Software Engineer (DevOps), Federal Elections Project

Neuenburg, Switzerland (and home office) | 80-100% Your contribution <br /> • Operate containerized applications under Linux and manage multi-container environments with Podman and Compose tools • Build a self-hosted CI/CD infrastructure and establish automated build, test, and deployment processes • Further develop and operate existing Python applications and microservices, translating SAS scripts from different subject areas into Python • Ensure monitoring and logging with Grafana, Prometheus, and Loki as well as maintaining dashboards • Operate and further develop PostgreSQL databases, integration components, and storage solutions (NAS, S3) • Implement systematic tests (end-to-end, integration, and unit tests) and create documentation (operating manuals, service descriptions) <br /> What makes you unique <br /> • University or university of applied sciences degree in computer science or comparable training, as well as practical experience in the operation and further development of demanding IT systems • Very good knowledge of Python, especially in the development and maintenance of applications with Flask and Gunicorn • Good knowledge of Linux, Podman or Docker as well as CI/CD and GitHub-based workflows • Experience with monitoring and logging solutions as well as PostgreSQL; knowledge of Apache Camel, NAS or S3 is an advantage • Active knowledge of an official language as well as good English skills <br /> In a nutshell Take on a central role in the further development and reliable operation of the system for the automated processing of election and voting data. In a small, highly motivated team, you will specifically help shape the CI/CD infrastructure and thereby contribute significantly to the success of an important digitalization project in the area of political rights in Switzerland. The position is temporary until the end of 2027 due to the project. Depending on suitability, further employment for interesting transversal tasks within the department beyond the project is conceivable. What we offer <br /> • Working for Switzerland We are committed to the Swiss success model and work for the benefit of the population. • Lived diversity Thanks to equal opportunities, we develop our competencies and bring in different perspectives. • Healthy at the workplace We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health. All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/de/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html) <br /> Statistics count. For you too. The Federal Statistical Office (BFS) is the national competence center for public statistics and a central actor in the Swiss data ecosystem. It produces statistical information, works for harmonized data through national data management, and uses data science methods to further develop the extraction of knowledge from data. In this way, the BFS contributes to public opinion formation and makes an important contribution to modern democratic state governance. Additional information The Health and Social Affairs department is a leader in the efficient and automated processing of statistical and administrative data for various stakeholders. In the Politics, Culture, Media section, the Politics team ensures the publication of election and voting results in quasi-real-time on various channels on election and voting days. Questions about the position Alain Herzig Head of Department +41 58 46 72565 Questions about the application Marianne Zumbach Head of Human Resources +41 58 46 08367