Basic
Senior Software Engineer (Tech Lead) - SaaS Startup, 80-100%
Posted: 18.05.2026
Closing date: 02.07.2026
Job reference: 6df3fd4e766dd603cc61f4d82bbd6599
Job information
Location
Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland
Company
TN Switzerland
Client / Employer
vyzn
Job reference
6df3fd4e766dd603cc61f4d82bbd6599
Listing type
Basic
EU work permit required
No
Posted
18.05.2026
Closing date
02.07.2026
Job description
A full stack engineering role with technical leadership and architecture ownership at an early-stage SaaS startup – remote across Europe. Do you want to build the core platform that enables early-stage building design to be optimized through simulation and AI? At vyzn, an ETH spin-off, we’re building a data- and AI-driven SaaS platform that shapes the future of construction planning. In just a few clicks, developers, planners, and architects receive precise insights on emissions, energy, comfort, and costs - based on automatically refined 3D building models - along with AI-powered recommendations to support well-informed decisions. As an Engineering Lead (80–100%), you’ll take ownership of the technical foundation of our platform and lead a small, high-caliber engineering team (3–6 people), with the opportunity to expand and shape the team as we grow. You’ll be deeply hands-on in the codebase while shaping architecture, scaling systems, and helping steer how our product evolves. You enjoy balancing speed, pragmatism, and engineering quality. This role includes significant technical ownership and long-term upside through our ESOP program. Tasks Lead the technical development of our SaaS platform - from concept to deployment. Our stack is a modern Angular frontend paired with a scalable Nx-powered NestJS microservices backend, running on TypeScript end-to-end, with MySQL, Redis/BullMQ for async workloads, and fully containerized via Docker. Shape and evolve the software architecture to ensure scalability, performance, and maintainability as we grow the company and enter new markets. Build and inspire a world-class engineering culture. Mentor the development team (3–6 developers), fostering clean code, knowledge sharing, and best practices Collaborate closely with product and design to translate user needs into technical solutions Coordinate technical priorities with the CTO and founders Oversee code reviews, testing, and deployment pipelines Requirements 5+ years of experience in software development, ideally in SaaS, data, or AI-driven platforms Strong skills in TypeScript/Angular, Node.js, and cloud-based architectures (Azure or AWS) Proven experience in leading small engineering teams or mentoring developers A structured, pragmatic mindset — you know when to build fast and when to build for the long term Excellent communication skills in English; German is a plus Based in Europe (hybrid or remote with occasional workshops) Bonus Interest in architecture, BIM, and sustainability in the built environment Several members of our tech team are based in Egypt. Experience collaborating with teams across the MENA region, or familiarity with the culture is a plus Benefits Flexibility: Hybrid and remote work options to fit your lifestyle. Growth: Work on ambitious technical challenges that accelerate your professional and personal growth as we roll-out our platform in new markets. A-Player Team: Work alongside researchers, founders, and industry experts. Impact: Redefine how buildings are planned and optimized, enabling a more sustainable, affordable and livable future Builder Culture: High autonomy, low bureaucracy, fast decisions. Innovation at the Intersection of AI and Construction: Be part of groundbreaking platform innovation that combines cutting-edge technology with sustainable building solutions. Long-Term Potential: Join a dynamic, growing startup with flat hierarchies, high ownership, and the opportunity for long-term collaboration, including participation in our ESOP program. If you want to build technology that fundamentally changes how buildings are designed, we’d love to hear from you!vyzn, a VC-backed ETH spin-off founded in 2024, is revolutionizing the planning of construction projects with an award-winning, AI-powered SaaS platform. Our software enables developers, building owners and architects to create sustainable and profitable real estate projects. With a clear vision and a growing customer base, we are preparing to scale our platform and are expanding into new markets.
Skills
ABAP
adapt to changes in technological development plans
AJAX
Ajax Framework
analyse software specifications
Ansible
Apache Maven
Apache Tomcat
APL
ASP.NET
Assembly (computer programming)
blockchain openness
blockchain platforms
C
COBOL
CoffeeScript
collect customer feedback on applications
Common Lisp
computer programming
create flowchart diagram
cyber attack counter-measures
data visualisation software
debug software
defence standard procedures
define technical requirements
design user interface
develop automated migration methods
develop creative ideas
develop software prototype
do cloud refactoring
Drupal
Eclipse (integrated development environment software)
engineering principles
engineering processes
Erlang
Git
Groovy
Haskell
IBM WebSphere
ICT debugging tools
ICT security legislation
identify customer requirements
integrate system components
integrated development environment software
Internet of Things
interpret technical requirements
Java (computer programming)
JavaScript
JavaScript Framework
Jenkins (tools for software configuration management)
KDevelop
Laravel
Lisp
manage engineering project
Matlab
Microsoft Visual C++
migrate existing data
ML (computer programming)
MySQL
NoSQL
object-oriented modelling
Objective-C
OpenEdge Advanced Business Language
Oracle Application Development Framework
Pascal (computer programming)
perform scientific research
Perl
PHP
Project Management
Prolog (computer programming)
Puppet (tools for software configuration management)
Python (computer programming)
R
Ruby (computer programming)
Salt (tools for software configuration management)
SAP R3
SAS language
Scala
Scratch (computer programming)
screen reader
Smalltalk (computer programming)
smart contract
software anomalies
software frameworks
Spark
SQL
STAF
Swift (computer programming)
technical drawings
tools for software configuration management
Trading Software
TypeScript
use an application-specific interface
use automatic programming
use concurrent programming
use functional programming
use logic programming
use object-oriented programming
use query languages
use software design patterns
use software libraries
use technical drawing software
utilise computer-aided software engineering tools
utilise machine learning
VBScript
Visual Basic
Web Services
WordPress
World Wide Web Consortium standards
Xcode