Why Ascom?
At Ascom, we develop software that directly supports healthcare professionals in life‑critical environments. Our healthcare ICT and mobile workflow solutions are deployed in over 12,000 hospitals worldwide, managing around 800 million alerts every year.
This role is a long‑term investment in software quality, scalability, and technical expertise. For more than 160 years, Ascom has combined Swiss engineering quality with global innovation.
Based in Florence, you will primarily work on projects within Italy, while also providing remote support to international customers when required.
The Role
As a Software Engineer, you design, develop, and maintain reliable software solutions used in complex healthcare environments, where quality, performance, and stability matter.
What You’ll Do
Design and develop new features and modules for healthcare software solutions
Maintain and improve existing applications with a strong focus on quality and performance
Design, code, debug, test, and deliver clean, maintainable software
Build reusable components to improve long‑term consistency and scalability
Collaborate on technical documentation and knowledge sharing
Work closely with Italian customers and stakeholders
Provide remote support to international projects and Ascom sites when required
Develop integrations with hospital and clinical IT systems
What We’re Looking For
Solid experience with Microsoft C# and ASP.NET Core
Strong hands‑on experience building and consuming REST and SOAP APIs
Experience working with distributed systems and system integrations
Understanding of software quality, performance, and maintainability principles
Ability to work across the full development lifecycle (design → delivery → support)
Comfortable collaborating with customers and cross‑functional teams
Experience in healthcare, medical, or highly regulated environments is a plus
Why Join This Team
Italy‑based role with international reach – global support delivered remotely
Meaningful software – real impact on hospitals and patient care
Stable, long‑term environment – product‑focused, not short‑term firefighting
Expert colleagues – work with experienced healthcare IT professionals
Flexible working model – hybrid setup available
Diversity & Inclusion
Ascom is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and has equal opportunities to succeed.
Skills Required
- Solid experience with Microsoft C# and ASP.NET Core
- Hands-on experience building and consuming REST and SOAP APIs
- Experience with distributed systems and system integrations
- Understanding of software quality, performance, and maintainability principles
- Ability to work across the full development lifecycle (design to support)
- Comfortable collaborating with customers and cross-functional teams
- Ability to provide remote support to international customers and projects when required
- Experience in healthcare, medical, or highly regulated environments
What We Do
Ascom is a global solutions provider focused on healthcare ICT and mobile workflow solutions. The vision of Ascom is to close digital information gaps allowing for the best possible decisions – anytime and anywhere. Ascom’s mission is to provide mission-critical, real-time solutions for highly mobile, ad hoc, and time-sensitive environments. Ascom uses its unique product and solutions portfolio and software architecture capabilities to devise integration and mobilization solutions that provide truly smooth, complete and efficient workflows for healthcare as well as for industry and retail sectors. Ascom is headquartered in Baar (Switzerland), has operating businesses in 18 countries and employs around 1,300 people worldwide. Ascom registered shares (ASCN) are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange in Zurich.
