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Head of Testing eCH Standards SSK IT 80 - 100%
- Publication date:02 November 2025
- Workload:80 – 100%
- Place of work:Zürich
Job summary
Join the Swiss Tax Conference (SSK) as a Testing Lead! Be part of a dynamic team driving tax standards.
Tasks
- Lead testing for eCH-standards like eSteuerauszug in various sectors.
- Oversee the SSK eSteuerauszug team with representatives from cantons.
- Coordinate the development of eCH-standards in collaboration with experts.
Skills
- Master's in Economics, Business, or IT; fluency in German, French, and English.
- Strong communication and coordination skills required.
- Self-motivated, structured, and solution-oriented work style needed.
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About the job
Head of Testing eCH Standards SSK IT 80 - 100%The Swiss Tax Conference (SSK) is the association of the 26 cantonal tax authorities as well as the Federal Tax Administration (ESTV). The IT department of the SSK (SSK IT) is responsible for joint applications and standards in the tax area, which are used by the cantonal tax administrations and the ESTV.
Within the framework of the SSK presidency by Marina Züger, head of the cantonal tax office Zurich, the core team of SSK IT is administratively based with us.
For the management of the Testing eCH Standards area, we are looking for an experienced, networked, and strategically thinking personality with a high degree of personal responsibility.
In this unique role, you will take on the professional and organizational responsibility for the activities of SSK IT in the area of testing and further development of the eCH standards in the tax environment, especially the eTax extract.
Your tasks:
- Overall responsibility for testing the eCH standards, especially the eTax extract, at banks, insurance companies, health insurers, and cantonal tax administrations
- Leading the SSK eTax Extract team, consisting of representatives from the cantons and external partners
- Coordinating the further development of the eCH standards in collaboration with the eCH Taxes working group
- Planning and conducting systematic tests and retests, including the creation of test concepts, master plans, and tools
- Advising and exchanging with stakeholders such as banks, software manufacturers, and tax administrations
- Monitoring the performance of external suppliers and ensuring quality
- Regular information and reporting to the SSK IT department as well as to internal and external contacts
- Participating in the SSK IT team by taking on supportive tasks
Your profile:
- Master’s degree in economics, business administration, or computer science
- Native German speaker, with very good knowledge of French (C1-C2) and English (B2-C1)
- Several years of experience in the IT environment, ideally related to public institutions or standards
- Strong communication and coordination skills
- Structured, independent, and solution-oriented working style – also in home office
- Willingness to travel within Switzerland
Your new environment:
- Do you want to apply your skills in a complex environment? With us, you have the opportunity!
- A challenging and fulfilling work environment
- The canton of Zurich as a solid, fair, and reliable employer
- Attractive employment conditions such as flexible working hours, a modern workplace, lunch vouchers, etc.
Your next step:
Do you feel challenged and excited? Then apply now, we look forward to it! Specific questions about the job posting can be answered by Michael Baeriswyl (SSK IT Delegate) at phone number: +41 79 426 66 38.
Please note that we only process applications submitted via the online tool.
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