Product Manager/Tech Lead for Master Data at the Public Employment Service

Do you want to be part of building the future data platform within one of Sweden's largest authorities? We are looking for a Product Manager who, with technical understanding and a holistic perspective, can lead the development of our Master Data product and help create a modern, data-driven organization. Together, we can get Sweden to work. Would you like to be one of us? Who are we The AI and Data department has a central role in the Swedish Public Employment Service's digital transformation. The department is responsible for developing and managing solutions related to information sharing, data management, and artificial intelligence, aimed at strengthening the authority's data-driven practices. Our work covers areas such as analysis, master data, information exchange, and applied AI, contributing to improved decision support, streamlining operations, and enhancing the quality of the authority's services. The department also drives efforts to develop technology and methods to counteract incorrect payments and welfare fraud, which is a crucial part of the Public Employment Service's mission to safeguard the legitimacy of welfare and ensure fair handling of taxpayer funds. The department consists of approximately 100 employees and consultants organized into two units and five sections. The department is new and will start in January 2026. In our Data Governance section, which is part of the department, we currently have about 15 employees. We are responsible for master data and its platform. We ingest data from several sources, such as the Swedish Tax Agency and the Swedish Companies Registration Office. Master data is then consumed by various systems and applications within the Public Employment Service, focusing on future AI solutions. We are on a journey towards data governance, and master data plays a vital role in our future data usage. We base our work on Scrum and are inspired by the SAFe framework. Job Description The Public Employment Service works with product management, and we are seeking a technical, pedagogical, and analytical leader for our team that focuses on the management and development of the Master Data product. You will work closely with the section manager, product owner, solution architect, and consuming products. As a Product Manager, you will be responsible for the product's lifecycle, strategic transitions, and how the product fits into the Public Employment Service's target architecture, which is in constant motion. Our Offer The position is a permanent, full-time employment that may begin with a six-month probationary period. Start date is negotiable. The work location is Solna. We offer you the opportunity to work in a workplace that values work-life balance. You will have access to a generous vacation agreement, flexible working hours, and the possibility to work remotely for up to 49 percent of the year. Our employees also benefit from wellness activities during working hours and a favorable wellness contribution. As an employee of the Public Employment Service, you also have access to skills development and career opportunities within the authority. Through our work, we contribute to an inclusive and sustainable society. More about working with us Basic Qualifications for the Position - University/college degree in a relevant field, such as system science or engineering with a focus on data. Alternatively, you may have acquired equivalent knowledge in other ways. - At least 2 years of domain knowledge in master data and data quality. - Several years' experience working in leadership positions in product development within IT, such as Product Manager, Product Owner, Project Manager, or similar. - Experience working in a large and complex organization. - Proficient in Swedish, with a strong ability to communicate in speech and writing. Additional Qualifications for the Position - At least 1 year of experience in driving issues related to IT security. - At least 1 year of experience working with information and/or data architecture. - At least 1 year of experience working with data quality, data lineage, and golden record. - Other types of leadership experience beyond product development. - Experience in procurement and implementation of data platforms. - Experience with any MDM (master data management) solution, such as Informatica MDM. - At least 3 years of domain knowledge in master data management. - Experience working in a government agency, including knowledge of legislation and regulations specific to the public sector. - Good communication skills in English, both spoken and written. The government values guide us in our daily work. As an employee with us, you are expected to work fairly, impartially, and with high integrity, as well as contribute to maintaining and strengthening the trust in our authority. More about government values. In addition to these qualifications, you have personal abilities and tendencies to work in accordance with the Public Employment Service's employee ethos. Employees at the Public Employment Service: - Take responsibility for their work performance and their contribution to the whole. - Adapt to change and unforeseen events. - Initiate development and contribute to improvement. Application Does this sound like the right position for you? Welcome to submit your application by November 17, 2025. Please attach your CV detailing years, months, and job responsibilities for each