Embedded Software Engineer
Locatie Nänikon, Kanton Zürich, Zwitserland Publicatiedatum 31 juli 2026 Job ID 22740Our Opening and Your Responsibilities
Our Synthesis Workstations are recognized for their exceptional precision and technical excellence. They support customers worldwide in automating chemical synthesis processes, making them indispensable for research, development, and reaction scale-up activities. For our global headquarters in Nänikon, (close to Zurich), we are currently looking to strengthen our development team with an: Embedded Software Engineer 80-100% (all genders).
As part of our Embedded Software team, you will play a key role in the further development of our RXE and CSS product lines. Your focus will be on modernizing our product platforms and developing future-oriented solutions for innovative inspection and quality assurance systems.
In this role, your responsibilities include:
- Develop and commission embedded software for new products and platforms.
- Evaluate suitable microprocessors and embedded technologies for future developments.
- Maintain, extend, and update existing products throughout their entire lifecycle.
- Contribute to the migration of existing products to modern software platforms.
- Maintain and further develop Debian Linux kernels and drivers when required.
- Analyze and resolve hardware and software issues.
- Collaborate closely with software, electronics, and mechanical engineering teams.
- Support service, production, and assembly teams with technical inquiries.
- Actively contribute ideas to the continuous improvement of development processes.
What You Need to Succeed
Following requirements are necessary for this role:
- Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a comparable field.
- At least 3 years of professional experience in embedded software development within an industrial R&D environment.
- Strong knowledge of modern C++ and C.
- Experience with Git and modern software development processes.
- Solid understanding of electronics, including reading schematics and measuring signals.
- Ideally, experience with Python and/or C#, as well as common development tools such as GCC, CMake, Visual Studio Code, and Azure DevOps.
- Knowledge of unit and system testing, as well as the Zephyr embedded operating system.
- Experience with Embedded Linux systems and Linux driver development/maintenance is an advantage.
- Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented approach to work.
- Ability to thrive in an agile and interdisciplinary environment.
- Fluent in English, German language skills are a plus.
Our Offer to You
We offer:
- Flexible working hours (depending on the role), a hybrid work model, and a wide portfolio of training opportunities
- A 40-hour work week with at least 25 vacation days per year, plus 4 to 7 additional days off between bank holidays
- Free parking and direct access to public transport
- Healthy lunches cooked onsite at our own METTLER TOLEDO restaurant, with special prices for employees
- A range of additional attractive benefits, including employee discounts at select area businesses
You can expect challenging, interesting, and varied tasks in an innovative and international environment, with the opportunity to network globally and achieve your career goals.
Have we raised your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application at our Job portal.
Have we raised your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application at our Job portal.
Please note that we do not accept any application documents via e-mail, only applications submitted on our job platform due to our data protection guidelines. Furthermore, we do currently not accept applications from recruitment agencies for this role.
If you have any question, please do not hesitate to contact our Talent Acquisition Team ta-ch@mt.com.
If you have any question, please do not hesitate to contact our Talent Acquisition Team ta-ch@mt.com.
About Mettler Toledo
METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected classification. You can find more details in our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.
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