Software Architect
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Job Summary
Software the fuel for mobility
We bring bold digital visions to life. So were on the lookout for more curious and creative engineers who want to create change one line of high-quality code at a time. Our transformation isnt for everyone but if youre excited about solving the leading-edge technological challenges facing the auto industry then lets talk about your next move.
Lets introduce ourselves
We are revolutionizing the automotive industry with the fastest Software Factory!
Volvo Cars Engineering is building a unified Software Factory to support development of software-defined vehicles at scale.
The Software Factory provides the core developer platform used across Engineering: build systems CI/CD infrastructure artifact management configuration management and developer tooling. These systems are responsible for turning source code into reproducible signed and deployable software for the vehicle.
Our mission is to enable alwaysreleasable highquality software for the car and to give development teams the confidence to build innovate and deliver with excellence.
We are a department within Software Engineering. Our department Software Factory and Enablers (SWF&E) lead the shift towards seamless software- and data flows through a unified software factory across Engineering.We are looking for a Lead Architect to take architectural responsibility for this platform and its evolution.
What youll do
As Lead Architect you are responsible for the end-to-end architecture of the Software Factory from source code to signed artifacts. You work across teams to ensure the platform remains reliable scalable secure and maintainable as engineering needs grow. You help teams make sound architectural decisions and resolve complex technical problems in the build and delivery ecosystem.
The role sits within the Software Factory leadership team and works closely with architects technical leads and infrastructure and security teams across Engineering. This role is both strategic and hands-on: you will define the vision guide technical decisions remove blockers and elevate architectural maturity across teams.
In this role you will be responsible to own the architecture of the Software Factory platform define and uphold architectural principles that guide platform evolution maintain the SWF architecture roadmap architectural enablers and longterm architectural runway. You will also guide the evolution of the build test and delivery infrastructure and ensure the software flow supports reproducible builds traceability and secure artifact delivery.
You will lead architectural discussions and decision processes across teams. Work with security teams to ensure a secure software supply chain. Lead Architecture Decision Records (ADRs) RFC processes and architectural forums to ensure alignment and transparency. Ensure architectural artifacts (diagrams docs models) are updated discoverable and widely understood. Establish guardrails standards and best practices for CI/CD design artifact governance developer tooling and code review processes. Ensure architectural integrity around scalability security availability traceability and separation of concerns. Help diagnose and resolve complex failures in build and delivery systems. Mentor engineers and architects and contribute to the long-term health of the platform.
What youll bring
You have experience with large-scale software platforms and developer infrastructure including areas such as:
CI/CD systems and build infrastructure
Distributed development environments
Secure software delivery and supply chain practices
Developer platforms used by many teams
Strong background in software development
Experience with tools such as Bazel Zuul Gerrit Artifactory and Git-based workflows is valuable but not required.
What we value
Systems thinking and architectural clarity
Practical technical leadership
Clear and direct communication
Builds strong networks across domains.
A supportive team player contributing to an inclusive high performing culture.
Ownership of complex technical systems
A focus on long-term maintainability and developer productivity
Volvo Cars. For Life.
For nearly a century Volvo Cars has empowered people to move freely in a personal sustainable and safe way. Today we are driving bold advancements in electrification sustainability and automotive safety. To realise our ambitious vision we are seeking innovative minds who are ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow today.
At Volvo Cars we believe extraordinary things are achieved by ordinary people with a passion for making a difference. If youre inspired by the opportunity to help redefine the future of mobility we invite you to be part of our journey.
Ready to take the next step
Submit your CV in English and tell us why youre the ideal candidate for a role at Volvo Cars. Applications must be received no later than 29 May 2026. You will receive a confirmation email after your submission.
For questions regarding the recruitment process please contact For specific questions about the position please reach out to
As part of the recruitment process the final candidates will undergo a background check.
We welcome your application!
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About Company
Volvo Car USA is a subsidiary of Volvo Car Group of Gothenburg, Sweden and is headquartered in Rockleigh, NJ, with regional sales offices located in Rockleigh, Summerville, SC, and Irvine, CA. In addition, Volvo Car US Operations, the home of our new US factory, is located in South Ca ... View more
