Head of Software Engineering (m/f) 100%

• 07 septembre 2026
• 100%
• Indefinite duration
• Possible
• Rue de la Gare 27, 2605 Sonceboz

Sontex is a prosperous and expanding SME in the field of metrology, headquartered in the Biel region. For 36 years, we have been developing, producing, and selling devices for the precise measurement of energy consumption. In this way, we help our customers use resources efficiently and save energy. Our national and international customers are active in the field of building technology and building automation. To strengthen our software team, we are looking for a

Head of Software Development (m/f) 100 %

Your responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the software team to provide high-quality platforms, products, and tools
• Define and implement the software strategy, technical direction, and technological roadmap
• Promote best practices, software architecture standards, cybersecurity, and quality processes
• Serve as a bridge between business requirements and software development to provide scalable, customer-centric solutions
• Lead agile development projects and act as Scrum Master to ensure efficient execution and continuous improvement
• Oversee DevOps practices, CI/CD automation, software quality, security, and operational excellence
• Implement continuous process improvement, including the adoption of AI
• Collaborate closely with product management, IT, sales, and customers throughout the product lifecycle
• Manage relationships with strategic technological partners and provide the necessary technical expertise for third-level support and product training
• Develop talent, foster a high-performance culture, and contribute as a member of the group's engineering management team

Your profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science or an equivalent field, supplemented by solid practical experience
• 10 years of experience in a software team management role, ideally in a multicultural international environment
• Solid expertise in software architecture, cybersecurity, and DevOps practices
• Proven experience with agile methodologies, with a track record as a Scrum Master
• Strong interest in technological innovation, particularly AI applied to software development
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders throughout the product lifecycle
• Excellent command of French and English; German would be an asset

What we offer

• A corporate culture based on trust, integrity, competence, and personal responsibility
• Support for professional development
• A multicultural and international working environment as well as a supportive team
• The development of innovative products enabling efficient use of energy resources
• Career advancement opportunities through the development of a wide range of innovative testing equipment

For any questions, please contact Mr. Beat Stauffer, CTO of the Sontex group at 41 32 488 30 00.

Have we sparked your interest? We look forward to receiving your complete application with photo exclusively by e-mail to: careers@sontex.ch

Sontex SA, Rue de la Gare 27, 2605 Sonceboz, Switzerland. www.sontex.ch