Software Development Engineer

BlackTide Partners; Villaz; On-site; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BlackTide Partners in Switzerland is seeking a Software Development Engineer to design, develop, program, test, and document PLC software for industrial machines. You will also help implement, train, and support equipment at customer sites, collaborating with project managers and team leaders to plan and execute work.

The role requires automation education, 2+ years in technical programming, and proficiency in PLC standards (Beckhoff a plus).

Qualifications

• Education as an automation technician or engineer.
• Minimum of two years' experience in technical programming.
• Proficient in PLC programming standards (Beckhoff a plus).
• Capable of programming robots and/or vision systems (Stäubli, Fanuc, Cognex).
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles (C#, C++).
• Proficient in technical French and English; German is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, program, test, improve and document standard software for the PLC component of industrial machines.
• Participate in implementation, training and support of machinery at customer sites.
• Collaborate with project managers and team leaders in planning and execution of work.

Skills

PLC programming

C#

C++

Beckhoff

Robot programming

Vision systems

OO programming

English

French

German a plus

Education

Automation technician or engineer

Tools

Beckhoff

Stäubli

Fanuc

Cognex

Job description

About the job Software Development Engineer

Software Development Engineer

Position Overview:

The role involves the design, development, programming, testing, improvement, and documentation of standard software for the PLC component of industrial machines. Responsibilities also include participating in the implementation, training, and support of machinery at customer sites, as well as collaborating with project managers and team leaders in the planning and execution of work.

Candidate Profile:

• Education as an automation technician or engineer
• Minimum of two years' experience in technical programming
• Proficient in PLC programming standards (experience with Beckhoff is a plus)
• Capable of programming robots and/or vision systems (e.g., Stäubli, Fanuc, Cognex)
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles (C#, C++)
• Proficient in technical French and English; German is an asset
• Self-motivated and dynamic with strong interpersonal skills and a keen interest in industrial technology and programming

What the Company Offers:

• A diverse and stimulating role with a high degree of autonomy
• The chance to join a dynamic, motivated team in a high-tech environment
• A modern, collaborative workspace located in a technology park that fosters innovation and synergy
• A conveniently located workplace in the heart of French-speaking Switzerland, accessible by both car and public transport