Back-End Developer

Software: fuel for mobility

We bring bold digital visions to life. So we're 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 isn't for everyone, but if you're excited about solving the leading-edge technological challenges facing the auto industry, then let's talk about your next move. 

At Volvo Cars, curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning define our culture. Join our mission to create sustainable transportation solutions that protect what matters most – people, communities, and the planet.

As a Back-End Developer, you will drive digital innovation, leading critical technology initiatives with global teams. You'll design and implement solutions impacting millions worldwide, supporting Volvo's vision for autonomous, electric, and connected vehicles.

Technical Leadership & Development

• Lead development and implementation using Data Integration, ETL/ELT, Performance Optimization, PowerBI, SQL / SQL Script, Snowflake, Snowflake Architecture, Stored Procedure, User-Defined Functions.

• Design, build, and maintain scalable solutions supporting global operations.

• Collaborate closely with USA stakeholders across product management and engineering.

• Promote technical excellence through code reviews, architecture decisions, and best practices.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner internationally using Microsoft Teams, Slack, SharePoint, and Azure DevOps.

• Participate in Agile processes and sprint planning.

• Share knowledge and maintain technical documentation across regions.

• Support 24/7 operations through on-call rotations and incident management.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Research emerging technologies to enhance platform capabilities.

• Contribute to roadmap planning and architecture decisions.

• Mentor junior team members and encourage knowledge sharing.

Professional Experience

• 4 to 8 years hands-on experience in software development, system administration, or related fields.

• Deep expertise in Data Integration, ETL/ELT, Performance Optimization, PowerBI, SQL / SQL Script, Snowflake, Snowflake Architecture, Stored Procedure, User-Defined Functions with proven implementation success.

• Experience collaborating with global teams across time zones.

• Preferred industry knowledge in automotive, manufacturing, or enterprise software.

Technical Proficiency

• Advanced skills in core technologies: Data Integration, ETL/ELT, Performance Optimization, PowerBI, SQL / SQL Script, Snowflake, Snowflake Architecture, Stored Procedure, User-Defined Functions.

• Strong grasp of cloud platforms, DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines.

• Experience with enterprise integration and microservices architecture.

• Skilled in database design and optimization with SQL and NoSQL.

Essential Soft Skills

• Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Documentation Best Practices, Executive Reporting.

• Excellent communication, able to explain complex technical topics.

• Adaptable in multicultural, globally distributed teams.

• Strong problem-solving abilities.

Additional Qualifications

• Business-level English fluency.

• Flexibility to collaborate across USA time zones.

Volvo Cars – driving change together

Volvo Cars' success is the result of a collaborative, diverse and inclusive working environment. Today, we're one of the most well-known and respected car brands, with around 43,000 employees across the globe. At Volvo Cars, your career is designed around your skills and aspirations, so you can reach your fullest potential.

And it's so exciting – we're well on our way on our journey towards full electrification. We have five fully electric cars already on the market, and five more on the way. Our fully-electric and plug-in hybrid cars combined make up almost 50 per cent of our sales. So come and join us in shaping the future of mobility. There's never been a more rewarding time to play your part in our inspiring and creative teams