Senior AI Software Engineer

Senior AI Software Developer – Fin Tech Innovation Platform – Bern / Hybrid

Key skills: AI Software Development, Java, Python, Machine Learning, Generative AI, LLMs, Cloud Platforms, Azure, AWS, API Development, Data Engineering, Agile, Fin Tech

Our client, an innovative financial technology business based in Bern, is investing heavily in AI-driven platforms designed to modernise financial operations, automate workflows and improve customer experiences. As part of this growth, they are seeking a Senior AI Software Developer to help architect and deliver scalable AI-powered applications across the organisation.

In this role, you will design, develop and implement intelligent software solutions leveraging modern AI and machine learning technologies. You will work across the full software development lifecycle, building scalable backend services, integrating AI models and collaborating closely with product, engineering and business teams to translate complex requirements into production-ready solutions. Experience working with LLMs, Generative AI and AI-assisted workflows will be highly valuable.

You will contribute to the development of cloud-native applications using technologies such as Java/Python, APIs, containerisation and modern cloud platforms including Azure or AWS. The role will also involve working with structured and unstructured data, building integrations and helping drive best practices around performance, scalability and maintainability. Exposure to data engineering, MLOps or real-time AI systems would be highly advantageous.

Collaboration will be central to your success. You will work in Agile teams alongside developers, architects and stakeholders across the business, contributing to technical design discussions, mentoring colleagues and helping shape the organisation’s broader AI strategy. Strong communication skills and the ability to balance innovation with practical delivery are essential.

The ideal candidate will bring solid commercial software engineering experience alongside hands‑on exposure to AI or machine learning technologies in production environments. Strong programming expertise in Python/Java or similar modern languages is required, alongside a passion for continuous learning and emerging technologies. Experience with in financial services, banking or Fin Tech environments would be beneficial but is not essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and technology‑driven Fin Tech business where AI is a strategic priority, and your work will directly influence the future of digital financial services.

Location: Bern, Switzerland / 3 days a week in the offices.

Salary: CHF 110,000 – CHF 125,000 + Benefits

Applicants must have the right to work in Switzerland.