Zürich-Seebach
System Engineer with Networking Experience (Hardware and Software)
- 10 September 2026
- 60 – 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent), English (Fluent)
About the job
Around 3000 employees of RUAG and RUAG Real Estate make a significant contribution to the security of Switzerland every day. They ensure that the Swiss Army as well as other operational and security organisations can comprehensively fulfil their tasks at all times.System Engineer with Networking Experience (Hardware and Software)
60-100%
Zurich Seebach
What you can achieve
- You work with realistic data: You identify, create and maintain test data that represent real operational scenarios, thus ensuring meaningful test results, including with the customer on site
- You test in a structured and targeted manner: You systematically execute test cases, document the results and evaluate them with technical acumen
- You get to the bottom of errors: Bugs are not a nuisance for you but exciting puzzles. You document them in detail – including environment, reproduction steps and impact analysis
- You ensure order in the test universe: You secure and structure all relevant test data, results, logs and documentation for maximum transparency and reusability"
What you bring with you
- You have a degree from a university or a higher technical college in a technical field – for example in computer science, electrical engineering, telecommunications or comparable subjects
- Strong knowledge in developing automated test cases with Python, programming skills in C# and/or C++ are a plus
- Extensive experience with network technologies (switching, routing, overlay/underlay, IPv4, IPv6, ...) as well as deep know-how in using Linux as a test and network platform
- Confident use of modern CI/CD tools and virtualisation environments (GitLab, Git, Jenkins, Ansible, hypervisor technologies, ...), including building and maintaining corresponding pipelines
- You have several years of practical experience in software testing and a good sense for quality, processes and technology
- You are familiar with modern test and development methods and ideally bring one or more certifications: ISTQB Certified Tester (FL/TA), IREB Foundation Level, ITIL Foundation, Hermes or Scrum Master
- You work in a structured, analytical and independent manner – and always keep an overview even in complex test environments
- Willingness to travel regionally 60%
- Teamwork, clear communication and a high willingness to learn are natural for you
- Good German skills in spoken and written form, English skills are mandatory
If you do not meet all the requirements one hundred percent, apply anyway. We are always looking for talented and motivated people who want to enrich our team. We place great value on diversity and equal opportunities and our goal is to build a diverse team in which everyone can fully develop their personal strengths. We especially encourage all people, regardless of their gender, who may have concerns about taking a position in a military-related environment, to apply.
About the department
We offer secure and interoperable communication solutions for the Swiss Army and national and international security agencies and are responsible for the integration, operation and maintenance of security-relevant information, communication and command systems.
This position is located in the project to replace the existing Integrated Military Telecommunications System (IMFS) of the Swiss Army. (12)
Your benefits
Salary and benefits
We place great importance on our employees finding a healthy balance between work and private life. Therefore, among other things, we offer flexible working hours and home office options.
We offer you a performance-oriented and market-appropriate salary, 13 monthly salaries as well as generous bonuses and allowances. Together with other benefits, this results in an attractive overall package.
Flexible working
Discounts
At RUAG you benefit from discounts in the areas of mobility and catering. In addition, you benefit from attractive offers on our benefit portal and have fleet discounts with various renowned car brands.
Advancement and training opportunities
It is important to us to promote and develop the potential of our employees. Through training, courses and further education, we support them in continuously expanding their skills to achieve their professional goals.
Leisure activities
Our employees are close to our hearts. That is why we give them a day off on their birthday, offer a diverse sports programme and the possibility to take additional days off with salary deduction in addition to the annual holiday entitlement.
Your contact person
Lars Thomann
Talent Acquisition Specialist
lars.thomann@ruag.ch