Platform Engineer 80-100%

Elan AG is hiring a Senior Platform Engineer for an on-site role in Zug. The position focuses on developing and maintaining a custom Linux distribution and OS abstraction layer for medical devices using C++.

The company is looking for an experienced Linux software engineer to join a team dedicated to Roche's in-house Linux distribution for medical devices. The core mission involves building and sustaining the next-generation OS abstraction layer, which relies on a C++ system daemon and a wide range of plugins that expose operating system functions via an RPC API.

Responsibilities

• Build and sustain the custom OS abstraction layer, with a strong emphasis on the C++ backend and the upcoming system daemon.
• Create a broad suite of plugins that allow operating system capabilities to be accessed through an RPC API.
• Provide technical support for medical instrument and software initiatives, including the ongoing evolution of the proprietary Linux distribution.
• Maintain high system quality by performing C++ unit and integration tests, refactoring older code, and handling Debian packaging and configuration management.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of practical experience with modern C++.
• Proficiency in using Linux as a primary development environment.
• A Master’s degree in Software Engineering, a degree in Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong collaborative skills, a proactive attitude, quick learning ability, and the capacity to solve problems independently.
• Advanced English proficiency, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Background in virtualization, container technologies, Kubernetes, or CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with cloud providers like AWS and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform.
• Experience in embedded software, hardware drivers, ARM platforms, or hardware/software integration.
• Knowledge of the German language is considered an advantage.

What the company offers

• The chance to work within one of the leading pharmaceutical companies globally.
• A modern campus featuring extensive green spaces and collaborative meeting areas.
• A central location in Basel.
• A diverse job profile with varied responsibilities.
• Access to further training opportunities through temptraining.
• The opportunity to work in a dynamic and motivated team.

About the company

The team is composed of Linux software engineers who are encouraged to contribute across different areas based on their individual interests and expertise.

• Engineers are supported in contributing to various project areas according to their specific interests and skills.