(Senior) Software Engineer

Taswiq4me; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Distran is seeking a software engineer to develop high-performance C++ and Python code for real-time ultrasound camera software. You will implement fast video processing pipelines and supporting services within a Scrum-driven cross-functional team on Linux.

The role emphasizes GPU-accelerated computing, embedded systems experience, and CI/CD practices with Docker/Jenkins. Fluency in English and collaboration with AI coding tools are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in software development.
• Strong knowledge of modern C++ and Python.
• Comfortable with Linux command line tools.
• Fluent with AI coding tools (e.g., Claude Code) and able to discuss benefits/challenges.
• Interest in learning new tech stacks in a cross-functional environment.
• Nice-to-have: CUDA or GPU computing experience.
• Experience with embedded systems (Yocto, cross-compilation, constrained devices).
• Experience with Qt/QML; messaging interfaces (ZMQ).
• DevOps exposure (Docker, Jenkins).

Responsibilities

• Develop high-performance C++ and Python code for real-time video pipelines.
• Implement efficient video processing using GPU acceleration when available.
• Develop supporting services for real-time leak detection and quantification.
• Collaborate in Scrum-driven cross-functional teams and code reviews.
• Document and test systems, processes, and workflows.
• Contribute to AI-tooling adoption and guidelines.

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

AI tools

Tools

CUDA

Qt

GStreamer

Docker

Jenkins

Yocto

ZMQ

Job description

About the roleThe software on our Ultrasound acoustic cameras is at the core of Distran technology, with focus on high quality, reliability, and real-time performance. Together with the software team, you will help Distran develop and innovate our acoustic cameras and help us further meet our customers' needs.Be part of a Scrum-driven cross-functional agile software teamDevelop high-performance modern C++ and Python codeImplement fast and resource-aware video processing pipelinesDevelop supporting services that empower real-time leak detection and quantificationUnderstand customer requirements and write technical requirementsEnsure the high reliability of the productAutomate, optimize, test, and document systems, processes, and business functionalitiesParticipate in the team effort in code review, testing, documentation, and task organizationHelp shape how our team works with AI coding tools, from day to day practice to the conventions and guardrails that make the output reliableYour profileRequirementsThree years or more of experience in software developmentStrong knowledge of modern C++ and PythonComfortable with Linux command line toolsWorks fluently with agentic AI coding tools such as Claude Code, and can explain where they speed things up and where they need close reviewInterested in learning new technology stacks and working in a cross-functional environmentGood to haveExperience with CUDA or other GPU-accelerated computingEmbedded systems experience (e.g. Yocto, cross-compilation, resource-constrained devices)Experience with Qt/QMLMessaging interfaces (e.g. ZMQ)Experience writing pipelines with GStreamerDevOps experience (Docker, Jenkins) LanguagesFluent EnglishThe list of tasks is not exhaustive. The job holder is expected to shift focus between them as required. This job description will be reviewed and adjusted as needed.What we offerBringing groundbreaking innovative technology to a market best seller is a rewarding social and professional experience. This job is for you if you like to give meaning to your work and have a strong impact on a product, on a company and on your professional growth.