Software Engineer Embedded Systems & Technical Lead (m/f/d)

Georg Fischer; Schaffhausen; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Georg Fischer is seeking a Software Engineer Embedded Systems & Technical Lead to own embedded and machine software for our Jointing Solutions portfolio (Infrared Fusion Machines). Approximately 30% of your time will be hands-on coding, while 70% focuses on steering external development partners to ensure high-quality, future-ready solutions.

A Bachelor's degree and 6+ years in software development are required, with strong C/C++ and Azure DevOps experience.

Qualifications

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded and machine software solutions.
• Coordinate external software development partners to ensure timely delivery.
• Define software requirements and interfaces in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Plan and oversee testing to ensure reliable releases.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded and machine software solutions.
• Lead and coordinate external software development partners.
• Define, document, and implement software requirements and interfaces.
• Develop and maintain modern development environments, CI/CD pipelines, and Azure DevOps integrations.
• Plan, execute, and oversee integration, verification, and acceptance testing.
• Take technical ownership of software approvals and improve development processes.

Skills

C/C++

Automation programming

Java

C#/.NET

External partner management

Requirements Engineering

Systems Engineering

Hardware integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering

Tools

Azure DevOps

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Do you enjoy getting hands-on with code while shaping the technical direction of innovative products?

In this role, you will combine software engineering expertise with technical leadership, taking ownership of embedded and machine software solutions for our Jointing Solutions portfolio (Infrared Fusion Machines). Approximately 30% of your time will be dedicated to hands-on development, while the remaining 70% focuses on steering, challenging, and coordinating external development partners to ensure high-quality, future-ready solutions. If you are passionate about technology, collaboration, and bringing ideas from concept to deployment.

Software Engineer Embedded Systems & Technical Lead (m/f/d)

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded and machine software solutions, contributing directly to coding and software architecture
• Lead and coordinate external software development partners, ensuring technical excellence, timely delivery, and alignment with project objectives
• Define, document, and implement software requirements, interfaces, and system concepts in close collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Develop and maintain modern development environments, toolchains, CI/CD pipelines, and Azure DevOps integrations
• Plan, execute, and oversee integration, verification, and acceptance testing to ensure reliable and high-quality software releases
• Take technical ownership of software approvals, support product development projects with functional prototypes, and drive continuous improvement of development processes

Your profile:

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 6+ years of professional experience in software development, including several years in embedded systems or machine software environments
• Strong hands-on programming skills in C/C++ and experience with at least one of the following: automation programming, Java, or C#/.NET
• Experience managing external development partners, suppliers, or distributed engineering teams while maintaining technical ownership
• Knowledge of Requirements Engineering and Systems Engineering methods, ideally combined with a solid understanding of electronics and hardware-software integration
• Curiosity and willingness to expand your expertise in automation, web technologies, HMI solutions, and modern software development practices
• Important: A valid work permit—or at least EU citizenship—is essential.

Your contact:

Phone: [phone]

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.