Senior Technical Project Manager - Software development
Skill Kompetenspartner AB · Trollhättan · Tills vidare · Deadline 2026-11-02
Autocom, in collaboration with Skill, is recruiting a **Senior Technical Project Manager - Software development** to strengthen project management maturity across the organization. The position is responsible for leading complex software development projects from initiation through delivery, driving accountability, creating structure, and managing risks and technical dependencies. Acting as a bridge between engineering teams, business stakeholders, customers, and management, the role coordinates multidisciplinary technical teams and fosters effective cross-functional collaboration while advancing **project governance and continuous improvement**. Candidates must possess proven experience managing complex software development projects throughout their full lifecycle, alongside solid expertise in project planning, risk management, and project reporting. Practical experience leading multidisciplinary teams across engineering disciplines and business functions is essential, as is a deep understanding of software development lifecycles and modern engineering practices. Background in the automotive industry, **embedded software development**, cloud-based solutions, connectivity, or distributed architectures is considered meritorious, along with certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or Scrum.
Autocom is a high-tech company that develops advanced diagnostic equipment for vehicles. Our end customers include vehicle repair shops and inspection companies. Our Autocom products are available in most European countries, and we work with several major companies worldwide in the automotive aftermarket. Our economic growth is stable, which allows us to continue to hire new employees, and we currently have around 120 employees. Autocom is part of the Würth Group, which has over 90,000 employees globally. More information about AUTOCOM can be found at www.autocom.se
As Senior Technical Project Manager, you will have a significant impact on how projects are delivered across the organization and play an important role in strengthening project management maturity within Autocom. You will lead complex software development projects from initiation through delivery, creating structure, driving accountability, managing risks and ensuring successful project execution. Acting as the bridge between engineering, business stakeholders, customers and management, you will help teams deliver value while enabling effective collaboration across the organization.
We belive you bring 🔹 Proven experience leading complex software development projects from initiation through delivery. 🔹 Experience managing multiple stakeholders, technical dependencies and delivery constraints in complex development environments. 🔹 Proven experience in project planning, delivery management, risk management and project reporting. 🔹 Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams across engineering disciplines and business functions. 🔹 Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and modern engineering practices. 🔹 Experience driving project governance, continuous improvement initiatives or PMO-related activities.
Meritorious
🔹 Experience from the automotive industry. 🔹 Experience working with embedded software development. 🔹 Experience working with cloud-based solutions, connectivity or distributed architectures. 🔹 Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile or Scrum.
As a person, you are proactive, structured and results-oriented. You take ownership of project outcomes, create momentum and act before challenges escalate. You have strong problem-solving skills and an ability to navigate complex environments with multiple dependencies and competing priorities. Just as importantly, you excel at bridging business and technology, building trust across teams and creating alignment among diverse stakeholders.
In this recruitment process, Autocom is collaborating with Skill. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, and the position may be filled before the application deadline. If you have any questions about the role or the recruitment process, please contact the responsible recruiter, Elisa Herrmann, elisa.herrmann@skill.se eller 0795859722