Senior Embedded Instrument Control SW Tester

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We are looking for a Senior Embedded Instrument Control SW Tester

About the Role

Within the HW Integration team, quality assurance goes far beyond standard testing. This team plays a critical role in making sure that electronics, mechanics, firmware, and software function together as one dependable system. The focus is on building trust in the product by identifying weaknesses early, improving diagnosability, and supporting the path from development to final release.

In this position, you will work in an agile environment alongside experienced software specialists and act as a key technical interface between R&D and the finished instrument. You will investigate complex system behaviour, support root-cause analysis, and contribute to integrating diagnostic capabilities directly into the design.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering and brings at least five years of professional experience in testing, preferably in agile development settings. A strong background in environments where software and hardware interact closely is essential.

You should be confident working with Linux and have solid experience in test automation. Strong analytical thinking, a structured way of working, and fluent English are required for this role.

Key Information

• Start date: 01.05.2026
• Latest possible start: 01.07.2026
• Initial contract duration: 1 year
• Extension: very likely
• Location: Rotkreuz
• Workload: 90-100%
• Remote work: up to 20%
• Travel requirement: none
• Team size: 5-10 people
• Department: HW Integration (DSRMEF)
• Working hours: standard business hours
  

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure reliable interaction between embedded software and hardware components across the instrument landscape.
• Develop and refine meaningful test concepts that go beyond standard execution and actively challenge system stability and robustness.
• Analyse logs, system outputs, and technical findings to identify patterns, improve troubleshooting, and strengthen product supportability.
• Take ownership of issues from initial detection through verification of the final solution in close collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Act as an important technical link between R&D teams and production by supporting complex investigations and clarifying system behaviour.
• Deliver thoroughly validated work packages that support smooth handover to global Service and Operations functions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering
• At least 5-7 years of testing experience in agile environments, especially in roles involving both software and hardware
• Strong hands-on experience with Linux
• Good knowledge of test automation
• A systematic and curious mindset with the ability to investigate technical issues in depth
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain findings clearly and constructively
• Fluent English is mandatory
• German is considered an advantage
  

Ideal Strengths

• Enjoys understanding systems in detail and analysing how individual components behave together
• Comfortable working across disciplines and collaborating with different technical stakeholders
• Able to combine structured testing with creative problem-solving
• Focused on quality, reliability, and long-term product improvement