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Elekta · Onsite · Stockholm

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We don’t just build technology. We build hope for everyone dealing with Cancer.


Elekta is shaping the standard of care, together with healthcare providers, by developing precision radiation medicine that brings advanced radiotherapy into routine clinical practice. Our solutions support consistent, efficient and personalized care, addressing evolving patient needs. Through adaptive radiotherapy, precision treatment delivery and integrated workflows, Elekta supports care teams across a range of clinical settings. Each year more than 2 million patients are treated using Elekta solutions across over 130 countries. Elekta is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with over 4,000 employees and offices in more than 40 countries. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. For more information, visit elekta.com.

What You’ll Do At Elekta 

Are you a software developer who enjoys working with C++ and wants to use your skills to make a meaningful impact? 


In this role, you will develop software for Elekta’s linear accelerator (linac) systems and wider radiation therapy product portfolio. You will contribute to product features for systems that control our treatment devices and support the safe delivery of radiation to patients. You will work in a team that has close cooperation with our sister organization outside London. 


You will work across the software lifecycle, developing embedded software solutions running on embedded real-time operation systems. 


Responsibilities 

  • Develop, test and maintain software, primarily in C++ 
  • Contribute to software design, implementation and technical documentation 
  • Write unit and integration tests to support reliable, maintainable software 
  • Participate in code reviews and collaborate with other software engineers 
  • Contribute to new product features and continuous improvements 
  • Work in an agile team and contribute to scrum ceremonies 
  • Work according to Elekta’s established quality and development processes 

What You’ll Bring 

  • A master’s degree in Engineering Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent 
  • Experience with C++ and a good understanding of software development principles 
  • An interest in writing clean, safe and maintainable code 
  • Ability to collaborate effectively and work as part of a development team 
  • Curiosity and willingness to learn and develop your technical skills 
  • Professional proficiency in English is required. Swedish language skills are advantageous 

Experience or an interest in one or more of the following would be an advantage: 

  • Embedded real-time systems 
  • Control systems 
  • Communication protocols such as CAN or EtherCAT 
  • CMake and build systems 
  • Unit and integration testing 
  • Development of test frameworks, simulators or emulators 
  • Software development in a regulated environment, such as medical technology 

What You’ll Get 

  • 30 paid vacation days per year 
  • 4 additional Elekta days off 
  • Defined contribution pension scheme 
  • Private medical insurance 
  • Lunch benefit 
  • Contribution to wellness activities 
  • A collaborative office environment, working alongside colleagues in a supportive and engaging workplace 

Application process 

We look forward to receiving your application. Please submit your CV in English via the “Apply” button. We review applications on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 

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About Elekta

About Elekta As a leader in precision radiation therapy, Elekta is committed to ensuring every patient has access to the best cancer care possible. We openly collaborate with customers to advance sustainable, outcome-driven and cost-efficient solutions to meet evolving patient needs, improve lives and bring hope to everyone dealing with cancer. To us, it's personal, and our global team of 4,700 employees combine passion, science, and imagination to profoundly change cancer care. We don’t just build technology, we build hope. Elekta is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with offices in more than 120 countries and listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. For more information, visit elekta.com or follow us

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