Senior Software Architect

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We don’t just build technology. We build hope for everybody dealing with cancer.

What you’ll do at Elekta

As a Senior Software Architect, you will drive the software architecture for the Real Time Control System and associated software systems of our Linear Accelerator products, collaborating closely with Systems Engineers and guiding development teams across various subsystems. This role involves actively participating in all stages of the software engineering lifecycle—requirements, design, implementation, and testing—while maintaining strict adherence to Elekta’s quality standards. By evaluating new technologies and methodologies, you will ensure our solutions remain innovative, effective, and aligned with clinical evolution in the field.

Some of your key responsibilities include:

• Collaboration & Alignment
  Work with Systems Engineers to establish an efficient software architecture that meets subsystem needs
  Provide hands-on guidance and support to development teams, ensuring architectural integrity

• Engineering Activities
  Participate in requirements specification, design, implementation, testing, and documentation
  Evaluate technologies and methodologies to continuously improve our solutions

• Quality & Standards
  Understand and adhere to Elekta’s quality system, suggesting improvements to enhance its effectiveness
  Follow the latest technical and clinical trends to keep our products at the forefront of the industry

The right stuff

You are a visionary leader who sees the bigger picture but can also dive into the details to guide teams towards successful outcomes. You thrive in a collaborative environment, communicating complex technical concepts in a clear, concise manner. You enjoy working in a safety-critical industry where precision, reliability, and ethics are paramount.

• A can-do attitude with a strong delivery mindset

• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, including public speaking

• Ability to build and maintain successful and effective working relationships

• Ability to lead and influence people without holding a formal leadership position

• An ethical approach rooted in sound judgment and strong values

What you bring

You have a proven track record in architecting complex software systems and leading cross-functional teams to bring products to life. You understand the nuances of safety-critical industries—ideally medical—and excel in applying system engineering practices in agile environments.

• A university degree in Computer Science, Engineering Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a relevant field

• Profound experience in Software Architecture and thorough Software Engineering expertise within product development

• Familiarity with safety-critical industry standards, preferably medical

• System engineering practices and agile methodologies experience

• Proven ability to lead complex products or systems in a technical leadership position

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with willingness to travel internationally

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement—your unique skills and experiences might be exactly what we’re looking for!

What you’ll get

In this role, you will work for a higher purpose: hope for everyone dealing with cancer, and for everyone—regardless of where they are in the world—to have access to the best cancer care. You will collaborate with a global team on cutting-edge solutions that will shape the future of precision radiation therapy. Elekta also provides a range of opportunities and benefits designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being.

Hiring process

We look forward to hearing from you! Apply by submitting your application and résumé in English via the “Apply” button. Please note that we do not accept applications via e-mail.

Your Elekta contact

For any questions or further information about this position, please contact our Global Talent Acquisition Partner responsible Gustaf Ericson at [email protected]. We do not accept applications via e-mail.

About Elekta

As a leader in precision radiation therapy, Elekta is committed to ensuring every patient has access to the best cancer care possible. Elekta is a proud innovator and supplier of equipment and software used to improve, prolong, and save the lives of people with cancer and brain disorders.

More than 6,000 hospitals worldwide rely on Elekta technology. We openly collaborate with customers to advance sustainable, outcome-driven, and cost-efficient solutions to meet evolving patient needs, improve lives, and bring hope to everyone dealing with cancer. To us, it’s personal, and our global team of 4,700 employees combines passion, science, and imagination to profoundly change cancer care. We don’t just build technology, we build hope.

Elekta is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with a presence in more than 120 countries and listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. For more information, visit elekta.com or follow @Elekta on Twitter and on LinkedIn.