Gruppenleitung Educational Software Engineering (m/w/d) — ETH Zürich

Full description

Head of Educational Software Engineering (m/f/d)

100%, Zurich, perpetual

To support research and teaching, the IT services of ETH Zurich operate as a service organization in this large and complex IT environment. For our part, we offer the members of ETH Zurich high-quality, flexible and scalable computer science services and thus support them in competition with the best universities in the world.

Do you want to develop software that is used by our students every day? Does it appeal to you to further develop open source solutions with international visibility and to actively shape the digital future of teaching?

Do you want to use your technical skills in an environment that combines research, education and innovation? Are you looking for a task with social relevance, high personal responsibility and the opportunity to achieve sustainable impact with a committed team? Then you are in the right place with us as Group Leader Educational Software Engineering at ETH.

Project background

The Educational Software Engineering group develops and operates centralized digital solutions for teaching and study, including the Open-Source Safe Exam Browser Ecosystem (SEB), the EduApp, and Moodle extensions for digital exams and the Digital Campus. Within the framework of a succession regulation, we are looking for an experienced leader with a well-founded technical background who successfully connects people, processes and technologies.

Job description

• Leadership and development of a team of eight employees and external specialists with regular support from student staff
• Coordination of software projects and portfolio management
• Responsibility for the further development of various teaching support applications (SEB, EduApp, Moodle plugins, etc.)
• You are responsible for critical security components in the area of SEB and SEB servers and continuously develop them further
• You show great initiative and personal responsibility in the exercise of your tasks, contribute your seniority and enjoy a lot of creative freedom with us

Profile

• University of applied sciences or university degree in computer science or in another STEM subject area
• Leadership experience in a software engineering environment
• Practical experience in C and C++ programming (system, kernel driver programming) in the Windows area
• Very good knowledge in the IT security environment, in particular application security and hardening of applications as well as code signature and certificate chains
• Experience in reverse engineering with the associated tools
• Practical experience in using AI-enabled development tools: working with agents, project-specific context and automated comprehensive review processes
• Ability to generate documentation with AI support and keep it up-to-date. Experience in generating test code and evaluations in an automated manner and checking their meaningfulness
• Knowledge of test automation
• Good knowledge of web technologies JavaScript, Vue.js, Progressive Web Apps, HTML
• Basic knowledge of learning management systems
• Practical experience in open source projects
• Practice in agile software development and an agile mindset
• Rapid comprehension to cope with technically complex problems and develop solutions up to prototypes
• Secure communication in German and English and is adept in dealing with stakeholders at all levels of the university, including senior management functions such as professor:innen, department managers and staff management

We offer

Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development, but also actively contributes to positive changes in society.

Working for the Vice President of Infrastructure and Sustainability (VPIN) means actively shaping the future of ETH Zurich – an inspiring, international and innovative institution. Their commitment creates the best conditions for excellence in teaching, research, knowledge transfer and sustainability at ETH Zurich.

In an open, inspiring atmosphere, trust, reliability and mutual respect form the foundation of our cooperation. We not only offer you security, but also a wide range of further development opportunities. With us, you can expect meaningful work in an innovative and appreciative environment that you can help shape and that opens up new perspectives.

• At ETH Zurich, you can expect a dynamic and international environment.
• An established, helpful open team and the workplace is modern
• There is room for manoeuvre and practical and creative solutions are very welcome
• We Live: Lifelong Learning
• Discounts such as public transport subscriptions and car sharing, broad sports offer of the ASVZ, child care, attractive pension services, etc.

Diversity and sustainability are important to us

In line with our values, ETH Zurich supports an inclusive culture. We promote equal opportunities, value diversity and cultivate a working and learning environment that respects the rights and dignity of all employees and students. On our website on equal opportunities and diversity, you will learn how we ensure a fair and open environment in which everyone can develop and flourish. Sustainability is a key value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future.

Curious? We are too.

Does the university environment appeal to you and the opportunity to constantly learn new things? Are you ready to meet the daily challenges together with our experienced team?

We look forward to your online application (please only direct applications) with the following documents:

• Letter of motivation
• CVC
• Employment certificates
• Evidence of qualification and continuing education

The job entry would be on 01.11.2026 or by agreement. Please apply exclusively via the online application portal. Applications by e-mail or by post will not be considered.

For information, Werner Schnedl, Group Manager Educational Software Engineering, is at your disposal by email [email protected] (no application documents).

Please apply exclusively via the online application portal. Applications by e-mail or by post will not be considered.

We are happy to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.

For recruitment agencies, the terms and conditions of ETH Zurich apply.

About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the best technical science universities in the world. We are known for our excellent teaching, groundbreaking basic research and the direct transfer of new findings into society. More than 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find an environment that promotes independent thinking and a climate that inspires excellence. In the heart of Europe and globally networked, we jointly develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.