Be visionary
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
Senior Software Architect – Defense Tech
Are you a visionary and hands-on Software Architect ready to shape the future of advanced defense technology? At Teledyne FLIR, we are a global leader in integrated sensing and defense solutions – and we’re now looking for a Software Architect to build the next generation of our software platforms.
Since 1978, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of innovation, delivering solutions that truly make a difference in critical environments. Today, we’re in the middle of a transformation: moving from complex legacy systems to modern, scalable architectures that set new standards in the industry. As part of this journey, you will also be shaping the architecture for future systems – from advanced imaging to next-generation defense solutions such as anti-drone software.
What We Offer
Architectural Influence: Drive key design decisions that will shape the future of our defense software products.
Global Impact: Collaborate with world-class talent and build solutions used in the most demanding operations.
Strength & Stability: Join a financially strong, growing company with a vital mission.
Innovative Environment: From embedded real-time systems to advanced imaging and AI – you’ll lead the way.
Wellbeing & Balance: Healthcare benefits, free gym access, and sports activities.
Your Responsibilities
As a Software Architect, you will be the bridge between technology, product, and engineering teams. You will:
Define and own the software architecture for advanced embedded and real-time systems.
Establish design patterns, API strategies, and principles for modular and scalable solutions.
Lead modernization from legacy C/C++ code to future-ready platforms.
Shape the architecture for upcoming defense technologies, including anti-drone and countermeasure software.
Ensure architecture meets requirements for performance, security, reliability, and maintainability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, FPGA, optics, mechanics, electronics, production, service.) to ensure seamless system integration.
Guide and mentor senior engineers, drive best practices, and support technical decision-making across teams.
Contribute to long-term technology strategy, including cloud, edge, and hybrid approaches.
What You Bring
Must-have:
10+ years of experience in software development, including several years in software/system architecture roles.
Hands-on experience working in Agile environments, with a solid understanding of Scrum methodologies.
Strong expertise in C/C++ and systems programming, with deep knowledge of embedded and/or real-time environments.
Proven ability to design modular, scalable, and maintainable software architectures.
Proven track records of leading technical teams, driving delivery, and fostering collaboration across disciplines.
Experience modernizing large, complex codebases and driving architectural refactoring.
Ability to balance technical requirements (performance, security, reliability) with business needs.
Strong communication skills, with experience mentoring and guiding senior engineers.
Nice-to-have:
Knowledge of Linux/Debian/RTOS environments.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).
Experience in cloud, edge, or hybrid architectures.
Experience working in agile environments (Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe).
Understanding of FPGA or hardware-near development.
Background in safety-critical or mission-critical systems.
Exposure to Python or scripting languages for prototyping and automation.
Security & Eligibility Requirements
Due to the sensitive nature of our work in the defense industry:
You must be able to work in Sweden and pass a security background check.
The role requires access to export-controlled information/items under ITAR/EAR regulations. Applicants must be eligible for U.S. export control licenses.
This is an on-site position based in Arninge/Täby, Sweden.
This is your opportunity join the team designing the software architecture powering the future of defense technology.
Join us. Shape the future of defense tech.
Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
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What We Do
Teledyne FLIR designs, develops, manufactures, markets, and distributes technologies that enhance perception and awareness. We bring innovative sensing solutions into daily life through our thermal imaging, visible-light imaging, video analytics, measurement and diagnostic, and advanced threat detection systems.
Teledyne FLIR offers a diversified portfolio that serves a number of applications in government & defense, industrial, and commercial markets. Our products help first responders and military personnel protect and save lives, promote efficiency within the trades, and innovate consumer-facing technologies. Teledyne FLIR strives to strengthen public safety and well-being, increase energy and time efficiency, and contribute to healthy and intelligent communities.
