Job description:
* Develop software concepts and participate in feasibility studies to meet technical requirements
* Take ownership of software development tasks and ensure high-quality implementation through reviews and established development standards
* Define and estimate work packages and contribute to planning and software unit specifications
* Review designs and contribute to the overall software architecture and quality attributes
* Conduct root cause analysis for complex technical issues and implement bug fixes for post-market software releases
* Ensure compliance with development processes and regulatory standards
* Propose improvements to existing systems and stay up to date with relevant technology trends
About the customer: We are currently supporting our client in the pharmaceutical industry in their search for an experienced Software Engineer with strong Rust development skills to join a multidisciplinary software team working on advanced diagnostic systems. In this position, you will contribute to the development of high-quality software solutions used in molecular laboratory, core laboratory, and point-of-care environments. You will play a key role in designing, building, testing, and releasing software for both IVD and non-IVD products, helping drive innovation in modern healthcare diagnostics. This is a hands-on development role where you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, contribute to software architecture, and help shape future product capabilities. The ideal candidate is a proactive team player who enjoys sharing knowledge, improving existing systems, and contributing ideas that enhance product functionality and efficiency. Requirements:
* University degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
* Proven experience as a Software Engineer with strong Rust development expertise
* Solid understanding of Rust core concepts, including ownership, borrowing, and lifetimes
* Experience with asynchronous programming in Rust (async/await)
* Familiarity with Rust frameworks and libraries such as Tokio, Actix-Web, Rocket, Serde, or SQLx
* Experience working with Linux and Docker
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Proactive and structured working style with focus on delivery and quality
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills
* Fluent English (German is a plus)
Nice to Have • Basic scripting knowledge • Experience with RabbitMQ • Knowledge of CAN bus communication • Understanding of event-driven architectures • Experience working in regulated environments (e.g., medical devices) • Experience working in agile development environments