The job of the Database Engineer is to participate in development of database solutions incorporated in the manufacturing process of optical switches built by Huber+Suhner Polatis at their facilities around the world. Part of the role is to maintain and expand functionality of production database system, as well as integrating it with new and existing software controlling test and automation stations.

• Maintaining and expanding functionality of database structures (MsSQL)
• Developing stored procedures needed for data exchange alongside other team members
• Creating and revising software documentation
• Analyzing production requirements and proposing data-oriented solutions
• Designing and executing application test plans on database side
• Maintaining SVN/GIT repositories
• Following company standard good coding practices
• Keeping database and test data documentation up to date

• Suitable qualification (Degree/HND/Others in a numerate discipline)
• Vast knowledge of database structure design and maintenance, processing big data sets and maintaining manufacturing databases, backed by at least 4 years of experience
• Firm understanding of software development process
• Ability to collect and interpret requirements from other developers and production representatives
• Willingness to expand your coding skillset in LabVIEW and to follow other developers’ guidance as well as to share knowledge with others
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and by email, on different organisation levels
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
• Organised, independent, and able to keep track of multiple tasks simultaneously
• Commitment to quality and on-time delivery

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Development skills using LabVIEW
• Web interface development skills
• Understanding of optical switching engineering
• Experience with Jira usage and understanding of Agile methodologies

Why HUBER+SUHNER Polatis?

Our aim is to be the employer of choice and as such you can be assured of a market leading remuneration package that matches your skills and experience.

Your employment and development is at the heart of our "Fundamentals".

We have an entrepreneurial and collaborative culture within the business

Connecting - today and beyond

Addressing people’s needs to be mobile, stay in touch, and feel safe, our technology enables power and data transmission for communication networks, trains and electric vehicles, aerospace and defence systems, industrial applications, and much more. We use decades of expertise to create customised connectivity solutions — always with an attention to quality rooted in our Swiss engineering heritage. We are leaders and pioneers, continuously evolving and innovating to anticipate future needs and opportunities.​ 

As part of our international team, you will work on meaningful challenges, collaborate across cultures and disciplines, and help develop solutions for tomorrow’s world. Your expertise, ideas, and commitment will contribute to innovations that make a difference for our customers, our communities, and future generations.