IT & Software Developer jobs in Switzerland
CTO / Senior Developer (80-100%) at NewsTech Impact Startup
CHF 100β000 - 120β000 β
Verein Spatz
Kreuzstrasse 26, Zurich
CHF 100β000 - 120β000 β
Requirements
Must:
- Experience in system architecture and scaling small products into stable platforms
- Strong SQL knowledge
- Proficient in TypeScript or strong JavaScript skills and the ability to pick up TypeScript quickly
- Solid experience with a modern frontend framework (React, Vue, Angular, Svelte or Solid; Spatz uses Solid)
- Strong HTML and CSS skills
- Fluent in English; good German and/or French is a plus
- Ability to work in a fast-moving startup environment
- AI experience and mindset (integrating LLMs where they make sense)
- Lean startup knowledge and mindset
- Interest in media or publishing products
- Willingness to work on-site in Zurich office for 2+ days per week
Responsibilities
- Define and evolve the technical architecture of Spatz products
- Build and maintain our digital media platform
- Lead technical decision-making on frameworks, infrastructure, security and scalability
- Ensure high code quality, maintainability and documentation
- Collaborate with product, design, sales, marketing and editors to deliver impactful tools for neighbourhood journalism
- Evaluate and integrate 3rd party tools where beneficial
Methodology
Description
Spatz is one of the worldβs first AI-native news media. We are an ambitious, AI-driven startup dedicated to strengthening local communities by building a digital platform for hyperlocal news. We are looking for a hands-on Chief Technology Officer (CTO) who combines strategic thinking with strong technical execution. As our CTO, you will shape the technological direction of Spatz and ensure our products are robust, scalable and user-friendly. You will work closely with the CEO, Product, and Sales on strategic and architectural decisions, while also being the main contributor to the codebase. This is a role for someone who enjoys both thinking ahead and building. Make an impact. Stand in the spotlight. With the advent of LLMs the news industry is about to be reborn. Working with us will catapult you right into the heart of this exciting moment. Your work will directly shape the future of news. At Spatz, you have the unique opportunity to develop and scale the next generation of a public-interest media. Youβll join our small, motivated team as a Key Hire and your decisions truly matter. Spatz offers a flexible, hybrid work set up, with modern office spaces in the heart of Zurich.
Benefits
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