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Saab Global
Installation in HQ

Software Architect

Göteborg,
Sweden
Closing date: 10 January 2026

Are you interested in working with Airborne Early Warning relating to the Saab products in Mission System and C2? You will have the opportunity to develop the future within this capability domain.


We are seeking a skilled Software Architect to join our team, focusing on System of Systems (SoS) integration. If you are passionate about technical leadership and you thrive in a multifaceted and challenging environment with products in the absolute
forefront, we want to hear from you.


Your Role

In this role, you will be responsible for defining the overall structure, components, and relationships within complex software systems, ensuring they meet key qualities such as scalability, security, and maintainability. Your tasks will include defining the overall structure, components, and relationships within a software system, as well as defining software requirements that allows disparate systems to communicate and work together, forming a larger, integrated capability. You will serve as the conceptual framework that binds independent systems, enabling them to achieve goals beyond their individual capabilities.


As a technical counterpart to product owners, you will translate functional and non-functional requirements into a technical vision. You will need to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Additionally, you will oversee the actual development to ensure it
aligns with the architectural vision and quality criteria, providing technical guidance and support to development teams. Your work will involve diverse components, including software applications and hardware. You will design integrated solutions that enable independent systems to work together seamlessly, ensuring that the system meets key qualities like scalability, security, and maintainability by making fundamental design decisions.

Your Profile

We're seeking a motivated, committed, and responsible individual who enjoy working in teams. You should have a proven experience as a Software Architect, with a strong background in System of Systems integration.


We also like you to have:

  • Deep understanding of software architecture principles and patterns.

  • Experience with Open architecture frameworks and relevant standards.

  • Experience with a variety of technologies and programming languages.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts into understandable terms.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

  • Relevant degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

This position requires that you pass a security vetting based on the current regulations around/of security protection. For positions requiring security clearance additional obligations on citizenship may apply.

What you will be part of

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,100 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about usĀ here