Solution Engineer/ Expert

Flexsis; Risch-Rotkreuz; Hybrid; CHF 180.000 - 230.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Roche in Rotkreuz, Switzerland, seeks an experienced Solution Engineer / Expert Linux Platform (80–100%) for an 12-month assignment starting as soon as possible (latest start: 01 October 2026). On-site/hybrid role with 80–100% workload, contributing to a Debian-based Linux platform powering next‑gen diagnostic devices.

You will own the Linux platform from kernel to release, optimize performance, and collaborate with software and hardware teams while maintaining high engineering standards.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of hands-on Linux engineering experience.
• Deep knowledge of the Linux software stack.
• Experience building Debian-based distributions (debootstrap, molior, aptly).
• Strong Python and Shell automation skills.

Aufgaben

• Own the custom Debian-based Linux platform, including kernel customization, driver integration, Debian package creation, maintenance, and optimization.
• Design, maintain, and improve build, test, and release infrastructure for reliable software delivery.
• Serve as the technical expert for complex low-level Linux system issues across software and hardware.
• Consult and support internal development teams on Roche Linux platform usage and integration.
• Identify opportunities to improve system performance, security, automation and processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional software and hardware teams to ensure a stable, scalable OS.
• Maintain high engineering standards through documentation and knowledge sharing.

Kenntnisse

Linux engineering

Debian packaging

Kernel customization

Python scripting

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or related

Tools

debootstrap

molior

aptly

Debian-based distro tooling

Jobbeschreibung

We offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced Solution Engineer / Expert seeking a new challenge within an innovation-driven MedTech environment focused on developing the next generation of life-saving diagnostic solutions. For our client in Rotkreuz, we are currently looking for a Solution Engineer / Expert Linux Platform (80–100%) for a 12-month assignment starting as soon as possible (latest possible start date: 01 October 2026). This is an on-site/hybrid position with a workload of 80–100%.

Our client is a globally recognized healthcare and life sciences organization dedicated to advancing innovative medical technologies. Within the Enterprise Platforms & Infrastructure team, you will contribute to the development and evolution of a custom Debian-based Linux platform that serves as the foundation for Roche's next-generation medical instruments. Working alongside highly specialized software and hardware engineers, you will play a key role in building, optimizing, and securing the operating system that powers critical diagnostic devices.

As a Solution Engineer / Expert, you will take ownership of the Linux platform across the entire technology stack—from kernel customization and Debian package management to build automation, troubleshooting, and release engineering. Acting as the technical expert for complex system challenges, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary development teams to continuously improve platform performance, security, and reliability while ensuring the highest quality standards required in the MedTech industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the custom Debian-based Linux platform, including kernel customization, driver integration, Debian package creation, maintenance, and optimization.
• Design, maintain, and continuously improve the build, test, and release infrastructure to ensure reliable and reproducible software delivery.
• Serve as the technical expert for complex low-level Linux system issues by performing in-depth troubleshooting, debugging, and root cause analysis across software and hardware components.
• Consult and support internal development teams on the effective use and integration of the Roche Linux platform.
• Identify opportunities to improve system performance, security, automation, and development processes, proactively driving technical enhancements.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional software and hardware teams to ensure a stable, scalable, and secure operating system platform.
• Maintain high engineering standards through documentation, process optimization, and knowledge sharing within the team.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• At least 10 years of hands‑on Linux engineering experience, with deep knowledge across the Linux software stack.
• Extensive experience building, customizing, or maintaining Linux distributions, ideally Debian-based, using tools such as debootstrap, molior, or aptly.
• Proven expertise in Debian package creation, maintenance, dependency management, and packaging best practices.
• Strong scripting and automation skills using Python and Shell scripting.
• Solid understanding of operating system concepts, including process management, memory management, filesystems, software build systems (Make, CMake), testing, packaging, and release lifecycles.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to independently investigate and resolve complex technical issues.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Fluent English is mandatory; German is considered an advantage.

Nice‑to‑Have

• Experience with systems programming using C or C++.
• Knowledge of embedded Linux systems, ARM platforms, hardware drivers, and low‑level hardware/software integration.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (KVM), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform).
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS.
• Previous experience working in a regulated MedTech, healthcare, or life sciences environment.

Does this sound interesting? We look forward to hearing from you!