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Supporting Zurich's Deep Tech innovators with tailored workforce solutions in high-impact sectors.
Nathan Wills
HI, I'M Nathan
Senior Consultant | Switzerland

CUSTOMERS SUPPORTED IN ZURICH

MEET THE TEAM

Anthony Kelly

Co-Founder & MD EU/UK

Hayley Killengrey

Co-Founder & MD USA

Nathan Wills

Senior Consultant | Switzerland

Paddy Hobson

Senior Consultant | DACH

Sam Oliver

Senior Consultant | Contract DACH

Jonathan Harrold

Consultant - Germany

Harry Crick

Consultant | USA

Sam Warwick

Senior Consultant – Geospatial, Earth, & Defence Technology

Benjamin Reavill

Consultant - US

Viki Dowthwaite

Commercial Director

Helena Sullivan

CMO

Marita Harper

HR Partner

Micha Swallow

Head of Talent, People, & Performance

Aaron Gonsalves

Head of Talent

SALARY GUIDE

Built with fresh insights from our talent network, we developed this guide for anyone hoping to benchmark salaries, align remuneration with the wider market, or learn more about the trends and opportunities across Switzerland's Deep Tech space. Please contact the team if you'd like a copy. 

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INSIGHTS

Global Deep Tech Investment Trends: 2025

Global Deep Tech Investment Trends: 2025

What is Deep Tech?

What is Deep Tech?

