Volvo Group Graduate Program 2027 - Product Architect

Volvo Group; Göteborgs kommun; Sur place; SEK 520 000 - 680 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Volvo Group in Gothenburg, Sweden invites applications for its Graduate Program. As Product Architect for Remote and Autonomous Vehicle development in the Defense segment, you will combine data-driven strategic thinking with hands-on project execution to translate business needs into scalable digital and operational improvements.

The 15-month program blends home department work with dedicated program activities, offering international rotations, training in operations, engineering and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mobility, Vehicle, Mechanical, Automotive Engineering or related field.
• Also MSc in Computer Science/ Data Science/ AI with automotive experience.
• Strong digital and analytical exposure with data analysis, AI or predictive modelling.
• Interest in defence applications and mobility solutions for defence operations.
• Fluency in English; French is beneficial.

Responsabilités

• Translate customer needs into technical solutions and define the roadmap; drive business intelligence and AI-supported development.
• Develop and manage project plans and timelines; support securing funding for initiatives.
• Perform advanced data analysis and build predictive models to inform business decisions.
• Communicate progress and results to stakeholders and senior management, with thorough documentation.

Connaissances

Data analysis

AI

English fluency

Autonomous tech exposure

Formation

MSc in Mobility area

Masters in CS/DS/AI with automotive experience

Description du poste

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Location: Göteborg, SE, 541 87

Position Type: Graduate

Permanent/Temporary: Permanent

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.

This is the Volvo Group Graduate Program

A new era of manufacturing and R&D is here. Are you passionate about technology, eager to solve real business challenges, ready to drive innovation, and join our transformation journey? Then this Graduate program is for you!

As part of the Graduate Program at Volvo Group, you will tackle real challenges from day one and contribute to the development of next-generation production solutions.

The 15-month Graduate Program combines 50% time in your home department with 50% dedicated program activities, giving you broad exposure across Volvo Group. Through local and international rotations, short-term assignments, and targeted training in areas such as operations, engineering, and purchasing, you will build a strong understanding of our business, brands and strategy. The program also includes direct customer exposure and encourages collaboration, knowledge-sharing and an end-to-end mindset, enabling you to contribute to transformation across the organization from day one.

Your future team

The global defence industry is now under rapid reshape and the Volvo Group is following the development with new remote controlled and autonomous products and vehicles. The Volvo Group has a large capability in vehicle configurations and technology in the autonomous segment.

The Volvo Trucks Technology & Industrial (TTI) division and the Defence Vehicle Development department are leading this initiative. We encompass the value chain from customer requirements to engineering to a complete product through coordinating cross functional resources. We also plan to ensure that the Volvo Group is at the forefront of utilizing new technology for the armed forces.

This role contributes to establishing this tech area in the Volvo Group while building sustainable competence and knowledge.

How you’ll contribute

As Product Architect for Remote and Autonomous Vehicle development in the Defense segment, you will combine data-driven strategic thinking with hands-on project execution, turning business needs into scalable digital and operational improvements.

Key responsibilities:

• Business Needs Translation: Clarify and understand customer needs, define the roadmap, and translate requirements into technical solutions. Drive business intelligence, including AI-supported development, and build awareness of this tech area across Volvo Defence, Renault Defence, Mack Defense, TTI Defence Vehicle Development (Gothenburg and Lyon), and other relevant departments.
• Project Planning and Execution: Develop and manage project plans and timelines, and support in securing funding for the initiatives needed.
• Data Analysis and Modeling: Perform advanced data analysis and build predictive models to support business decisions.
• Stakeholder Management and Documentation: Communicate project progress, challenges, and results to stakeholders and senior management, while maintaining comprehensive project documentation, including requirements, design, and implementation details.

Who are you?

We are looking for someone with a strong transformation and collaborative mindset who is eager to learn, explore, and understand the business. You thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new challenges and ambiguity, and take ownership of your own development and growth. With strong analytical skills, you take initiative and drive tasks forward with determination while bringing fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the team.

You enjoy building relationships and leveraging a global network to create impact while working collaboratively across teams and functions. In addition, you contribute to a culture of continuous learning by actively sharing knowledge, exchanging insights, and supporting the development of others.

You're comfortable gathering insights from multiple sources, such as engineering reports, field tests, customer test drives, and performance data. You can identify what matters, draw practical conclusions, and translate them into recommendations that support the roadmap while balancing input from colleagues.

You are also interested in vehicle regulations, legal aspects and AI-driven work in these technical areas as these will be presented by authorities in parallel with the development work that we conduct.

You meet the following requirements:

• You have a MSc in the Mobility area, for example in Mobility Engineering, Vehicle Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
  • Alternatively, you have a Masters in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence in combination with experience within the Automotive/Mobility industry
• You have strong digital and analytical exposure, and some skills in data analysis, data science, AI or predictive modelling, so that you understand how to utilize data and AI in a new product segment
• We want to see that you have some exposure to autonomous technology or autonomous vehicles, through university projects, thesis work, internships, or work experience.
• You have a genuine interest in defence applications, military vehicles, and mobility solutions for defence operations.
• You are fluent in English, both written and verbal. If you speak French, it is beneficial.
• Experience within project planning and delivery
• Business requirements analysis and solution design
• Industrial, logistics, or supply-chain understanding is beneficial, since we hope that you can bring fresh new perspectives

To qualify for the Graduate program, you:

• Have completed a master's degree prior to the start of theprogram but not more than 3 years ago.
• Should not have more than three years' full-time relevant working experience in the field prior to starting, excluding part-time work during studies.
• Are willing to travel and participate in international short-term assignments

What’s in it for you?

Our Volvo Group Graduate Program starts in August 2027, and you will be offered a permanent position at TTI with placement in Sweden, Gothenburg. These are some of the benefits of joining our program:

• An opportunity to work with the latest technology.
• An exciting and global working environment with experienced colleagues.
• Possibility to gain international experience through a short-term assignment abroad.
• A competitive salary and permanent position from day one.
• Various workshops and seminars are designed to help you grow into your future career at Volvo Group.
• The possibility to shape your own career with endless career opportunities.

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.

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.

Trucks Technology & Industrial Division hire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need.

Join us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. Bring your curiosity, your expertise, and your collaborative energy, and together, we’ll turn bold ideas into tangible solutions for our customers and contribute to a more sustainable tomorrow.

Job Category: Product & Technology Planning

Organization: Trucks Technology & Industrial

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead,we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.