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Software Engineer, Blockchain & Distributed Systems

Switzerland, Lugano · Job Posted February 17, 2026
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We are seeking Software Engineers, an entry-level to more senior technical role focused on learning and contributing to the development of blockchain and digital asset solutions for enterprise and institutional clients. This role provides hands-on experience with distributed systems, cryptography, and financial technology while working alongside experienced developers and architects. Within the Service & Enterprise Solutions organization, the Software Engineers contribute to building secure, scalable platforms for banking clients. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge blockchain technologies, learn industry best practices, and grow technical skills in a fast-paced fintech environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Write clean, maintainable code following team coding standards and best practices
  • Implement features and functionality based on technical specifications
  • Debug and resolve software defects with guidance from senior team members
  • Develop and execute unit tests to ensure code quality
  • Participate in code reviews to learn from experienced developers
  • Support integration activities with APIs, databases, and external systems
  • Document code and technical processes clearly
  • Collaborate with architects, DevOps engineers, and QA teams
  • Learn and apply software development principles, design patterns, and fintech domain knowledge

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
  • 0-5 years of professional software development experience (internships and academic projects count)
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, Java, or Rust)
  • Understanding of fundamental programming concepts: data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming
  • Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows
  • Self-starter with proven ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams and geographies, demonstrating high-quality and high-touch customer engagement throughout all phases of delivery
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
  • Eagerness to learn new technologies and adapt quickly
  • Languages: English required
  • Swiss German/German, French and/or Italian a plus
  • Location: Switzerland, with focus on Lugano

Nice to have

  • Basic understanding of blockchain, distributed systems, or cryptography concepts
  • Exposure to API design and RESTful services
  • Interest in cryptocurrency, digital assets, or decentralized technologies
  • Experience with databases (SQL/NoSQL)
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) or containerization (Docker)
  • Understanding of agile development methodologies
  • Contributions to open-source projects or personal coding portfolio
  • Interest in progressing into senior development or architecture roles
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