Senior Full-Stack Engineer

The Leadership Companion is an AI-based project at ETH Zurich that focuses on leadership and collaboration in organizations. The project is currently in the research and prototyping phase. Together with partners from academia and industry, we are working on addressing questions and further developing the existing research prototype. At the same time, the tool is being gradually introduced within ETH Zurich to test its application in real-world environments.

To support this project, we are looking for a motivated Full-Stack Engineer to join our team in building and maintaining modern web applications and cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate brings a structured approach to their work, a hands‑on approach, and enjoys working in a small, interdisciplinary team.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Full-Stack Engineer to lead the development of scalable web applications and cloud-native infrastructure. You will architect solutions, mentor team members, and drive technical decisions across frontend, backend, and Dev Ops.

This position is offered on a fixed‑term basis for one year, with the possibility of extension.

• Design and implement full‑stack applications using React, Next.js, or Angular
• Architect robust backend services with Python (FastAPI, Flask)
• Manage Postgre
  
  SQL and Mongo
  
  DB databases, optimize queries and schemas
• Build and maintain cloud infrastructure on Azure using Terraform and Kubernetes
• Own CI/CD pipelines with Git Lab CI and ensure deployment reliability
• Create comprehensive API documentation (Swagger/OpenAPI) and technical specs
• Drive automation initiatives and establish engineering best practices

• 5–10+ years of professional software engineering experience (excluding studies)
• Deep expertise in Python and Type Script/Java Script
• Proven experience with React, Next.js, or Angular at production scale
• Strong backend skills with FastAPI or Flask
• Hands‑on experience with Kubernetes, Terraform, and Azure
• Proficiency in database design (Postgre
  
  SQL, Mongo
  
  DB)
• Track record of building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Experience with automation and infrastructure‑as‑code
• Self‑driven with strong ownership mentality
• Fluent in English;
  German is a plus

You also bring the following qualities:

• Proven ability to structure complex situations and implement solutions in a solution‑oriented manner
• Analytical and structured approach to work with a clear focus on outcomes and results
• High level of initiative and enjoyment of varied tasks in a small team
• Enjoyment of interdisciplinary collaboration and building bridges between technology, research, and application

• Your job with impact:
  Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development, but also actively contributes to positive change in society
• An interesting and varied job in exciting and innovative organizations
• Working in a highly committed multidisciplinary team
• Regular meetings and close collaboration with the Sinergia project partners
• You can expect numerous benefits, such as public transport season tickets and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ, childcare and attractive pension benefits

Working, teaching and research at ETH Zurich

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