Software Development Engineer

VAT GROUP; Sennwald; Vor Ort; CHF 110.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work not available

Zusammenfassung

VAT Group is seeking a Firmware Development Engineer to design and enhance embedded firmware for mechatronic components. You will translate customer requirements into robust software solutions and contribute to architecture while collaborating with global teams.

Enjoy opportunities to apply modern technologies, improve engineering processes, and ensure high-quality firmware through testing and validation. English fluency is required; German is an advantage.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS, Software Engineering, Electronics, or related field.
• Several years of embedded software development experience using C/C++.
• Hands-on experience with Git, debugging, testing, and embedded software tools.
• Strong knowledge of microcontrollers and communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C).
• Experience with industrial protocols such as EtherCAT, Ethernet, DeviceNet, CC-Link.
• Experience contributing to or leading software architecture activities and best practices.
• Fluent in English; German is considered an advantage.

Aufgaben

• Design and implement technical solution concepts based on customer requirements.
• Develop and customize embedded firmware for mechatronic components, including new features.
• Contribute to software architecture and ensure application of design principles and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement by enhancing processes, tools, and knowledge sharing.
• Apply state-of-the-art technologies to achieve project objectives and improve product performance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary, globally distributed teams throughout the lifecycle.
• Support debugging, testing, and validation activities for high-quality firmware.

Kenntnisse

C/C++

Embedded systems

Git

Debugging

Microcontrollers

UART/SPI/I2C

Industrial protocols

Software architecture

English proficiency

German (advantage)

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/EE

Tools

Embedded toolchains

Development tools

Jobbeschreibung

About VAT Group

At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world’s leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We guided by our passions integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation – always working together as #oneVAT.

About VAT Group

At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world’s leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We guided by our passions integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation – always working together as #oneVAT. Joining us means becoming part of a passionate, international team where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career growth is supported.

Firmware Development Engineer

Purpose of the role

Develop and enhance embedded firmware solutions for mechatronic components by translating customer requirements into robust technical solutions. Contribute to engineering excellence through process improvements, modern technologies, and close collaboration within a global, cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement technical solution concepts based on customer requirements.
• Develop and customize embedded firmware for mechatronic components, including new features and functionality.
• Contribute to software architecture and ensure the application of design principles and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement by enhancing engineering processes, tools, and knowledge sharing across teams.
• Apply state-of-the-art technologies to achieve project objectives and improve product performance.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary and globally distributed teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Support debugging, testing, and validation activities to ensure high-quality firmware solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics, or a related technical field.
• Several years of experience in embedded software development using C/C++.
• Hands-on experience with Git, debugging, testing, and embedded software development tools.
• Strong knowledge of microcontrollers and communication protocols such as UART, SPI, and I2C.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols such as EtherCAT, Ethernet, DeviceNet, or CC-Link.
• Experience contributing to or leading software architecture activities and promoting software engineering best practices.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Fluent in English; German is considered an advantage.