Swiss Timing Software Developer
- Address
- Wiesenring 11, 04159 Leipzig View map
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- IT & Technology Systems
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
About Swiss Timing
Swiss Timing stands at the intersection of Swiss precision, technological innovation, and world-class sport. As a member of the Swatch Group, the company has built an exceptional reputation for delivering timing, scoring, data handling, and broadcast solutions for the Olympic Games and leading international competitions. As an employer, Swiss Timing offers a dynamic environment where engineers, project leaders, technicians, and digital specialists contribute to moments watched by millions. The company values accuracy, reliability, teamwork, and calm excellence under pressure, providing employees with the opportunity to work on complex global events while advancing the standards of performance measurement in elite sport.
The Software Developer at Swiss Timing develops solutions used at major international sporting events, including the Olympic Games and World Cups, and supports software quality and reliability through continuous improvement. The role also supports competition technology, collaborates with sports managers and federations, trains testing and operational teams, and contributes to project management; travel is approximately 20% in Germany and abroad.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop software solutions used at major international sporting events, including the Olympic Games and World Cups.
- Ensure the highest software quality and reliability by supporting continuous improvement.
- Support technology during sports competitions and collaborate closely with sports managers and sports federations.
- Support and train the testing and operational teams.
- Participate in small-scale project management.
Qualifications
- Degree in computer science.
- Experience developing C# software applications for web or heavy-client environments.
- Experience with web technologies is a strong asset.
- Knowledge of Azure DevOps/Team Foundation Server and experience using Git in an agile environment.
- Ability to work effectively as a team member while also working autonomously.
- Ability to meet deadlines and handle stressful situations.
- Availability to travel approximately 20% in Germany and abroad.
- Interest in sport.
- Experience planning and delivering software platforms used across multiple products and organizational units.
- Understanding of security principles.
- Understanding of software quality assurance principles.
- Technical mindset and strong attention to detail.
- Fluent English; German or French is an asset.
Skills
Education
Degree in computer science.
Workplace
This position is based in Leipzig, Saxony, Germany.
Culture
Swiss Timing offers a workplace culture defined by precision, innovation, and the excitement of world-class sport. As part of the Swatch Group, it brings together technical expertise, teamwork, and operational excellence, giving employees the opportunity to contribute to high-profile international events where reliability and performance are essential.
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