Job Description

Do you have proven experience designing and developing embedded firmware for low-power IoT devices using C/C++ (RTOS or bare-metal)? Are you confident working across wireless technologies like BLE, LoRa, or Cellular, and building scalable cloud-side ingestion pipelines and device fleet management systems? If so, join us as a

IoT Engineer

and help shape the future of connected systems. Be part of a team that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and impact.


At SkyCell, we're on a mission to change the world by revolutionizing the global supply chain. Our cutting-edge temperature-controlled container solutions are designed to ensure the safe and secure delivery of life-saving pharmaceuticals, with sustainability at the core of everything we do.


We're a fast-growing, purpose-driven scale-up where you'll make an impact, feel empowered, and thrive in a diverse, innovative environment.

Why SkyCell?

Purpose-Driven Work: Make a real difference by contributing to a more sustainable future in global logistics and healthcare. Innovation at Heart: Work with cutting-edge technology and be at the forefront of supply chain innovation. Stronger together: Join a supportive team of talented individuals from over 40 countries, where we work together every step of the way. Growth Opportunities: We believe in investing in our people - continuous learning and development are key pillars of SkyCell. Award-Winning Culture: Join a workplace recognized for its commitment to excellence with a 'Great Place to work' award, as well as a Platinum Ecovadis rating highlighting our sustainability and employee well-being.

What You'll Do:

SkyCell's IoT team is at the forefront of developing the next-generation IoT devices, which are integral to our global network of temperature-controlled containers. These devices ensure the safe and secure delivery of life-saving pharmaceuticals, with sustainability at the core of everything we do. The team uses modern, standard technology, focusing on reliability and security, and is proud to be a great and esteemed counterpart of our hardware, software, and cloud teams.


In this role you'll also:

Design and implement embedded firmware for low-power IoT devices using C/C++ (RTOS or bare-metal) Integrate wireless communication technologies such as BLE, LoRa, or Cellular Build and operate cloud-side ingestion pipelines and device fleet management systems Implement secure and robust OTA update mechanisms for remote firmware management Contribute to the design and deployment of scalable cloud architectures for IoT integrations Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for firmware and cloud components (e.g., GitHub Actions) Collaborate with cross-functional teams across firmware, hardware, and cloud domains Troubleshoot complex system-level issues across device, connectivity, and cloud layers Contribute to architecture and process improvements based on emerging best practices

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field Proven experience with embedded firmware development in C/C++ (RTOS or bare-metal) Understanding of embedded interfaces: I2C, SPI, UART Hands-on experience with wireless protocols: BLE, LoRa, or Cellular Familiarity with IoT communication protocols and data formats (MQTT, HTTP/REST, CoAP, Protobuf, JSON) Experience managing cloud-based ingestion and lifecycle systems for connected device fleets Comfortable with backend languages (e.g., Python, Go, Node.js, or Java) for device integration and automation Experience designing cloud-connected IoT systems at scale Proven implementation of OTA updates in production systems Strong system-level debugging and problem-solving skills Language: EN
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Nice to Have

AWS or Azure Solution Architect certification Familiarity with digital twins, device shadows, or telemetry schema modelling Ability to evaluate and work with cloud infrastructure models, including serverless, containerised, and virtual machine-based deployments, based on IoT solution requirements Experience with cloud platforms and IoT frameworks (e.g., AWS IoT, Azure IoT, GCP, or custom cloud infrastructure) Exposure to IaC and configuration tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Serverless Framework, Ansible) Hands-on experience with CI/CD tooling for embedded and cloud deployments

Benefits

What's In It For You?

Flexibility & Balance: Flexible working hours and work-life balance allow you to tailor work to fit your life. Recognition & Growth: Opportunities for career advancement in a company that values your contributions. Remote role with opportunities for ad hoc face-to-face interactions to inspire collaboration amongst a globally diverse team. Company-wide Events: Join us for company events to celebrate successes, build teams, and share our vision. Plus, new joiners experience SkyWeek, our immersive onboarding program. Generous Maternity & Paternity Leave: Support for new parents with competitive maternity and paternity leave. ? Annual Leave & Bank Holidays: Enjoy a generous annual leave package, plus local bank holidays to recharge and unwind.

Ready to Make an Impact?

We're not just offering a job; we're offering a chance to be part of something bigger. At SkyCell, you'll help build a future where pharmaceutical delivery is efficient, sustainable, and transformative.

Stay Connected with SkyCell

Visit http://www.skycell.ch and explore #WeAreSkyCell on LinkedIn

How to Apply

Simply click 'apply for this job' below! We can't wait to meet you and discuss how you can contribute to our mission! Please note, we are unable to consider applications sent to us via email.


If you have any questions, you can contact our Talent Team (talent@skycell.ch).





SkyCell AG is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.


For this position, if you are not located in, or able to relocate (without sponsorship) to one of the above locations, your application cannot be considered.