Embedded Software Engineer

Mettler-Toledo; Nänikon; Remote; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid work model

25 vacation days

Free parking

Onsite lunches at METTLER TOLEDO

Employee discounts

Job summary

METTLER TOLEDO in Nänikon (near Zurich) is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to strengthen our development team. You will develop and commission embedded software for new products, evaluate microprocessors, and migrate existing products to modern platforms.

You will work with Debian Linux kernels, drivers, and Linux systems, collaborate with software, electronics, and mechanical teams, and contribute to continuous improvement in an agile, interdisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a comparable field.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in embedded software development within an industrial R&D environment.
• Strong knowledge of modern C++ and C.
• Experience with Git and modern software development processes.
• Solid understanding of electronics, including reading schematics and measuring signals.
• Ideally, experience with Python and/or C#, as well as common development tools such as GCC, CMake, Visual Studio Code, and Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of unit and system testing, as well as the Zephyr embedded operating system.
• Experience with Embedded Linux systems and Linux driver development/maintenance is an advantage.
• Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented approach to work.
• Ability to thrive in an agile and interdisciplinary environment.
• Fluent in English, German language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and commission embedded software for new products and platforms.
• Evaluate suitable microprocessors and embedded technologies for future developments.
• Maintain, extend, and update existing products throughout their entire lifecycle.
• Contribute to the migration of existing products to modern software platforms.
• Maintain and further develop Debian Linux kernels and drivers when required.
• Analyze and resolve hardware and software issues.
• Collaborate closely with software, electronics, and mechanical engineering teams.
• Support service, production, and assembly teams with technical inquiries.
• Actively contribute ideas to the continuous improvement of development processes.

Skills

C++

C

Embedded Systems

Git

Python

C#

Zephyr OS

Embedded Linux

English (Fluent)

GCC

Education

Degree in Computer Science / Electrical Engineering / Embedded Systems

Tools

GCC

CMake

Visual Studio Code

Azure DevOps

Job description

Our Opening and Your Responsibilities

Our Synthesis Workstations are recognized for their exceptional precision and technical excellence. They support customers worldwide in automating chemical synthesis processes, making them indispensable for research, development, and reaction scale-up activities. For our global headquarters in Nänikon, (close to Zurich), we are currently looking to strengthen our development team with an: Embedded Software Engineer 80-100% (all genders).

As part of our Embedded Software team, you will play a key role in the further development of our RXE and CSS product lines. Your focus will be on modernizing our product platforms and developing future-oriented solutions for innovative inspection and quality assurance systems.

In this role, your responsibilities include:

• Develop and commission embedded software for new products and platforms.
• Evaluate suitable microprocessors and embedded technologies for future developments.
• Maintain, extend, and update existing products throughout their entire lifecycle.
• Contribute to the migration of existing products to modern software platforms.
• Maintain and further develop Debian Linux kernels and drivers when required.
• Analyze and resolve hardware and software issues.
• Collaborate closely with software, electronics, and mechanical engineering teams.
• Support service, production, and assembly teams with technical inquiries.
• Actively contribute ideas to the continuous improvement of development processes.

What You Need to Succeed

Following requirements are necessary for this role:

• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a comparable field.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in embedded software development within an industrial R&D environment.
• Strong knowledge of modern C++ and C.
• Experience with Git and modern software development processes.
• Solid understanding of electronics, including reading schematics and measuring signals.
• Ideally, experience with Python and/or C#, as well as common development tools such as GCC, CMake, Visual Studio Code, and Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of unit and system testing, as well as the Zephyr embedded operating system.
• Experience with Embedded Linux systems and Linux driver development/maintenance is an advantage.
• Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented approach to work.
• Ability to thrive in an agile and interdisciplinary environment.
• Fluent in English, German language skills are a plus.

Our Offer to You

We offer:

• Flexible working hours (depending on the role), a hybrid work model, and a wide portfolio of training opportunities
• A 40-hour work week with at least 25 vacation days per year, plus 4 to 7 additional days off between bank holidays
• Free parking and direct access to public transport
• Healthy lunches cooked onsite at our own METTLER TOLEDO restaurant, with special prices for employees
• A range of additional attractive benefits, including employee discounts at select area businesses

About Mettler Toledo

METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected classification. You can find more details in our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.