Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced software engineer to contribute to the development of cross-platform applications for e-bike analytics, maintenance, and factory assembly. In this role, you will design, implement, test, and maintain high-quality software in close collaboration with other engineers and cross-functional partners.
You will work at the intersection of desktop applications, embedded device communication, and factory tooling, enabling reliable interaction with e‑bike systems via USB/HID and other interfaces.
The position is based in our office in Cham (ZG) and has a 4-day in-office expectation.
Key Responsibilities
- Application Development
- Design and implement shared business logic across our desktop platforms using Kotlin and KMP.
- Integrate platform‑specific components where required.
- Develop clean, maintainable, and testable code following established engineering standards and design principles.
- Write and maintain unit, integration, and automated tests to ensure software quality and reliability.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of coding standards and development practices.
- Analyse and resolve software defects, performance issues, and reliability problems across supported platforms.
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, build automation, release processes, and development tooling.
- Create and maintain technical documentation for implemented features, interfaces, and operational workflows.
- Collaborate with product management and quality teams to refine requirements and define clear acceptance criteria.
- Use and contribute to AI-enhanced software development processes
- Embedded & Device Communication
- Design and implement robust communication with embedded e‑bike systems.
- Work with USB/HID and other wired interfaces to support diagnostics, maintenance, and factory assembly processes.
- Collaborate closely with embedded firmware engineers to align protocols and tooling.
- Cross‑Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with the solution architect, product management, embedded teams, manufacturing, and quality teams.
- Communicate technical topics clearly and collaborate effectively across disciplines.
- Contribute to planning, estimation, and technical risk assessment.
Required Qualifications
- Strong experience with Kotlin and Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) in production systems.
- Strong understanding of Ktor and modern asynchronous/networked application design.
- Experience contributing to complex software systems with a focus on maintainable, testable code.
- Hands‑on experience with device communication, ideally using USB/HID protocols.
- Strong background in software engineering best practices, including testing, code reviews, and CI/CD.
- Ability to work independently, contribute constructively to technical discussions, and support team delivery.
- Excellent communication skills and a strong team‑player mindset.
Skills Required
- Strong production experience with Kotlin
- Strong production experience with Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP)
- Strong understanding of Ktor and modern asynchronous/networked application design
- Experience contributing to complex software systems with maintainable, testable code
- Hands-on experience with device communication, ideally using USB/HID protocols
- Strong software engineering practices, including testing, code reviews, and CI/CD
- Ability to work independently and contribute constructively to technical discussions
- Ability to support team delivery
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong team-player mindset
Specialized Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Specialized and has not been reviewed or approved by Specialized.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with Fidelity offers up to $5,000 in annual employer matching with immediate vesting, and the company covers plan administrative fees for active employees. This provides strong retirement support within the total package.
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Parental & Family Support — Published materials describe 6–8 weeks at 100% pay for birthing recovery and 8 weeks of fully paid parental bonding, alongside fertility benefits and adoption assistance. Some materials indicate certain roles or locations may offer even longer fully paid leave.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Cycling‑centric perks include substantial gear discounts, race entry fee support, on‑site fitness options, healthy on‑site meals, an employee bike service center, and a dog‑friendly HQ. These benefits can meaningfully enhance day‑to‑day experience for those who value the cycling culture.
Specialized Insights
What We Do
Founded on the principle of performance and fueled by innovation, our focus on the rider and their needs is our constant. From seasoned pros and weekend warriors, to kids and commuters—if you ride, we’re for you. The passion we have for sharing our love of bikes with the world can be seen in those who choose to work here. Headquartered in Morgan Hill, CA, the passionate and creative teammates at Specialized have designed and manufactured the world's most innovative bikes and gear since 1974. Are you ready to join our team and help pedal the planet forward?
