Sumex AG
Zurich
(Junior) Machine Learning & Java Engineer
- 21 August 2026
- 100%
- Zurich
Job summary
Join SUMEX as a Software Engineer in a dynamic environment! With modern tech and supportive teams, this is a great opportunity.
Tasks
- Implement innovative solutions using Java, JavaScript, and web technologies.
- Ensure high standards in product development regarding technology and quality.
- Participate in the project lifecycle from analysis to delivery.
Skills
- Technical degree in software development, especially in Java and JavaScript.
- Team player with strong analytical thinking and initiative.
- Familiarity with AI-based development tools and code reviews.
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About the job
Do you want to use machine learning productively, develop modern software and create real added value with your work? Then you are exactly right with us. Together we develop intelligent testing procedures for performance billing and use modern technologies to continuously improve quality, efficiency and transparency.
Your tasks
- Development, training and validation of models for checking performance billing, based on methods from statistics and machine learning
- Building and maintaining training and inference pipelines in Python
- Evaluation and improvement of model quality (precision/recall, traceability of results for specialist users)
- Close cooperation with subject matter experts to identify new anomaly patterns and further develop the models
- Deployment and monitoring of models in ongoing operations
- Further development and maintenance of the existing Java module for checking and statistical plausibility of inpatient performance billing
- Implementation of new test rules and optimisation of existing test logic
- Ensuring performance, maintainability and test coverage of the Java module
Our offer
- An inspiring, future-oriented working environment in a dynamic team with comprehensive expertise
- Participation in innovative products in an exciting and future-oriented market environment
- Attractive prospects through continuous training, coaching and an internal career path
- Our culture makes the difference! We actively live flat hierarchies and open, helpful collaboration across all disciplines and departments
- We organise regular events such as brown bag lunches and coding events as well as cosy and sporty off-site gatherings
- Good work-life balance (flexible hours, home office), modern and flexible workplace in a multicultural environment
- Top benefits such as: purchase of up to 13 days holiday, contribution to private mobile phone or business phone, half-fare travelcard, business travel in 1st class, flexible pension schemes, coverage of daily sickness and accident insurance (private, worldwide) and much more
Your profile
- Completed studies in computer science, data science or a comparable field with relevant professional experience
- Experience in developing machine learning or statistical models, ideally in the field of anomaly or fraud detection
- Good knowledge of Python and experience with common ML frameworks (e.g. scikit-learn, TensorFlow or PyTorch).
- Strong analytical skills and experience handling large data volumes
- Good practical knowledge of Java, Java frameworks, Spring Framework and Maven
- Initial experience with CI/CD (e.g. Jenkins, Git) and working with database systems is an advantage
- You confidently and practically use AI-supported development tools such as Claude Code or AI-based code reviews
- Ideally knowledge in the field of health insurance / healthcare or willingness to familiarise yourself with technical topics
- Good communication skills and enjoyment of working in interdisciplinary teams
With us you work on demanding and practical solutions with direct benefits for healthcare. From the start you are part of an experienced team that supports you in your professional and personal development. You will have the opportunity to use modern technologies, take responsibility and continuously expand your knowledge in the field of machine learning and software development.
Even if you do not yet meet all the requirements, we look forward to getting to know you. What matters to us is your motivation, willingness to learn and interest in modern technologies.
Send us your application documents – we look forward to hearing from you.