Software Update Vehicle Type Regulation Owner

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Role Summary

This role is a part of TRATON Group R&D, located in Södertälje, Sweden.

Your main tasks will be to monitor, assess, and interpret software update–related regulations and translate them into clear requirements and solutions in close collaboration with System Owners and Product Development. The role focuses on ensuring regulatory compliance across vehicle and backend systems, with key regulations including UNECE R156 and GB 44496 (China), as well as emerging global requirements, like India, South Korea and more.

You will have a mix of tasks covering regulatory analysis, requirements management, compliance planning, stakeholder coordination, and governance. You will act as the main point of contact for software update regulations, supporting internal teams in understanding regulatory intent and ensuring alignment between technical solutions and legal obligations. You also represent the organization in discussions with authorities, and technical services.

Job Responsibilities

Regulatory Monitoring and Analysis.

Requirements Engineering and Interpretation.

Compliance Strategy and Planning.

Cross‑functional Stakeholder Collaboration.

Interface with Authorities and External Bodies.

Risk Assessment and Compliance Reporting.

Governance, Processes, and Continuous Improvement.

As a senior professional, your role will support the development of regulatory competence related to software updates, provide guidance to development and operational teams, support certification and approval activities, and collaborate closely with stakeholders across the organization to ensure a common understanding of regulatory expectations and compliant implementation.

Who You Are

You are a highly experienced, hands-on engineer who excels at turning strategy into practical execution and delivering tangible results. You thrive in complex environments, bringing a structured and solution-oriented mindset to every challenge. With strong communication skills and a collaborative approach, you actively contribute to a positive team dynamic while guiding others. You are motivated by continuous improvement and take pride in making meaningful impact.

Experienced and hands-on: 7+ years in IT/system development; able to translate strategy into action; experience in automotive or regulatory frameworks (e.g., UNECE 156, ISO 27001, GB44496) is a plus.

Collaborative and structured mindset: Strong communicator, team player with a can-do attitude, working in a clear and organized way.

Problem-solver and motivator: Thrives in complex environments, drives improvements, and supports others while staying focused and resilient.

If you consider this to be your dream job and feel that you have a fair share of what is mentioned above, please apply!

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds – your unique experience and perspectives is valuable to us.

TRATON Offers

We offer a dynamic and engaging workplace where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are part of everyday life. You will be part of a strong team environment that encourages knowledge sharing and close cooperation across functions.

With a structured development plan and a wide range of training opportunities, TRATON Group R&D supports your professional growth both locally and internationally.

Benefits include access to our health center in Gröndal or a wellness allowance, bonus, flexible working hours, and company car leasing. We also arrange events for employees and their families, and for those living in Stockholm, convenient commuting is supported through direct Scania Job express buses to Södertälje.

Application

We look forward to receiving your application, consisting of your CV and kindly ask you not to share a cover letter to ensure an efficient and unbiased recruitment process for all parties.

Apply as soon as possible, no later than 2026-11-25. Screening will take place on an ongoing basis during the application period. Logical and personality tests may be used as part of the selection process, and a background check may be required for this role.

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact:

Yueming Zhao, Unit manager, yueming.zhao@scania.com

We look forward to your application!

This recruitment process is handled by Scania for TRATON Group R&D