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Senior System Developer

Posted 20 January 2026
Salary Negotiable
LocationSweden
Job type Contract
Discipline Connected Car Systems
Reference94848_1768917512

Job description

Position Title: Senior System Developer

Duration: Contract

Location: Gothenburg, Sweden

I am currently looking for a SENIOR SYSTEM DEVELOPER to join our team based in Gothemberg, Sweden.

Description of the assignment:

  • Named in Technology & Innovation, our Client are a cross-functional team consisting of Designers (Interior light, Exterior light, HMI, Motion) and Software Engineers (Light/Sound algorithms, Unity/Android, Embedded/Driver, Front-end software etc).
  • We value inter-disciplinary focus, curiosity, self-drive, and continuous learning.
  • The Clients' stakeholders are automotive product owners and automotive engineers.
  • Together they push the boundaries of design & technology, bring innovative solutions into the automotive industry, and shape the new era of mobility experience.
  • Our Client is looking for a Senior System Developer to strengthen the team.
  • Communication, collaboration, open mindset and team spirit should be the cornerstones of everything you do, skills are next.
  • The core tasks for this role consists of rapid prototyping of image/video/audio processing tools and lighting function concepts, using a variety of software languages and tools.
  • This might be pure software like algorithm design, a tool with both front-end and back-end for efficient workflow, or a combination of software and hardware for demonstration.
  • So, proficiency in various languages, C++, Python, or Embedded-C is fundamental, plus good understanding of system design and software architecture.
  • Additionally, a good understanding of networking protocols like MQTT and WebSocket, bus protocols like CAN, SPI and I2C, would be beneficial for this role.
  • Because of the innovative nature of the Clients' team, the ideal teammate shall be able to dive quickly into a new language or tool, to get the job done.

Qualifications and skills required for the role:

  • 8+ years Programming experiences with diverse projects.
  • Minimum of 5 years as a C++ developer, preferably worked with algorithm development
  • Proficiency in Python (4+ years) etc scripting languages.
  • Proficiency in HW-close development, like driver software development.
  • Experiences in developing tools with both front-end and back-end.
  • Exhibited expertise in software architecture.

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Knowledge in colour space algorithm development.
  • Knowledge in audio processing and image processing algorithms.
  • Experience with opensource embedded hardware like Arduino, Teensy, Raspberry Pi.
  • Embedded-C.
  • Linux shell / Bash / PowerShell.
  • Vehicle protocols such as CAN-FD, CAN, Flexray, LIN.

Personal Attributes:

  • Good communication and collaboration skills.
  • A team player that always has the team's achievement in mind.
  • Curious, strong drive, and can quickly dive into new areas and contribute.
  • Analytical, structured, at the same time flexible, perform well under constrained time schedules and frequently revised circumstances.

Other:

  • The assignment will take place in the Clients' studio in Gothenburg and they have an 'office first' environment with some flexibility to WFH
  • Travel to China may be needed (approx. 2-3 trips per year).
  • Everyone in the team has a high level of responsibility and mandate and is expected to be able to work autonomously.
  • Fluent in English, spoken and written

Why work through Contechs

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