Backend Developer - Python/Linux

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.

We’re looking for a Backend Developer with Edge Competence – Automation Development

About The Job

We are looking for an additional member of our team developing various kinds of IoT solutions for Alfa Laval, working in Agile set up.

Your Key Tasks

• Analyze, design, develop, build, configure, test, and deploy changes to optimize existing solutions
• Ensure that solutions meet requirements outlined in the design documentation to agreed time, cost and quality within their area and level of expertise.

Who You Are

You are an independent, quick learning and experienced person with problem-solving skills and attention to detail and quality of output. Being part of a team is something that gives you energy and that extra push. You´re structured and driven, with the ability to see the big picture, self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize, take initiative and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Developing yourself as well as your colleagues comes natural to you.

What You Know

Our environments are based on Microsoft. Due to the complexity in the existing solution, the role requires and extensive set of skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Hands-on experience of Linux
• Hands-on experience with Python or any other scripting languages. (C# is a plus)
• Hands-on experience of Docker
• Experience with Azure or equivalent Cloud

We would like to see that you have +5 years’ experience in the areas mentioned above.

What’s In It For You

A challenge like no other, a chance to be a part of something new that could be a game changer in the industry. A chance to work in a creative environment with flexibility and work life balance. You will be working with projects where nothing will ever be routine, there’s a different challenge every day.

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: 

Monica Anderberg, Unionen, at [email protected]

Johan Ranhög, Akademikerna at Johan.Ranhö[email protected]

Stefan Sandell, Ledarna at [email protected]

We review applications continually, and encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible but not later than July 31st of July 2026, through our career page https://career.alfalaval.com/jobs/search.

GDPR Compliant

Applications sent directly via email will be disregarded without notice due to GDPR.

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, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games. Completing the games is mandatory.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, we conduct background checks on final candidates for this role.

As part of Alfa Laval’s commitment to a safe and healthy workplace, alcohol and drug testing is applied during the pre‑employment process.

Please note that due to the summer holiday period, the recruitment process may take longer than usual. We appreciate your patience and understanding, and we will ensure to keep candidates informed throughout the process.