Software Engineering Manager

Are you ready to put in the next gear of moving IKEA and making us better together?

In Core Business Range, we are ready to put in the next gear of moving IKEA and making us better together. We have decided that we will focus, simplify and concentrate going forward by putting the product in the center - with a full focus on the core of our assignments.

Our business is about developing products, it's at the center of all that we do, our daily job. We are looking for you, who love working with the IKEA range, is passionate about Home furnishing and the business we're in and enthusiastic about solving real needs in people's homes. You will be important on our journey where we have decided to dare to be IKEA, optimize for relevance and have the best possible products at lowest possible price. Read more about us here:

Job Description

We are looking for Software Engineering Manager for Digital Engineering to Malmö. Join Us and Redefine the Future! It's a great opportunity for you who loves to lead, innovate, and inspire.

As a Software Engineering Manager, you'll have technical expertise and leadership skills to guide several teams towards shaping the future of our products or services. You'll foster growth in technology, skills, and people by leading and empowering teams of talented individuals chosen for their unique skills. You'll collaborate with suppliers and consultants to ensure efficient, timely, and cost-effective delivery of products or services.

• Develop and implement area strategic plans.
• Contribute to development and operations of digital products on daily basis.
• Accountable to lead the development of the right capabilities, principles, standards, and frameworks.
• Work together with Digital Product Leaders and Project Leaders to ensure the right competence is assigned and developed in the right context.

Qualifications

• At least Bachelor's degree within the areas of Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or related fields
• Preferred 3‐year experience in equal/comparable position.
• Solid knowledge in Software development within (e.g., data, Engineering and science, Solution Architecture, frontend, backend, embedded or middleware).
• Extensive knowledge of leading and developing people, with experience in leading other leaders.
• Stakeholder Management, balancing needs, resources and expectations to ensure that projects and strategies are more successful.
• End2end digital product development and good knowledge of digital technology, digital infrastructure, IT services and digital steering frameworks.
• Experience in agile frameworks and practices, together with a DevOps mindset.

Your drive, and strong motivation, pushes you towards achieving results. In our dynamic landscape, you have the flexibility of adapting to shifting scenarios and change strategies as needed. To succeed in this role, you need to be autonomous, possess a holistic perspective, and have the ability to let go of the details. You should trust in your own abilities, be capable of making decisions, and delegate when necessary.

Additional information

The position is a permanent role based in Malmö. We understand the importance of balance between work and personal life and are therefore able to offer you flexibility. The SW Engineering Managers presence with the team is considered crucial for the development of a successful team and business.

We are actively conducting ongoing interviews, so we encourage you to submit your application without hesitation.