Join Alpiq's Group IT division, where we empower every business sector with cutting-edge IT solutions. We are on the hunt for a passionate and skilled Application Engineer for our visionary teams in Lausanne or Olten. In this crucial role, you will optimize our energy trading and risk management systems, addressing a variety of stakeholder needs. This is a unique opportunity to influence and excel in a multinational, dynamic environment during an exhilarating period of expansion and creativity at Alpiq. If you are ready to make an impact, apply today and join us on our journey to a brighter and more sustainable future!

Your main responsibilities

• Collaborate with talented development teams to drive innovation and refine technical solutions that drive our business forward.
• Take the lead in enhancing application functionality, putting user experience and strategic goals at the forefront.
• Serve as a primary support resource for our user community, enhancing their operational efficiency through solving challenges.
• Collaborate across departments to seamlessly integrate innovative technologies efficiently and effectively.
• Champion excellence in application performance, with a focus on security and user satisfaction.

Your profile

• A solid grasp of process management to deliver solutions that prioritize customer needs.
• Knowledge in databases and their programming, particularly with Oracle and PL/SQL.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, demonstrating a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Outstanding communication skills with proficiency in English (additional languages like German and French are a big plus)

Your benefits

• Generous annual leave incl. bridge days and free working days between Christmas and New Year
• Opportunity of 5 days flexible leave
• Very good social benefits and excellent pension fund contributions, optional additional savings contribution (tax free)
• Financial contribution to daycare center costs and voluntary family allowance
• Free barista coffee and fruit
• Various flexible work models
• Financial and/or time support for further education
• Complete benefits overview

What is also important to us:

Diversity and inclusion
At Alpiq, we believe in the power of diverse teams. We pay great attention to keeping our recruiting process free of any discriminatory bias and we actively use diversity as a selection criteria, when personal and functional requirements are met. We always strive to create an inclusive company culture, and an example of this is, that we try to offer part-time solutions for candidates who match our requirements. Is that important to you and are you really keen on a role, that is only posted as full time? If yes, then please reach out to us and we will check if we can find a solution that works for both sides.

Data protection
At Alpiq, data privacy is an important topic. Please therefore take note of the corresponding Privacy Notice that appears in the online application form and explains in detail the purpose for which we process your personal data. It is of great concern to us to inform you as transparently as possible and process your data only in a fair manner.

Application process
Even though we try to consider candidate needs individually, we are not always able to avoid standard communication, due to the high number of applications. Therefore, we kindly ask for your understanding. For more information about our recruiting process and some useful tips and tricks on how to apply, please follow this link.

Are you ready to apply now? Need more information about Alpiq? Then follow this link to our homepage.

Alina Tauscher Contact: alina.tauscher@alpiq.com