We are looking for a talented and driven Software Team Manager to lead our software team in developing advanced command and communication systems in a growing, exciting and impactful industry. If you’re passionate about working on interdisciplinary projects, thrive in a dynamic environment and want to be part of a team that’s shaping the future, this could be your next challenge.

This role is ideal for a leader with a strong technical background in both backend and frontend development who is excited about building and leading a team while collaborating with international development teams. Are you ready to make an impact? Apply today!

About the Role

As Software Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in building and managing a team of skilled developers to deliver cutting-edge software solutions. You will oversee the full development lifecycle, from design to deployment, and ensure seamless integration of our solutions into customer environments. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on development, making it a unique and exciting challenge.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the software team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Oversee development tasks and ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Develop applications and interfaces using Java and React.
• Design, build, and deploy web services and microservices.
• Utilize Docker for containerization and manage database integrations.
• Collaborate with international development teams to deliver scalable, world-class solutions.
• Engage in Agile development practices to drive continuous improvement.

To succeed in the role, you have:

• A bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering (an advanced degree is an advantage).
• 5+ years of experience in Java development.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with web frameworks (React preferred; Angular is a plus).
• Proven experience designing and implementing microservice architectures.
• Solid understanding of the full software development lifecycle, from design to deployment.
• Practical experience with Docker and containerization.
• Strong experience working with databases.

It is considered a merit but not a requirement if you have experience of leading teams in Agile environments, experience with .NET, C++, or Embedded Linux and are committed to writing clean, maintainable and efficient code.

As a person, you have:

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality results.
• A proactive and results-driven mindset.

Temporary domestic and international travel to development sites and/or customer locations may be required.

Application

Welcome with your application today, selection and interviews will take place continuously, so submit your application as soon as possible. If you have questions about the role, you are welcome to contact Gashaw Eshete at gashaw.eshete@elbitsystems.se.

As a security company, we are required to carry out a security check on our employees and we require that you hold Swedish citizenship.

Elbit Systems Sweden

Elbit Systems is a world-leading international technology company active in a variety of areas worldwide, primarily in defence and security. Elbit Systems develops and provides a broad portfolio of products and systems for all types of applications, whether it is in the air, on the ground, at sea or in the cyber area. Our systems are used all over the world and Sweden has been an important market for us for a couple of years now, both in terms of Swedish customers for our products and Swedish partners for deliveries to other countries.

In the digitalization of military communications and military command and control systems, Elbit Systems is a leading player and at the same time a pioneer and offers digitized complete solutions for all types of applications at the forefront of technology and has a product portfolio that covers everything from HF radio to satellite and IP/WAN networks for all types of data flows, regardless of whether it is voice, video or other data.