Scania's R&D department is transforming to become part of TRATON Group R&D. TRATON is a group of strong brands with a shared mission: transforming transportation together to create the future of sustainable transport solutions. Within TRATON, we include MAN, Scania, Volkswagen Truck & Bus, and International. As part of a global team of industry experts, you get to think bigger, experience more, and reach further. Together, we have the power to transform transportation.
 
Our values – customer first, respect, team spirit, responsibility, and elimination of waste – are at the heart of everything we do.

Role Summary 

As a Unit Manager within the development of TRATON’s modular high-performance software platform for central control units (ECUs), you will play a key role in enabling fast, high-quality application development for trucks and buses. You will contribute strategically by shaping the technological direction and product roadmap, ensuring alignment with customer needs. Your main focus will be on optimizing processes, methods, and tools to support the realization of the Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) vision. 

Job Responsibilities 

Your main tasks will be: 

•    Supporting the process to design, build and optimize section capacities and capabilities
•    Supporting the VCT-triad and the Section Head in shaping the technological strategy and the product roadmap in line with our customers' needs.
•    Safeguarding ways of working and principles on a unit level (based on global guidelines) and manage escalations within the unit as needed
•    Supporting Global Section Head to plan resources and capacity within scope
•    Taking responsibility for personnel management within local units including recruiting, hiring, sourcing, staffing, developing and replacing personnel
•    Recruiting and hosting Scrum Masters for the flow landscape

Who You Are 

We are looking for a forward-thinking leader with an innovative mindset and a strong ability to drive and inspire teams through change. You combine creativity with strategic focus, and lead with confidence in dynamic and evolving environments.

You hold a relevant university degree and bring a solid background in Electrical Engineering, complemented by proven leadership experience- ideally within Information Technology or the automotive industry. Experience in Purchasing, Production, or Project Management is considered an asset. Most importantly, you are passionate about working with people, with a natural talent for fostering team spirit and empowering developers to reach their full potential.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds – your unique experience and perspectives is valuable to us.

This Is Us 

We develop, integrate, and deliver a high-performance modular software platform for the central control units (ECUs) in the TRATON Modular System for trucks and buses. By decoupling hardware from software, we empower application developers to work faster and with higher quality. Our platform meets the highest safety and security standards and serves as a unified TRATON solution. We also provide efficient, standardized processes, methods, and tools to accelerate the journey toward the Software Defined Vehicle (SDV).

Within TRATON Group R&D, you are an important part of something bigger. Joining us means gaining access to the ins and outs of the entire transportation industry. As part of a global team of industry experts, you get to think bigger, experience more, and reach further. Being bigger also means being stronger. Together with our brands, we have the collective power to transform transportation.

We Offer 

We offer a dynamic, flexible workplace with hybrid work options, including Scania Sergel and Midway hubs. With a structured development plan and courses, TRATON Group R&D supports your career growth both locally and internationally. 

Benefits include wellness allowance, TRATON result bonus, flexible hours, and company car leasing. We also hosts events for employees and their families, and Stockholm residents enjoy direct access to Södertälje via Scania Job express buses.

Application 

Your application should include a CV and any relevant certificates. We welcome all applicants and strive for diversity in our recruitment processes.

Apply as soon as possible, no later than 2025-05-04. Screening will take place on an ongoing basis during the application period. Logical and personality tests may be used as part of the selection process, and a background check may be required for this role.

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact: 
Christian Winkler, Functional Manager, christian.winkler.b@man.eu or Stephan Zenter, Senior Manager, stephan.zentner@scania.com

We look forward to your application!