Embedded Software Engineer

Humanis AG; Zürich; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Humanis AG in Zürich is seeking an experienced embedded C++ software engineer to contribute to cross-disciplinary projects. You will develop software for embedded and desktop applications and collaborate closely with the electronics team to integrate software and hardware.

You will own the full software lifecycle from analysis and design to testing and documentation, perform code reviews and automated testing, and support commissioning and optimization of prototypes and series products across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/EE/Mechatronics.
• Several years of C++ software development (C++17+).
• Embedded programming and low-level development experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop software in C++ for embedded and desktop applications.
• Collaborate with electronics team to integrate software and hardware.
• Own the software development lifecycle from analysis to documentation.
• Perform code reviews and ensure quality with automated testing.
• Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization of prototypes.
• Contribute to international projects across time zones.

Skills

C++

Embedded programming

German language

English language

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/EE/Mechatronics

Tools

Git

Build systems

Debuggers

Job description

Are you exploring new opportunities and looking for a place where you can truly make an impact? If you’re interested in contributing your expertise in C++ and embedded software development to innovative, cross disciplinary projects, we would be happy to connect with you.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Developing software solutions in C++ for embedded and desktop applications
• Close collaboration with the electronics team to integrate software and hardware
• Taking responsibility for the entire software development lifecycle: analysis, design, implementation, testing, and documentation
• Conducting code reviews and ensuring software quality through automated testing
• Supporting commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization of prototypes and series products
• Contributing to international development projects across different time zones and teams

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
• Several years of experience in C++ software development (ideally modern C++17 or newer)
• Strong knowledge in embedded programming and low level development (register access, interrupts, peripheral control)
• Familiarity with common embedded toolchains, debuggers, version control (Git), and build systems
• Analytical and structured mindset, strong sense of ownership, and team oriented working style
• Excellent German skills (spoken and written), fluent English; French is an advantage

Due to legal requirements, we can only consider Swiss or EU citizens for this position.