Embedded Software Engineer

About Crypto Finance Group

The Crypto Finance Group comprises two FINMA-regulated financial institutions and a BaFin-regulated subsidiary in Germany. As part of Deutsche Börse Group, Crypto Finance AG provides professional digital asset solutions to institutional clients. This includes one of the first FINMA-approved securities firms offering 24/7 brokerage services, along with custody, staking, infrastructure, and tokenisation solutions. Additionally, it features the first FINMA-approved manager of collective assets for crypto assets, managing the first Swiss crypto fund. Headquartered in Switzerland, the Crypto Finance Group's German subsidiary has secured four BaFin licenses to provide brokerage and custody services.

For further information, please visit: www.crypto-finance.com

We are currently looking for an Embedded Software Engineer (100%) to join our team. The starting date tbd at our office on the 24th floor of the Prime Tower in Zurich.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design firmware for an operator-facing approval terminal, part of an institutional-grade cryptocurrency custody solution
• Extend key components of our security architecture
• Influence architectural decisions of the overall infrastructure, including other related initiatives related to secure authorisation and the authentication of transactions
• Produce high quality, secure, and clean code
• Participate in code and design review activities
• Deep dive into the technological details of relevant blockchain protocols
• Closely collaborate with other teams, to develop new features
• Troubleshoot and resolve production support issues

• University degree in computer science or similar
• Minimum 5 years of experience working on embedded systems, preferably in the field of cryptography or security
• Proficiency in C programming; any additional institutional languages such as Java, Go, C#, Rust, etc. are a plus
• Knowledge of embedded systems, secure coding, and low-level optimisations
• Knowledge of automated testing frameworks for embedded devices
• Familiarity with microcontrollers and real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Experience with unit testing and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Decent understanding of cryptographic primitives
• InfoSec and risk averse mindset
• Familiar with Linux or Mac environments
• Open minded and motivated to learn new skills and share existing knowledge
• Knowledge of and interest in blockchain technology and/or crypto assets is a plus
• English professional proficiency; German is a plus

• Join an international, fast-paced blockchain and fintech team with experienced industry leaders
• Work at the forefront of an inspiring, dynamic new sector in B2B finance with digital assets
• Be part of our friendly, knowledge-sharing, entrepreneurial culture, and flat hierarchy
• Work in a role that lets you learn, and gives you responsibility and independence

Our Culture

At the heart of our company, we prioritise:

• Innovation and Continuous Learning
• Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing
• Entrepreneurial Spirit and Flat Hierarchies
• Values such as Excellence, Delivery, Ownership, Passion, and Unity

Please note:
We do not accept CVs from recruiting or staffing agencies.
Due to the Swiss labour legislation, we can only accept applicants who have the right to work in Switzerland (are in possession of a Swiss work permit or are EU/EFTA citizens). All other applications will not be considered.