Swiss Timing System Engineer
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Engineering, Facilities & Maintenance
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Aug 26, 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.
Swiss Timing seeks a System Engineer in Leipzig to design and maintain precision timing technology for elite sports events. Full-time technical role at Swatch Group subsidiary.
Role & Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain high-precision timing and measurement systems for elite sports events
- Ensure seamless integration of Swiss Timing's state-of-the-art technology across multiple platforms and venues
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for timing infrastructure during live competitions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance and reliability
- Document technical specifications and maintain comprehensive system architecture documentation
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline
- Proven experience designing and managing complex system architectures
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols, databases, and real-time systems
- Experience with sports timing systems or precision measurement technology is advantageous
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
Skills
Experience
Minimum 3–5 years of professional experience in systems engineering, infrastructure management, or a closely related technical role, preferably involving mission-critical or precision-dependent systems.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent professional qualification.
Workplace
The role is situated 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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