Senior Lighting Designer - Gothenburg

About Justera Group
Justera Group AB is a leading Swedish IT consulting firm with great experience specializing in building high-performing technology teams and delivering end-to-end IT solutions. Led by dynamic female executives, Justera Group focuses on helping businesses harness the power of digital technologies to continuously evolve in today’s rapidly changing economy. The company has deep expertise in IT consultancy, software development, and recruitment services, providing clients with purpose-driven, well-trained consultants who consistently deliver efficient and effective results. Justera Group manages the entire talent lifecycle, from hiring to ongoing management, ensuring the right fit for each project on time and within budget. With their strong commitment to quality, collaboration, and client success, Justera Group is a trusted partner for technology innovation across Sweden.

About the Role:

We are a leading European R&D center specializing in premium electric mobility technologies and solutions. Our work supports the development of innovative electric vehicles for a portfolio of world-renowned automotive brands, driving the future of sustainable mobility. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Light Designer to join our Design Studio in Gothenburg. You will play a key role in defining the lighting experience for our vehicles covering both interior and exterior lighting by designing, simulating, and prototyping advanced lighting concepts that blend brand identity, safety, and emotional impact. As part of the Technology & Innovation department, you will collaborate closely with teams in Exterior/Interior Design, CMF, UX, and Engineering to deliver innovative lighting solutions that meet regulatory and performance requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop advanced lighting concepts for both interior and exterior vehicle systems, including ambient, functional, and communication lighting.


• Integrate lighting solutions seamlessly into vehicle design, considering surfaces, gaps, joints, and materials, while balancing aesthetic appeal and technical constraints.


• Translate brand identity into distinctive lighting signatures and dynamic effects such as welcome/farewell sequences, charging indicators, interior lighting themes, and ADAS-linked signals.


• Use visualization, simulation, and VR tools to validate lighting effects, integration, and manufacturability.


• Collaborate closely with teams in Design, CMF, UX, and Engineering to ensure lighting solutions meet regulatory, safety, and performance standards.


• Lead presentations and prototype demonstrations to effectively communicate lighting concepts and design intent to internal stakeholders and external suppliers

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Industrial/Product/Transportation Design, Interaction/Lighting Design, or a related discipline.


• At least 5 years of professional experience in automotive lighting design or related fields (consumer electronics, architecture), supported by a strong portfolio.


• Proficiency with lighting design and visualization software such as Blender and Adobe Creative Suite.


• Proven ability to transform conceptual lighting ideas into feasible, manufacturable solutions in collaboration with suppliers and engineering teams.


• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal, with excellent storytelling and presentation abilities.


• Hands-on prototyping experience and basic knowledge of electrical/electronic principles are a plus.


• Familiarity with automotive lighting regulations and compliance standards is advantageous.

Preferred Qualifications (Good to Have)

• Experience with advanced interactive lighting technologies, including OLED panels, AR overlays, and projection/DLP systems.


• Knowledge of optics, light guides, materials, and human factors related to vehicle interiors.


• Previous collaboration with automotive design studios and Tier-1 suppliers.


• Understanding of material-light interaction in interiors, including glare control and luminance planning.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and innovative workplace driving advancements in cutting-edge robotic technologies


• The opportunity to collaborate with talented cross-functional teams on meaningful and impactful projects


• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package


• A supportive culture that fosters continuous learning, growth, and professional development


• Flexible hybrid working model for an optimal work-life balance


• 25 days of annual leave to recharge and relax


• An annual wellness allowance of 3,500 SEK to support your health and wellbeing