Description

Securecell is a Swiss technology company at the intersection of biotechnology, engineering, and healthcare. For more than three decades, we have been developing innovative solutions that help advance scientific discoveries and improve people's lives. Combining deep expertise in bioprocess control with a strong culture of innovation, we collaborate across disciplines to transform complex challenges into practical technologies that create real-world impact. Continuing steadily on our sustainable innovation path and growth journey, we are looking for a SR. ELECTRONICS & FIRMWARE ENGINEER for our MedTech business THE OPPORTUNITY This is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to contribute to technologies that support groundbreaking scientific discoveries and help shape the future of biotechnology and healthcare. As a member of our MedTech team, you will play an important role in the design, development, verification, and lifecycle management of embedded electronic and firmware solutions for innovative medical devices used in blood parameter monitoring and diabetes care. Working closely with experts from various disciplines, you will contribute to challenging projects, develop innovative solutions, and help deliver products that create value for our customers worldwide. Whether you are improving existing technologies, driving innovation, or solving complex technical challenges, your contributions will have a direct impact on our success and future growth. You are part of our MedTech Team and accountable for the design, development, verification, and lifecycle management of embedded electronics and firmware. In this role, you develop, oversee, and maintain electronic hardware, embedded software, and sensor integration solutions for innovative medical devices. WHAT YOU WILL DO • Design, develop, integrate, and verify embedded electronic systems and firmware for innovative medical devices used in blood parameter monitoring and diabetes care • Translate product and system requirements into robust electronic hardware and embedded firmware solutions, from feasibility studies and prototyping through industrialization and manufacturing transfer • Develop embedded firmware in C/C++ for microcontroller-based systems and contribute to the definition of software architecture and design • Design analog, digital, and mixed-signal electronic circuits, including sensor interfaces, communication modules, and battery-powered devices • Create, review, and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, design descriptions, test plans, verification reports, and software documentation • Build, test, and optimize prototypes and pre-production electronic assemblies to support product development activities • Perform hardware bring-up, electronic debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers • Plan and execute verification activities, simulations, reliability assessments, functional testing, and design reviews to ensure product performance and quality • Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams across Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, QARA, Manufacturing, and Product Management • Support requirements management, risk management, and compliance activities in accordance with applicable medical device standards and quality requirements • Evaluate and integrate sensors, wireless communication technologies (BLE, Wi-Fi), and other embedded technologies into next-generation products • Coordinate and contribute to external development activities, working effectively with suppliers and development partners when required • Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and technical excellence throughout the product lifecycle WHO YOU ARE You enjoy solving complex technical challenges and thrive in an environment where electronics, embedded software, sensing technologies, and medical innovation come together. You are proactive, hands-on, and motivated to develop technologies that improve blood parameter monitoring and diabetes care. You are comfortable working under pressure, operating with high visibility toward senior management, and collaborating within cross-functional and agile teams. YOUR PROFILE • Degree in electronics engineering, or equivalent experience and expertise • Proven experience with product development from concept to manufacturing • Minimum 3 years of professional experience in electronic product development • Proven experience with specifications, design, and development of electronic systems in a regulated environment such as pharmaceuticals or medical devices • Proven experience in analog, digital and mixed-signal circuit design, including schematic capture, component selection and PCB design/review • Hands-on experience in electronic debugging, troubleshooting and root cause analysis using laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers • Experience in development of firmware for products and prototypes • Experience in Programming, particularly in C and C++ • Experience in analysis and documentation of specifications, preparation of technical documentation, Software documentation • Experience in conducting tests and code reviews • Experience in building, testing and improving functional models, prototypes and 0-series electronics • Hands-on experience in prototype assembly, soldering and hardware debugging • Excellent communication skills in English; German is an advantage • Swiss work authorization or eligibility to work in Switzerland • We accept direct applications only (no agency submissions) PREFERRED • Knowledge of System Engineering and requirements management • Experience working with standards and guidelines, creating test plans, and conducting feasibility studies • Experience in electronic design verification through simulation, reliability calculation and testing • Experience in sensor interfacing, wireless device development (BLE, Wi-Fi), Battery-powered devices • Experience working with Agile methods such as Scrum • Confident in managing outsourcing and conducting negotiations with suppliers • Experience with PCB layout design and review • Familiarity with Altium Designer WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL • Experience in biotechnology, bioprocessing, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, or life sciences • Passion for innovation and technology, continuous learning mindset • Ability to navigate ambiguity and identify practical solutions • Strong sense of ownership and accountability • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across disciplines • Experience working in multidisciplinary and international environments WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING AT SECURECELL Make an Impact: Your work contributes to innovative technologies that support scientific progress, improve healthcare, and help address real-world challenges Work with Exceptional People: Join a global team of talented scientists, engineers, software developers, and business professionals who are passionate about innovation Grow Your Career: We encourage continuous learning and provide opportunities to develop new skills, expand your expertise, and take on new challenges Innovate Every Day: Be part of cutting-edge projects and help develop solutions that push the boundaries of biotechnology, automation, and healthcare technology Take Ownership: We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. You'll enjoy a high level of responsibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a visible contribution Enjoy a Collaborative Culture: Our success is built on teamwork, knowledge sharing, mutual respect, and a genuine passion for solving complex challenges together Be Part of Our Growth Story: Join a growing Swiss technology company where innovation, entrepreneurship, and long-term thinking are at the core of what we do WHAT WE OFFER With flexible working arrangements, a modern workplace, flat hierarchies, and short decision-making paths, we empower individuals to take ownership, contribute ideas, and make a visible impact. Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement, allowing every team member to help shape the future of our company and the industries we serve. To complement this, we offer: • Competitive compensation aligned with your experience and contribution • Generous vacation entitlement, flexible working hours, and hybrid work options • Flexible leave arrangements that support work-life balance • Learning and development opportunities through training, and mentoring • Opportunities to collaborate with international customers and partners • Employee shares purchase programs (availability varies upon eligibility) We look forward to learning more about you! Please submit your complete application, including a cover letter, a resume, certificates, and references, through our career portal www.securecell.ch/jobs, and share, in 2-3 sentences, what attracted you to our company and this role.