AI Software Engineer
ekona · Switzerland
For individuals who are adept at problem-solving, are endlessly curious, and take pride in creating functional solutions.
Most job descriptions feature standard bullet points. This one stands out because we seek exceptional individuals.
At ekona, we develop production-grade AI systems for industries where quality is indispensable. Our clients trust us because we think independently, solve problems rapidly, and deliver with Swiss precision.
We are looking for engineers who do not wait for perfect instructions—those who explore, experiment, and ask insightful questions. You should enjoy ambiguity as it provides you space to think. A successful candidate will effectively engage with clients, comprehend their challenges, and develop solutions that blend engineering and AI seamlessly.
If this resonates with you, continue reading.
What You Will Actually Do
Not theoretical research. Not endless prototyping. Real engineering. Real users. Real impact.
- Understand problems deeply: Engage directly with clients and their domain experts. Ask the right questions, map the problem, and challenge assumptions.
- Build fast, build well: Prototype solutions quickly, then transform them into robust, production-ready systems. Design and deploy AI multi-agent workflows and LLM-powered applications. Mix modern software engineering with state-of-the-art AI tools.
- Ship products that matter: Deliver end-to-end solutions across life sciences, supply chain, production, and finance. Take ownership of your work from architecture to testing, deployment, observability, and iteration.
- Work in cloud environments: Utilize modern engineering practices.
- Shape how we work: Influence ekona's technical roadmap. Help us develop our AI engineering playbook, frameworks, and tools. Bring your curiosity, voice, and ideas—they will be valued.
What You Need
We prioritize your thought process, learning ability, and execution capabilities.
The specific tech stack is less significant than your ability to accomplish tasks using the appropriate tools and approaches as needed.
You may be a great fit if you:
- Quickly acquire new tools, frameworks, and architectures.
- Are at ease with AI/LLM tooling, or are eager to learn swiftly.
- Possess strong foundations in modern software engineering.
- Have delivered real systems end-to-end—not just prototypes.
- Can navigate cloud environments and containerized deployments.
- Can design and construct scalable APIs and data flows.
- Can apply AI multi-agent or LLM-based patterns (or learn them quickly).
- Are proficient in Python and TypeScript, or can quickly ramp up.
- Understand how to architect robust, maintainable systems.
These are not rigid requirements; they illustrate what success looks like at ekona. If you can show your capacity to learn, reason, and deliver, we want to hear from you.
Why ekona
- Quality matters: A workplace that truly values engineering quality.
- Real impact: Engage in projects with tangible effects in regulated industries.
- Autonomy: Work in an environment resembling that of a founding team, with freedom, trust, and direct influence.
- Culture: Fast-moving, pragmatic, and entrepreneurial.
- No BS: No meaningless bureaucracy, no endless meetings, no "AI theater."
- Shape the future: Your work contributes to the future of AI engineering in Switzerland.
Who Thrives Here
People who are:
- Curious—constantly learning, consistently asking why.
- Resourceful—finding a way when there seems to be none.
- Hands-on—preferring building over theorizing.
- Entrepreneurial—taking ownership and driving outcomes.
- Technically rigorous—dedicated to doing things correctly.
- Comfortable in uncertainty—seeing ambiguity as opportunity.
- Obsessed with solving real problems—prioritizing impact over elegance.
- Excited to work directly with clients—understanding communication as an integral part of engineering.
- Quick learners—adaptable and pragmatic.
- Capable of building fast and well—prioritizing speed without sacrificing quality.
Is This You?
If you prefer spending most of your time writing documents or refining prototypes, this may not be the right fit.
If you aspire to ship impactful AI products and help shape the next phase of AI engineering, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Interested?
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.