DevOps Engineer – Java/Kotlin/Microservices (SAFe & Scrum)

About the role

A software development project in Zurich and its surroundings is looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer with deep knowledge of Java, Kotlin and microservices. The focus is on building and architecting business-critical, web-based applications with high demands on load handling and availability. The role is fixed term, from 1 December 2026 to 31 October 2028, at 80–100% workload with hybrid work only within Switzerland.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and enhance business-critical applications using Java and Kotlin
• Design and implement microservices and self-contained systems
• Contribute to the software architecture of web services with high load and availability requirements
• Ensure scalability, stability and software quality during development
• Work in agile teams following SAFe and Scrum, using Jira for task tracking

Required profile

• At least 8 years of verifiable experience with microservices and self-contained systems
• Demonstrable experience as a software developer on business-critical applications with load and availability requirements
• Experience in the software architecture of internet-based services
• Practical experience in agile environments using SAFe and Scrum
• German C2 or native; English B2

Required skills

• Java and Kotlin (at least 8 years each)
• Jira (at least 8 years)
• Plus: 3 years with Linux and Oracle databases, and banking solution development