Senior Linux Platform Engineer / SW & HW Expert (m / f / d)

ITech Consult AG; Zug; Vor Ort; CHF 90’000 - 130’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An industry-leading diagnostic company based in Rotkreuz is seeking a qualified Senior Linux Platform Engineer / SW & HW Expert. The ideal candidate must possess extensive knowledge of the Linux stack, particularly in customizing Debian distributions. Responsibilities will include managing the core OS platform, handling complex system issues, and contributing to internal development teams. Strong scripting skills, along with a problem-solving mindset, are essential. The role is for a full-time position with a hybrid work model.

Qualifikationen

• 8+ years of hands-on experience with Linux systems.
• Experience with custom Linux distributions, particularly Debian.
• Strong ability in creating and maintaining Debian packages.
• Proficient in Python and Shell scripting.
• Familiarity with operating system theory and software build systems.
• A logical thinker with a structured mindset.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly.

Aufgaben

• Take ownership of the Debian-based core OS platform.
• Enhance the build and release pipeline for reliability.
• Serve as the expert for complex system issues.
• Guide project teams in using the Linux platform.
• Identify and drive opportunities for improvement.

Kenntnisse

Deep, Hands-On Linux Mastery

Custom Distribution Engineering

Expertise in Debian Packaging

Strong Scripting and Automation Skills

Fundamental Systems Knowledge

Curiosity

Pragmatic Problem-Solving

Proactive Contributor

Excellent Communication

Tools

Python

Shell scripting

Debian

C or C++

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

AWS

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Linux Platform Engineer / SW & HW Expert(m / f / d) – Linux / SW OR HW / Debian / Automation Systems / English

Background

For our customer a big Diagnostic company in Rotkreuz, Zug we are looking for a qualified Senior Linux Platform Engineer / SW & HW Expert (m / f / d).

The perfect candidate

The perfect candidate is a professional who is comfortable across the entire Linux stack. Also we are looking for someone with extensive experience building, modifying, or maintaining a customized Linux distribution, with a strong preference for Debian.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Architect and Engineer, our Core OS Platform : Take ownership of our custom Debian-based distribution. This includes everything from kernel customization and driver integration to the creation, maintenance, and optimization of Debian packages.
• Master the Build and Release Pipeline : Evolve and improve the infrastructure and processes used to build, test, and release our Linux distribution, ensuring reliability and reproducibility.
• Be the Ultimate Escalation Point : Act as the go-to expert for complex, low-level system issues. Perform deep-dive troubleshooting, debugging, and root-cause analysis across both software and hardware.
• Consult and Empower Development Teams : Guide internal project teams on how to best leverage the Roche Linux platform.
• Proactively Drive Improvement : Constantly seek out opportunities to enhance our distribution, tools, and processes. Whether it’s improving system performance, strengthening security, or automating a complex workflow, you will be expected to identify needs and champion solutions.

Must Haves

• Deep, Hands-On Linux Mastery (8+ years) : You are a seasoned professional who is comfortable across the entire Linux stack.
• Custom Distribution Engineering : Proven, extensive experience building, modifying, or maintaining a customized Linux distribution, with a strong preference for Debian (e.g., using tools like DE bootstrap, molior, aptly).
• Expertise in Debian Packaging : You don’t just apt-get install. You can create, patch, and maintain .deb packages from scratch, understanding policy, dependencies, and best Practices.
• Strong Scripting and Automation Skills : Fluency in Python and Shell scripting is essential for building tools and automating system tasks.
• Fundamental Systems Knowledge : A solid grasp of operating system theory (process management, memory, filesystems), software build systems (make, CMake), and the full testing and packaging lifecycle. A Systems Thinker : You see the big picture and understand how individual components interact to form a cohesive, reliable system.
• Driven by Curiosity : You have an innate need to understand why things work the way they do and are not satisfied with surface-level explanations.
• A Pragmatic Problem-Solver : You approach complex challenges with a logical and structured mindset, capable of working independently to find the root cause.
• A Proactive Contributor : You don’t wait for tasks to be assigned. You identify areas for improvement and take the initiative to make things better for the entire team.
• An Excellent Communicator : You can clearly articulate complex technical concepts to engineers and non-technical stakeholders alike (Advanced English required).

Nice to Have

• Proficiency in a systems programming language like C or C++.
• Experience with embedded systems, the ARM platform, hardware drivers, and low-level hardware / software integration.
• Knowledge of modern infrastructure : Virtualization (KVM), Containers (Docker, Kubernetes), CI / CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS).

Reference Nr.

924518

Role

Senior Linux Platform Engineer / SW & HW Expert (m / f / d)

Industrie

Pharma

Workplace

Rotkreuz

Pensum

80% – 100%

Start

ASAP (latest Start Date : 01.01.2026)

Duration

12 Months++

Deadline

29 / 10 / 2025

If you are interested in this position, please send us your complete dossier via the link in this advertisement. If this position does not fit your profile and you wish to be considered for another position directly, you can also send us your dossier via this ad or to jobs[at]itcag[dot]com.

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About us

ITech Consult is an ISO 9001 : 2015 certified Swiss company with offices in Germany and Ireland. ITech Consult specialises in the placement of highly qualified candidates for recruitment in the fields of IT, Life Science & Engineering.

We offer staff leasing & payroll services. For our candidates this is free of charge, also for Payroll we do not charge you any additional fees.