Software Engineer (DevOps), Federal Elections project

Neuchâtel, Switzerland (and home office) | 80-100% Your contribution <br /> • Manage containerized applications on Linux and manage multi-container environments with Podman and Compose tools • Build a self-hosted CI/CD infrastructure and implement automated build, testing, and deployment processes • Further develop and manage existing Python applications and microservices; translate SAS scripts related to various thematic areas into Python • Ensure monitoring and log recording with Grafana, Prometheus and Loki, as well as manage dashboards • Manage and further develop PostgreSQL databases, integration components and storage solutions (NAS, S3) • Implement systematic testing (end-to-end, integration and unit tests) and draft documentation (operating manuals, service descriptions) <br /> What distinguishes you <br /> • University degree or a degree from a university of applied sciences in computer science or equivalent training, as well as practical experience in the management and further development of complex IT systems • Excellent knowledge of Python, in particular the development and maintenance of applications with Flask and Gunicorn • Good knowledge of Linux, Podman or Docker, as well as CI/CD and GitHub-based workflows • Experience with monitoring and log recording solutions, as well as with PostgreSQL; knowledge of Apache Camel, NAS or S3 is an advantage • Active knowledge of an official language and good knowledge of English <br /> In summary You will take a central role in the further development and reliable management of the system for the automated processing of election and voting data. Within a small, highly motivated team, you will particularly assist in the design of the CI/CD infrastructure, thereby making a decisive contribution to the success of an important digitalization project in the field of political rights in Switzerland. The duration of the employment relationship will conclude with the project at the end of 2027. In the event of proven suitability of the candidate, a continuation of the employment relationship with interesting cross-functional tasks within the division is conceivable beyond the end of the project. What we offer <br /> • Working for Switzerland We strive for the Swiss success model and work for the well-being of the population. • Living diversity The realization of equal opportunities allows us to best express our skills and consider different points of view. • Fit in the workplace We provide support and advice to our employees on the topic of physical and mental health. All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/it/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html) <br /> Statistics matter. For you too. The Federal Statistical Office (FSO) is the national competence center for public statistics and the hub of the Swiss data ecosystem. It produces statistical information, is committed to harmonized data through national data management, and uses data science methods to extract further information from data. In this way, the FSO contributes to shaping public opinion by providing an important contribution to modern democratic governance. Complementary information The Health and Social Affairs Division is responsible for the efficient and automated processing of statistical and administrative data for various stakeholders. The Politics team, which reports to the Politics, Culture, and Media section, ensures, on election and voting days, the publication of election and voting results almost in real time on various channels. Questions about the workplace Alain Herzig Section Head +41 58 46 72565 Questions about the application Marianne Zumbach Manager at the Personnel Service +41 58 46 08367