Software Developer / Software Developeress

About Us

Founded in 2016, Zurich-based Sulzer Schmid is at the forefront of innovation in the energy service sector. Recognizing the potential for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology to redefine industrial-grade inspections, we have developed an end-to-end technology platform that produces high-quality rotor blade inspection results with ease—precisely, repeatably, and efficiently. To date, we have inspected wind turbines in more than 40 countries worldwide using our 3DX™ technology, underpinned by our commitment to the highest standards of quality, efficiency, safety, and groundbreaking technology. Our 3DX™ Blade Platform offers a comprehensive solution that integrates all aspects of rotor blade inspection into one system, providing a transparent view of the health status for the entire fleet.

Since September 2024, Sulzer Schmid has been part of RES, the world's leading renewable energy company. This affiliation allows us to leverage RES's extensive expertise to create an even more powerful 3DX™ Blade Platform designed to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

Position Available: Software Developer with Focus on AI

We are seeking a motivated Software Developer to join our Software Development team in Oetwil am See (Canton Zurich). In this role, you will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining our 3DX™ Blade Platform. We value a hands-on approach, a “get things done” mindset, and the ability to work creatively to solve complex problems. As a Software Developer, you will interact with various internal stakeholders to design and implement high-quality software products.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain AI pipelines, primarily focused on computer vision
• Prototype, demonstrate, and validate new AI-driven use cases to improve productivity and efficiency
• Contribute to drone flight and mission software (Android/Kotlin)
• Collaborate closely with software and operations teams
• Provide technical support to drone pilots during field operations
• Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle, from planning and design to testing and deployment

About You

• Hands-on experience in AI/Machine Learning using Python and PyTorch
• High level of initiative and ownership: proactively bring your own ideas, challenge existing approaches, and continuously seek ways to improve solutions
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Robotics, Computer Vision, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
• Strong analytical thinking, debugging, and problem-solving skills
• Solid understanding of geometry, spatial reasoning, and geospatial data
• Experience in drone or robotics software development; mobile development in Android/Kotlin is an asset
• Fluent in English; German is a plus

What We Offer

At Sulzer Schmid, we are not just Software Developers, Electronic Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and Marketing Experts; we are passionate problem solvers, inventors, makers, testers, and customer satisfaction champions. Our agile approach ensures close collaboration and helps us stay at the forefront of innovation. Here, you have the flexibility to work up to 60% remotely, enjoy five weeks of vacation, participate in fun team lunches, and benefit from direct communication channels along with fast decision-making in a dynamic environment. If you want to make a difference and contribute to carbon-neutral power production, we invite you to apply online using the form below.

Note: Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.