Senior Software Architect

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We don’t just build technology. We build hope.

Here at Elekta, you will make a difference. We design and build technology used to treat cancer patients worldwide. Join us to build technology that brings hope for everyone dealing with cancer. To further invest in the innovation of tomorrow’s radiotherapy solutions, we are now recruiting a Senior Software Architect to our Imaging group. The position is located at Elekta’s head office in Stockholm, Sweden and you will report to Karin Ask who is a Manager Imaging NGL at Elekta.

What you’ll do at Elekta

As a Senior Software Architect your responsibilities will be (but not limited to) :

In this Software Architect position, you will be developing the new X-ray based imaging solution in our future radiation therapy products together with a skilled team, focusing on image acquisition. You will be designing and writing software that integrates the X-ray imaging hardware components into the system and provides the required functionality for image acquisition, safety, calibration, and diagnostics.

Your Main Responsibilities will be to:

• Define and document software architecture, together with the team
• Implement software, including unit and integration tests
• Document software detailed design
• Review requirements and test specifications

You understand that software development is more than just writing code, and you will take part in the whole development cycle from requirements, design, implementation, testing, and documentation. Since we work with future radiation therapy products, there is currently no work with maintenance or obsolescence of our existing products.

You will be part of an international and cross functional program working according to Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). Your team works with integrated hardware and software solutions, and they love things that blink and go “blip”. We think you do too!

What you bring

To be a suitable candidate for this position we think you have a master's degree in engineering, specializing in computer science, electronics, physics or similar. You probably have around 10 years of working experience. It is meriting if you have prior experience of working in a regulated industry, preferably in the medical sector. You are proficient in English, both written and spoken.

You are someone who will thrive in a team that works with:

• New development with modern C/C++
• Python for test automation
• Linux, Windows, and embedded microcontroller environments

You are a true team-player, have the ability to deliver through others and enjoy coaching and mentoring more junior colleagues.

Why should you join Elekta?

In this role, you will work for a higher purpose; hope for everyone dealing with cancer, and for everyone regardless of where in the world, to have access to the best cancer care. You will be part of our international innovative team and given the opportunity to learn and develop.

• 30 paid vacation days/year, additional 4 Elekta days off /year (plus bank holidays)
• Attractive defined contribution pension scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Lunch Benefit
• Contribution to wellness activities
• Hybrid work option (you are required to work on location at least 3 days/week)

Hiring process

We are looking forward to hearing from you! Apply by submitting your application and resumé in English, via the “Apply” button. Please note that we do not accept applications by e-mail. Last day for applying is January 31st, 2025.

Your Elekta contact

For questions, please contact the Global Talent Acquisition Partner Nidhi Sarkar at [email protected]

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