Software Engineer Integration
✨ AI Summary
CDDS, a deep-tech startup building high-performance autonomous systems for Europe's defense and critical infrastructure, is hiring a Software Engineer Integration in Zürich. The role involves building Python services and APIs, integrating drones with radar and third-party systems, and developing fleet-management tooling. Requires an MSc/PhD in CS or related field, strong Python skills, 3+ years of professional experience, and Linux familiarity; experience with C2 systems or radar feeds is a plus. On-site in Hardbrucke, with attractive compensation and a mission-driven, fast-paced environment.
You want to help build Europe's resilience. You want to protect people and critical infrastructure - ultimately saving the lives of thousands. You want to work at the frontier of high-performance autonomous systems.
YOUR MISSION
Join us at CDDS to build the software platform that connects our next-generation interceptor drones with sensors and operators.
We are looking for an all-around software developer to:
- build the software platform that ties multiple systems together - including radar and external sensors - to give operators a single live picture
- integrate our drones with third-party systems, ensuring low latency and reliable software
- develop fleet-management tooling to monitor, configure, and coordinate drones in the field
We move at a high pace and priorities shift quickly — you should be comfortable building in an environment where the problem can change underneath you.
Tasks
WHAT YOU MIGHT WORK ON
- Build high-quality, maintainable Python services and APIs for the ground segment
- Integrating our system with third-party platforms by developing plugins and real-time data interfaces
- Designing fleet-management and provisioning tooling for the interceptor drone fleet
- Monitoring and tuning system performance
Requirements
REQUIRED
• MSc or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, with a strong academic record. ETH Zürich or an equivalent university is preferred.
• Strong Python programming skills
• At least 3 years of relevant professional experience
• Experience with Linux-based development environments
• Understanding of software security fundamentals
NICE TO HAVE
• Experience integrating with command and control (C2) systems
• Experience working with radar feeds or other external sensors
• Knowledge of networking protocols and secure communication
• Experience with bash CLI
Benefits
• Direct impact on a mission-critical technology shaping Europe's security landscape
• Fast-moving startup environment with high ownership
• Work with a highly technical, ambitious, and hands-on team
• Real-world testing, deployments, and customer demonstrations
• Attractive compensation
• Location: Hardbrucke (Zurich), on-site
• Start date: October, November
• Environment: Rapidly growing deep-tech startup, high-impact mission