Volvo Group Graduate Program 2027 - Product Architect
Volvo Business Services Aktiebolag · Göteborg · Tills vidare · Deadline 2026-11-22
Volvo Business Services Aktiebolag is hiring a **Product Architect** for its graduate program, offering a permanent position based in Gothenburg starting in August 2027. Working within the defense vehicle development department, the role focuses on remote-controlled and autonomous vehicle solutions for armed forces. Main responsibilities include translating customer needs into technical roadmaps, developing project plans and timelines, supporting funding efforts, and building predictive models or performing advanced data analysis to guide business decisions. The position involves collaborating across international defense units, communicating progress to senior management, and undertaking **travel and international short-term assignments**. Applicants must hold an **MSc degree** completed prior to the program's start but no more than three years prior, alongside a maximum of three years of relevant full-time work experience. Qualified degree subjects include mobility, vehicle, mechanical, or automotive engineering, or an alternative master's in computer science, data science, or artificial intelligence paired with automotive or mobility industry experience. Candidates require exposure to autonomous vehicle technology, analytical skills in data science or predictive modeling, and fluent written and verbal English; French proficiency is beneficial. Background checks and drug and alcohol testing may be conducted during recruitment.
Company description:Your future team
The global defence industry is now under rapid reshape and the Volvo Group is following the development with new remote controlled and autonomous products and vehicles. The Volvo Group has a large capability in vehicle configurations and technology in the autonomous segment. The Volvo Trucks Technology & Industrial (TTI) division and the Defence Vehicle Development department are leading this initiative. We encompass the value chain from customer requirements to engineering to a complete product through coordinating cross functional resources. We also plan to ensure that the Volvo Group is at the forefront of utilizing new technology for the armed forces.
Job description:How you’ll contribute
As Product Architect for Remote and Autonomous Vehicle development in the Defense segment, you will combine data-driven strategic thinking with hands-on project execution, turning business needs into scalable digital and operational improvements.
Responsibilities:
- Clarify and understand customer needs, define the roadmap, and translate requirements into technical solutions. Drive business intelligence, including AI-supported development, and build awareness of this tech area across Volvo Defence, Renault Defence, Mack Defense, TTI Defence Vehicle Development (Gothenburg and Lyon), and other relevant departments.
- Develop and manage project plans and timelines, and support in securing funding for the initiatives needed.
- Perform advanced data analysis and build predictive models to support business decisions.
- Communicate project progress, challenges, and results to stakeholders and senior management, while maintaining comprehensive project documentation, including requirements, design, and implementation details.
Who are you?
We are looking for someone with a strong transformation and collaborative mindset who is eager to learn, explore, and understand the business. You thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new challenges and ambiguity, and take ownership of your own development and growth. With strong analytical skills, you take initiative and drive tasks forward with determination while bringing fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the team. You enjoy building relationships and leveraging a global network to create impact while working collaboratively across teams and functions. In addition, you contribute to a culture of continuous learning by actively sharing knowledge, exchanging insights, and supporting the development of others.
You're comfortable gathering insights from multiple sources, such as engineering reports, field tests, customer test drives, and performance data. You can identify what matters, draw practical conclusions, and translate them into recommendations that support the roadmap while balancing input from colleagues.You are also interested in vehicle regulations, legal aspects and AI-driven work in these technical areas as these will be presented by authorities in parallel with the development work that we conduct.
Requirements:
- You have a MSc in the Mobility area, for example in Mobility Engineering, Vehicle Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
- Alternatively, you have a Masters in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence in combination with experience within the Automotive/Mobility industry
- You have strong digital and analytical exposure, and some skills in data analysis, data science, AI or predictive modelling, so that you understand how to utilize data and AI in a new product segment
- We want to see that you have some exposure to autonomous technology or autonomous vehicles, through university projects, thesis work, internships, or work experience.
- You have a genuine interest in defence applications, military vehicles, and mobility solutions for defence operations.
- You are fluent in English, both written and verbal. If you speak French, it is beneficial.
To qualify for the Graduate program, you:
- Have completed a master’s degree prior to the start of the program but not more than 3 years ago.
- Should not have more than three years' full-time relevant working experience in the field prior to starting, excluding part-time work during studies.
- Are willing to travel and participate in international short-term assignments
What’s in it for you?
Our Volvo Group Graduate Program starts in August 2027, and you will be offered a permanent position at TTI with placement in Sweden, Gothenburg. Read more about the Graduate Program here
- An opportunity to work with the latest technology.
- An exciting and global working environment with experienced colleagues.
- Possibility to gain international experience through a short-term assignment abroad.
- A competitive salary and permanent position from day one.
- Various workshops and seminars are designed to help you grow into your future career at Volvo Group.
- The possibility to shape your own career with endless career opportunities.
The application process
The journey begins! An email confirmation will be sent when you submit your application. After this, it is still possible to update your personal profile by logging into your account. The hiring team will review your application together with the hiring manager. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with information about the following steps.
Last day to apply: 22nd of November 2026
_As part of the recruitment process, a background check as well as alcohol and drug testing may be conducted. You will be informed if applicable._We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.