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Senior Software Developer and Team Lead, Marine & Ports

ABB is hiring a Senior Software Developer and Team Lead, Marine & Ports. Level rates it ; you can apply on ABB.

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  • Level rates this software engineer role Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
  • The posting mentions Java, C and Linux among its tools and skills.
  • Level classes it as a senior role.
  • ABB has 2,100+ other open roles on Level.

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Senior Software Developer and Team Lead needed at ABB to design and implement innovative software solutions for marine and port crane automation.

javaclinuxazure-devopsangularreact
software-developmentcrane-automationtechnical-leadershipagile

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

R&D Team Lead

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Your role and responsibilities

Join Our Team in Västerås as a Senior Software Developer and Team lead for Marine and Ports Innovation!

Are you ready to revolutionize the world of container crane automation? At ABB, we are at the forefront of transforming how shipping companies handle containers, providing reliable, swift, and cost-efficient solutions. As a key player in the industry, our Ports division specializes in cutting-edge automation and information systems for motion control across various container cranes, making us the global leader in crane systems.


As a Senior Software Developer , you will play a crucial role in our dynamic R&D teams, actively shaping the entire product development life cycle – from concept to delivery. Your primary focus will be on designing and implementing innovative software solutions to enhance crane automation.


Your responsibilities


As a Senior Developer, you’ll be part of a passionate R&D team driving innovation from concept to delivery. You’ll design and implement advanced software solutions that power the next generation of crane automation.


  • Plan and organize the daily work for a development team.
  • Development: Drive software design and implementation from concept to delivery
  • Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with stakeholders to build aligned, high-impact solutions
  • Full Lifecycle Ownership: Engage in requirements, coding, testing, and continuous improvement
  • Champion Our Values: Promote safety, integrity, and a supportive team culture


Your Background

  • Degree in Computer Science (BSc/MSc) or equivalent, with 5+ years of software development experience
  • Strong skills in Java, C#, C++, Linux, Azure DevOps, Containers, Angular & React
  • Bonus: Experience in crane automation or technical leadership
  • As a person you are driven with an outward personality with strong customer focus and team cooperation
  • Fluent in Swedish and English, with a proactive mindset, customer focus, and eagerness to learn


What’s in it for you?

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day. 

We invest in our people with benefits that go beyond the basics because your future matters.


More about us

Join a company that is actively shaping the future of global port automation. As a Senior Software Developer , you'll be at the forefront of innovation, working from our vibrant office in Västerås. If you are passionate about cutting-edge technology, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready to make a significant impact in the world of crane automation, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team.


Recruiting Manager Anders Jonsson, +46724644745, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Blomqvist, +46 768 06 00 11; Ledarna: Leif Öhrberg, +46 724 64 40 16; Unionen: Krista Andersson, +46 706 44 02 85. Talent Partner: Anna Nordlund


We look forward to reading your application in PDF format. Last day to apply is November, 1st 2026.


Please note that to be eligible for employment at ABB Sweden, you will need to pass our pre-employment screening steps. This includes a reference check, a drug test, and could also include an extended background check.  

We kindly decline direct contact with staffing and recruitment agencies as well as sellers of additional job advertisements. 


Join us. Be part of the team where progress happens, industries transform, and your work shapes the world. Run What Runs the World.

Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.

How we rate this

Senior Software Developer and Team Lead, Marine & Ports at ABB rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

  1. ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
  2. ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
  3. ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
  4. ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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  2. Tell me about a project where crane automation was part of your work. What did you do?
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  4. Tell me about a project where agile was part of your work. What did you do?
  5. Walk me through how you've used Java in your day-to-day work.

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