Embedded Software Engineer

About Mettler Toledo

METTLER TOLEDO is a leading global provider of precision instruments and services. In laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retail applications, we are known for innovation and quality. Our sales and service network is among 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. Further information can be found at

Your Tasks

Laboratory Weighing (LabTec) is a Global Business Area of METTLER TOLEDO. We are number 1 worldwide in the laboratory weighing business. Our employees develop, produce, and market high-precision instruments to enable our customers to achieve the greatest possible benefit in their demanding application areas.

As an addition to our team within the R&D organization, we are looking for a motivated individual as Embedded Software Engineer 100% (all genders) for our global operational headquarters in Greifensee, Canton Zürich.

The embedded software you develop is used in our high-precision scales and robotics systems and enables microgram-accurate measurements as well as automated laboratory processes. Together with an experienced development team, you will accompany innovative products from specification to series production and make a significant contribution to the further development of our world-leading technologies.

In this role, you will undertake the following activities:

• Development and maintenance of embedded software (specification, design, implementation, as well as unit and integration tests).
• Technical responsibility for sub-areas of the software and their concepts.
• Commissioning and verification of the software on the hardware including measurements on electronic components as well as error analysis up to series products.
• Close interdisciplinary cooperation with teams from electronics, mechanics, measurement technology, and software engineering.
• Co-design and continuous improvement of development processes as well as code quality standards through reviews and CI/CD practices.
• Collaboration in the refinement of features and user stories within our agile development organization.
• Ensuring high software quality through independent working, knowledge exchange, and cooperation in the team.
• Evaluation of new technologies, methods, and tools for the further development of our development and test environments.

Your Profile

We have the following requirements for this position:

• Completed studies in electrical engineering, computer science, or a comparable qualification (ETH, FH, or university).
• At least five years of professional experience in embedded software development.
• Very good knowledge of modern C++ and C as well as good knowledge of Python.
• Sound understanding of software design and software architectures for resource-constrained systems.
• Experience with RTOS systems as well as low-level software development.
• Basic knowledge of electrical engineering and practical experience in measurements on electronic assemblies.
• Experience in the functional leadership of colleagues.
• Structured, pragmatic, and quality-oriented way of working.
• Strong teamwork skills as well as enjoyment of cross-departmental cooperation.
• Very good German skills as well as business fluent English.
• Experience as a Product Owner or interest in taking on responsibility for the team backlog in the future.

Our Offer

We offer:

• Depending on the position, we offer flexible working hours with a hybrid working model and attractive further training opportunities
• We have a 40-hour week with at least 25 days of vacation plus 4 - 7 bridge days per year
• Free parking spaces and a workplace with direct public transport connections are available
• In our own METTLER TOLEDO staff restaurant, we offer our employees healthy and subsidized catering
• Additionally, there are other attractive additional benefits such as various cost contributions to sporting activities etc.

Challenging, versatile, and varied tasks await you in an innovative and international environment, with the opportunity to network globally and realize your next career goal.

Have we aroused your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application documents via our job portal.

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