Software Engineer

Location: 

Haag, St. Gallen, CH

Employment Type:  Permanent

About VAT Group

At VAT, we change the world with vacuum solutions. As the world-s leading supplier of high-performance vacuum valves, we have been driving innovation for more than 60 years. With over 3,200 employees worldwide, we operate from our headquarters in Haag, Switzerland, with manufacturing sites in Switzerland, Malaysia and Romania, as well as sales and service hubs around the world. We guided by our passions integrity, teamwork, customer centricity, and innovation - always working together as #oneVAT.

Joining us means becoming part of a passionate, international team where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career growth is supported.

As a Software Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, maintaining, and standardizing software solutions specifically dedicated for production line and end-of-line testing equipment. Your work will directly impact the efficiency, quality, and reliability of manufacturing processes. 

MAIN ROLE AND ACTIVITIES 

• Full Lifecycle Software Development: 

• • Execute the entire software development life cycle for automated and system-controlled assembly and End-of-Line testing software. 
• • Collaborate with global cross-functional teams to gather user requirements and translate them into technical specifications. 
• • Design, develop, and implement software solutions that meet industry standards and comply with coding best practices. 

• Programming and Testing: 

• • Write well-designed, testable, and efficient code. 
• • Develop flowcharts, layouts, and documentation to identify requirements and solutions. 
• • Integrate software components into a fully functional system. 
• • Create software verification plans and quality assurance procedures. 

• Troubleshooting and Maintenance: 

• • Debug and upgrade existing systems. 
• • Document and maintain software functionality. 
• • Evaluate user feedback and deploy necessary updates. 
• • Provide 3rd level support to local sites 

KEY EXPERIENCES - What experiences bring success to this position? 

• Experience as a Software Engineer or Software Developer ideally in a manufacturing environment. 

• Proficiency in topics related to connectivity of manufacturing equipment, logistics systems 

• Familiarity with designing interactive applications is essential. 

• Experience in cross functional project management. 

• A bachelor-s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, master-s degree is an asset. 

COMPETENCIES- What competencies bring success to this position? 

• Proficiency in software development (LabVIEW is a prerequisite, Python is an asset)-and software development methods. 

• Excellent knowledge of relational databases and SQL, Power BI knowledge is beneficial. 

• Good communication skills in English is a prerequisite, German is an advantage. 

• Good knowledge of electrics & electronics is beneficial. 

In this role, you-ll contribute to the development of cutting-edge software solutions that enhance assembly line processes and ensure the quality of end-of-line testing. Your ability to collaborate, problem-solve, and deliver high-quality code will be critical to the success of our manufacturing operations. 

Our commitment to inclusion, fairness and equal opportunities

We believe in meaningful careers, continuous learning, and equal opportunities for everyone to drive our innovation and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace. If you have concerns, our compliance channel is available at our website. All reports are handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with our Code of Conduct.