Senior Software Engineer C++

Senior Software Engineer C++ – Real-Time Systems

📍 Rotkreuz, Switzerland | Hybrid (50% remote) | 12 month contract, extension highly likely

We are currently supporting a global healthcare and diagnostics company in their search for an experienced Senior Software Engineer C++ to join a highly specialized development team working on advanced diagnostic instruments.

This role focuses on the development of real-time instrument control software used in high-throughput laboratory systems. The position offers the opportunity to work on complex systems that combine modern C++, Linux-based development environments, and hardware interaction within an agile engineering environment.

Your Responsibilities

• Participate proactively in all phases of the software development lifecycle including feasibility analysis, design, development, testing, debugging, and maintenance

• Collaborate closely within cross-functional Scrum teams

• Define software architecture, design, and technical specifications based on system requirements and models

• Implement high-quality C++ software components for real-time systems

• Interact with internal framework teams and contribute to system-level integration

• Contribute to sprint planning, estimation, and agile development activities

• Ensure adherence to software development processes and documentation standards

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Software Engineer

• Strong hands-on experience with modern C++ (C++11 or newer)

• Solid development experience using Linux environments

• Experience working with Docker in Linux environments

• Knowledge of CAN bus communication

• Experience working in agile development environments (Scrum)

• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in team environments

• Fluent English communication skills

Nice to Have

• Experience with event-driven architectures

• Experience with RabbitMQ

• Basic scripting knowledge

• Experience with SAFe frameworks

• German language skills

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to learn more, please apply with your CV in English along with your degree certificate.