About this role
Senior Golang \& Kubernetes Platform Engineer For our client Swisscom, a leading Swiss telecommunications organisation, Swisslinx is seeking an experienced Senior Golang \& Kubernetes Platform Engineer to develop and operate business\-critical cloud\-native platforms. Senior Golang \& Kubernetes Platform Engineer Job description: Develop and maintain Golang\-based backend services used to orchestrate multiple Kubernetes distributions Design and implement REST APIs, GraphQL interfaces and system integrations Build frontend components using React and Material UI Develop workflow automation and orchestration capabilities with Temporal Build, maintain and optimise CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI, Docker and Kubernetes Implement and improve monitoring, logging and alerting for cloud\-based services Work with PostgreSQL, MongoDB and Kafka Automate provisioning, configuration and deployments using Ansible, Helm and Kustomize Take end\-to\-end responsibility for business\-critical platforms in a “you build it, you run it” environment Participate in an on\-call rotation About the customer: This is a long\-term contracting opportunity based in Zurich, offering a hybrid working model. You will join an experienced engineering team working with modern Kubernetes and OpenShift technologies across internal platform initiatives and complex enterprise projects. Requirements: Degree or recognised qualification in computer science, software engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience Several years of professional software\-development experience, with strong hands\-on expertise in Golang Proven experience developing cloud\-native applications and services Strong knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, Git, GitLab CI/CD and modern DevOps practices Experience with React and Material UI Good knowledge of REST APIs, GraphQL and OpenID Connect Experience with PostgreSQL, MongoDB and Kafka Practical knowledge of Ansible, Helm and Kustomize Ability to understand established systems and codebases quickly and contribute from the outset Independent, pragmatic and solution\-oriented approach to complex technical challenges Strong collaboration skills and willingness to share knowledge English and German at B2 level or above Residence in Switzerland and willingness to participate in on\-call duties Compensation benefits: Our client can offer the following: Start date: 1 September 2026 (or by agreement) Initial contract: Until 30 June 2027 (via Swisslinx on labour leasing basis) Workload: 80–100% Location: Zurich Hybrid working: Up to two remote\-working days per week following onboarding Contract extension: Possible Are you an experienced Golang engineer who enjoys building, automating and operating cloud\-native platforms? We look forward to receiving your CV and relevant certificates. jpidc890717jm jit0832jm jiy26jm