About NIRLAB AG

The NIRLAB team at 908 Devices, based in Lausanne, Switzerland, develops advanced handheld spectroscopy solutions that combine near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy with machine learning. Our technology enables rapid, on-the-spot analysis of materials, providing users with immediate insight into material composition wherever it is needed.
NIRLAB was established in 2018 and its technology is used by customers across 40 countries worldwide. Today, as part of 908 Devices, the team contributes its expertise in NIR spectroscopy, machine learning, and handheld analysis to 908 Devices’ broader portfolio of innovative analytical technologies.

Software Engineer position at NIRLAB (80-100%)

We are seeking a proactive, experienced, and innovative Software Engineer to strengthen our software development team. This role focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing software components that power our advanced spectroscopy solution. The main software components are a mobile application, a web platform, and a dedicated ML model runtime. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in at least one of the following domains:

• Mobile app development on Android and iOS, ideally with .NET MAUI

• Frontend development, ideally with Svelte and SvelteKit

• Backend development, ideally with Django and Django rest framework

• Deployment of ML models for use with production systems

Tasks

• Collaborate with the software development team and other departments to design, develop, and maintain product features that meet (internal and external) user’s needs.

• Collaborate with the software development team to rigorously test software components to ensure adherence to high quality standards.

• Collaborate with the software development team to ensure the security, availability and high performance of software components.

• Collaborate with the software development team to reproduce and fix reported and discovered issues.

• Proactively contribute to software products improvement, on the user interface, technical, and development process levels.

• Maintain pragmatic, development and operations focused technical documentation.

• Identify automation opportunities in the above tasks, implement, validate and monitor them once deployed.

• Stay updated with emerging technologies and evolution of technologies used by NIRLAB.

Requirements

• Open minded, willing to learn new skills and share your expertise.

• Proven experience building complex, production grade software products.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience. Advanced degrees or certifications in machine learning or cloud solutions are a plus.

• Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: Python, C#, Typescript. Strong experience with at least one of the following frameworks is a big plus: Django/Django rest framework/Xamarin/.NET MAUI/Svelte/SvelteKit.

• Proficiency with version control systems (git).

• Familiarity with agile development methodologies (kanban, scrum).

• Experience with containerization (docker/docker compose, Kubernetes a plus).

• Experience with cloud providers (AWS, Infomaniak) is a plus.

• Experience with database management (MySQL/PostgreSQL) is a plus.

• Experience designing intuitive user interfaces and coherent user experiences is a plus.

• Knowledge of NIR spectroscopy and its applications is a plus.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a cutting-edge technology company making a significant impact across various industries.

• Personal responsibility and fast pace in a dynamic and challenging working environment.

• Flat hierarchies, transparent communication, and an open and direct feedback culture.

• Flexible working environment with the ability to work remotely with one day per week team gathering at the office.

• Making the world a safer and better-informed through immediate, precise substance analysis.