Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.
As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.
About the Role
We are looking for an IoT Backend Developer to join our team, which develops and maintains IoT and automation solutions that connect Alfa Laval products to the cloud. Our mission is to enable remote support, data visualization, and performance analytics, improving efficiency, compliance, and sustainable solutions for our customers.
You will primarily collaborate with the team to develop and maintain software for our gateways, ensuring performance, user friendliness, stability, and cybersecurity.
You’ll be part of an agile team (approx. 10 members) working closely with other IoT teams across Sweden, Denmark, and India. The team includes a product owner, tech lead, developers, designer, and tester.
Your work will be implemented, deployed, and used in real products across industries such as clean energy, water purification, food production, and pharmaceuticals. Here, you’ll get to see your code in action – letting your efforts make a difference for our customers every single day.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and optimize backend software for gateways deployed across diverse Alfa Laval products and industries.
Collaborate with tech lead and cross-functional teams to deliver robust, modular, and scalable IoT solutions.
Ensure high standards of cybersecurity, stability, and performance in harsh industrial environments.
Contribute to the design and implementation of containerized solutions (Docker) for various hardware platforms.
Support cloud integration (Azure) for device management, data collection, and remote updates.
Participate in agile planning, estimation, and team-driven workload management.
Who Are You?
You are an independent, quick learner with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. You thrive in a collaborative team environment, are structured and driven, and can see the big picture while managing multiple tasks. You are motivated to develop yourself and your colleagues.
Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
5–6 years of professional experience in backend development.
Strong programming skills, preferably in Python (C# experience is a plus).
Hands-on experience with Linux.
Experience with Docker/containerization for hardware-specific deployments.
Experience with Azure or equivalent cloud platforms
Ability to quickly understand and solve complex technical problems.
Experience in industrial IoT is a strong plus, but not essential if your coding skills are exceptional.
What’s in it for You
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge IoT solutions impacting global industries.
Be part of a diverse, skilled, and supportive team.
Career growth in a global company with a strong sustainability mission.
Creative, flexible work environment with work-life balance.
Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success.
For more information, please contact:
Jonas Falkvall, IoT Software Development Manager, +46 761269758 / [email protected]
Olena Mykytsey, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, [email protected]
For union information, please contact:
Johan Ranhög, Akademikerna, +46 46 2891664
Stefan Sandell, Ledarna, +46 46 367364
Bror Garcia Lantz, Unionen, +46 709 366985
We review applications continually and interviews will be held on a rolling basis. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
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Our commitment to integrity
We care about diversity, inclusion, and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this, we apply Pymetrics assessments. Upon application, you will be invited to play the assessment games and completing them is mandatory.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, we conduct background checks on final candidates for this role.
Please note that due to the holiday season the next steps of recruitment process will be postponed to January 2026. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible by 11th of January 2026.
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Pioneering positive impact!
Our pioneering 140-year-old start-up culture is built on the idea that partnership is the key to solving complex problems and unlocking the full potential of resources. So we collaborate closely with our partners, customers, and thought leaders to create game-changing solutions that challenge conventional thinking on quality, efficiency, and innovation. United by a shared commitment to creating positive impact we’re reshaping vital industries, like energy, food, water, and shipping, to optimize efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase yields. Together, we’re building business success, elevating the quality of life across society, and driving progress towards a more sustainable world.
Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate heat transfer, separation, fluid handling products separation, and fluid handling products. With these as its base, Alfa Laval aims to help enhance the productivity and competitiveness of its customers in various industries throughout the world. We define their challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their requirements – in energy, the environment, food, and the marine industry.
Alfa Laval today has customers in some 100 countries, employs more than 21,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 63.6 billion (5.5 BEUR) in 2023. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Alfa Laval contributes to 15 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our solutions make a difference in daily life. You can learn more on our website about how our products work, and how they are used in industries worldwide.
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