Prime21
Zürich
Software Engineer Cyber Security
- 19 May 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent), English (Fluent)
- Zürich
About the job
For our client - a leading Swiss provider of cyber security solutions - we are looking for a committed individual with broad experience in software development and enthusiasm for IT security.
The company develops its own security products and supports globally active customers with customised solutions in the areas of Web Application & API Protection (WAAP), Access Control and DevSecOps. If you love technological innovations, feel at home in modern architectures and are passionate about topics such as Kubernetes, CI/CD and cyber security, this is your chance!
The company develops its own security products and supports globally active customers with customised solutions in the areas of Web Application & API Protection (WAAP), Access Control and DevSecOps. If you love technological innovations, feel at home in modern architectures and are passionate about topics such as Kubernetes, CI/CD and cyber security, this is your chance!
Your Tasks
- Further development of modern cyber security platforms in an agile, interdisciplinary development team
- Co-design and technical expansion of in-house products in the areas of Web Application Firewall, Network Access Control and API protection solutions
- Active participation in architectural decisions - focusing on frontend, backend or fullstack (depending on interest and experience)
- Use of modern technologies (e.g. Kubernetes, OpenShift, Java, Angular, CI/CD)
- Continuous knowledge building in security-relevant topics and tools
Our Requirements
- Degree in computer science (university, university of applied sciences, ETH, college) or equivalent, practical professional experience in software engineering
- Very good knowledge of Java (must-have), complemented by other programming and scripting languages
- Experience with Kubernetes or OpenShift is mandatory
- Practical experience in agile methods, CI/CD pipelines and DevOps approaches
- Strong communication skills in German (at least B2) and English (at least B2)
- Ideally knowledge of Angular (v17+), machine learning or CNCF technologies
- Desirable: certifications in the Kubernetes environment (CKA, CKAD) or experience with WAF / API gateways / reverse proxies
Your Prospects
- Modern working environment with offices in Zurich & Bern - or remote
- Flexible working time models (annual working time, holiday purchase possible)
- 5 weeks holiday & additional benefits (mobile phone subscription, fleet discounts, anniversary gifts)
- Personal and professional development: training, certifications, career opportunities
- Team with an open, collegial atmosphere and flat hierarchies
