developers, architects, engineering and product leaders, you will identify opportunities to improve productivity, code quality, knowledge sharing, and development effectiveness. You will also engage externally with industry peers, technology partners, and academic institutions to stay at the forefront of innovation and bring new insights and best practices into the organization.

You will be a part of the Saab Surveillance Design organization, which supplies world-leading platforms that support rapid development and integration of new capabilities and work with teams across the organization to meet our customers' evolving needs in the field of sensors.

The main purpose with the Specialist role is to act as a technical leader within the designated technical area. That means, to drive the development of the technical area, anticipating future trends and directions, understanding risks and opportunities and most important of all - drive and advocate for necessary change.

External and international relations are essential parts to gather insights, co-create and increase knowledge.This includes relations with academia, partners as well as customers.

While assigned to a specific line organization, Specialists work for the benefit of Saab as a whole. Appointments are made for a three-year term (2026-2028), with at least 20% of your time dedicated to specialist activities.

As part of the Specialist program, you will meet and interact with other specialists at Saab. Every year there is an inspirational Surveillance Specialist Day, and you will also have the opportunity to engage in mentorship programs and courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.

You will develop and maintain a written specialist plan, outlining your vision and strategy for your technical area, in dialogue with your manager and other stakeholders. You regularly communicate your plan and vision, to inspire, share insights and push boundaries.

Your profile

We are looking for a senior software engineering professional with a strong passion for artificial intelligence and a proven ability to drive change in complex technical environments. You combine deep software engineering expertise with a forward-looking understanding of how artificial intelligence can transform the way software is designed, developed, tested, and maintained. As a Technical Specialist, you bring a strong understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs), agentic AI systems, and the rapidly evolving AI tooling landscape. Beyond technical expertise, you have a pragmatic and results-oriented mindset. You can assess new technologies critically, identify practical applications, and translate technical innovations into measurable value for engineering teams and the business.

You are a curious and collaborative engineer who enjoys learning, sharing insights, and being inspired by others. You communicate in ways that create understanding and drive positive change, while developing both your own competence and that of those around you. You may already take the lead in some situations, or be ready to grow into it, and you enjoy supporting others in contributing and developing.

You take an interest in understanding the broader business context, including customers, competitors, products, priorities, and financial considerations. As a specialist, you will contribute your expertise and perspective to driving the transformation and competitiveness of our Surveillance capabilities.

This specialist assignment offers an opportunity to broaden your experience, add variation to your everyday work, and support your long-term career development. You build trust through open communication with teams, customers, and project stakeholders, contribute ideas, and take initiative to identify opportunities and work more efficiently helping both people and our organization move forward.

The position is allocated to the department Application Core at Surveillance Design, which has its main operations in Kallebäck and Lackarebäck, Gothenburg. Read more about us here

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 a 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.

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.