LATEST JOBS

Zürich, Switzerland
Senior AI Engineer– VLAs (Vision-Language Action) & Dexterous Manipulation
We are looking for an experienced Engineer/Scientist to join a cutting-edge robotics team in Zurich, focused on humanoid manipulation through state-of-the-art AI. You will contribute to developing and deploying learning-based controllers to enable robots to interact intelligently, reliably, and flexibly with complex environments. This role is deeply hands-on with real robot hardware, leveraging your expertise across vision-language-action (VLA) models, diffusion models, reinforcement learning, and dexterous manipulation. What we’re looking for:PhD or Master's in Robotics, AI, or related fieldsStrong expertise in learning-based dexterous manipulation (multi-fingered grasping, task-oriented manipulation)Practical experience with running real-time controllers on robotic hardwareDeep knowledge of diffusion models, transformers, CVAEs, normalizing flowsExperience working with ROS, PyTorch, and PythonFamiliarity with vision-language models (VLA/VLMs/LLMs) for robotic planning or failure detectionBonus: experience with synthetic data generation, simulation environments, teleoperation systemsWhy this role?Join a high-calibre team (ex-ETH / ex-NVIDIA founders) backed by significant investment (Seed + Series A secured)Work at the intersection of simulation, reinforcement learning, and robotics hardwareContribute to next-generation humanoid robots without reliance on traditional imitation learning paradigmsSignificant stock offering.If you’re passionate about building more intelligent robots through cutting-edge AI and want to work in a fast-moving, well-resourced environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Paddy HobsonPaddy Hobson
Zürich, Switzerland
AI/ML Engineer
Are you passionate about building AI systems that make a real impact? Do you enjoy turning research into production-ready solutions? We are looking for an AI & ML Engineer to join a team creating advanced AI/ML applications across fraud prevention, risk management, and operational optimization. You will work on end-to-end ML workflows, including generative and agentic AI solutions, and help scale LLM deployments on GPU clusters using modern MLOps and AIOps practices. 🚀 What you’ll do:Design, develop, and deploy AI/ML applications, including RAG systems and agentic AI workflows 🤖Optimize LLM training and inference across GPU clusters using Kubernetes and AIOps tools ⚡Turn prototypes into production-ready systemsExplore and experiment with cutting-edge AI/ML methods and technologies 🔬Contribute to improving internal practices and workflows for AI operationsMaintain and support AI-related infrastructure and toolsWhat we’re looking for: Must-haves:4+ years of experience building and maintaining ML systems (PhD counts)Strong Python skills 🐍Solid Linux experience 🖥️Experience with complex computational or scientific modelingUnderstanding of MLOps, AIOps, and deploying AI systems in productionNice-to-haves:Hands-on experience with LLMs, RAG systems, or agentic AIFamiliarity with Kubernetes ecosystem (Helm, ArgoCD)Projects or experience with open-source LLM tools (vLLM, llama.cpp, open-webui)Knowledge of parallel or distributed computingExperience with UI frameworks like Streamlit or Svelte for AI prototypesBasic SQL or workflow orchestration (Airflow)
Nathan WillsNathan Wills
Zürich, Switzerland
Robotics Field Engineer
Our client is a fast-growing, venture-backed robotics company building the next generation of plug-and-play robots. Their approach to autonomy is designed to transform material handling - from stacking and sorting to unloading - making robots truly adaptable to the demands of modern logistics. The Role We’re hiring a Field Robotics Engineer who thrives on debugging, stress-testing, and deploying complex robotic systems. In this position, you’ll be the face of our technology at customer sites and industry events, ensuring every system is installed, tested, and continuously improved in the field. Key ResponsibilitiesAssemble, configure, and validate robots in both lab and production settings.Lead on-site installations: plan, coordinate, and commission systems with smooth handover to customers.Operate and tune perception and motion modules within our autonomy stack.Train operators and provide hands-on support during ramp-up phases, gathering insights that feed directly into the product roadmap.Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware/software issues, both remotely and on-site.Represent the company in customer demos, pilots, trade shows, and industry events.Capture field data and share lessons learned with engineering teams to improve reliability and unlock new use cases.What You BringSolid understanding of mechatronics, sensors, networking, and basic control principles.Experience commissioning complex electromechanical or robotic systems in the field.Strong diagnostic skills for resolving hardware and software challenges.Willingness to travel frequently (up to ~60%) to production sites and deployments.Bonus: prior robot deployment experience, proficiency in German or other languages, a valid driver’s license, and comfort with Linux environments.Who You AreEager to take ownership of projects in a fast-paced startup environment.Passionate about robotics across mechanics, electronics, computer vision, and control.A proactive problem-solver with curiosity to learn.A clear communicator, fluent in English (German a strong plus).Comfortable collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and customers directly on the shop floor.Why JoinWork on impactful problems at the forefront of robotics.Be part of a high-caliber team developing technology with massive potential.See your work directly deployed in real-world production environments.Competitive salary, equity, and top-tier equipment.A role that blends lab work, field deployments, and customer-facing experiences around the globe.
Paddy HobsonPaddy Hobson
Geneva, Switzerland
Deputy CTO
🚀 I’m supporting a Swiss AI consultancy hiring a Deputy CTO to work alongside their CTO on scaling GenAI and cloud-driven solutions for enterprise and public sector clients. You’ll shape technical strategy, lead architecture design, and support pre-sales by positioning solutions that bridge business and engineering. This is a senior, strategic role suited to someone who enjoys steering delivery, guiding teams, and engaging directly with customers. 🧠 You should bring strong technical depth in the Microsoft stack, GenAI platforms, and modern cloud architecture. Experience in consulting, start-ups, or scale-ups is a big advantage. 🌍 Remote-first setup with occasional onsite time in the Geneva region. English fluency required, French is a plus. If you’re looking for a leadership path toward CTO and want to play a key role in defining how AI solutions are built and delivered, this could be a great next step. Would you be open to a short chat to explore further?
Nathan WillsNathan Wills
Madrid, Spain
Fullstack AI developer - contract
We are seeking a Full-Stack AI Developer (Contractor) with strong backend expertise to join a pilot project enhancing access to an international legal database. You’ll work alongside a Project Manager and an AI Architect to deliver key chatbot and search features powered by Azure and OpenAI. Responsibilities:Develop and optimize backend microservices and APIs for chatbot workflows.Implement a simple, multilingual chat interface with history and source linking.Define Azure infrastructure with IaC and set up CI/CD pipelines.Ensure compliance with GDPR/AI Act through secure, auditable design.RequirementsStrong backend/full-stack development experience.Proficiency in Python, TypeScript/JavaScript, or C#.Hands-on expertise with Azure OpenAI and related Azure services.Familiarity with conversational AI, RAG pipelines, and IaC tools.English required; Spanish a plus.Contract DetailsStart: ASAPLocation: Preference for Spain; open to nearshore Europe.Fast-track hiring: two interview stages.
Sam OliverSam Oliver
Zürich, Switzerland
Senior Software Engineer - Planning & Control
Our client is looking for Software Engineers to join their Motion Planning & Control team. In this role, you’ll design optimization-driven, machine-learning-enhanced pipelines that give robots agility, precision, and the ability to coordinate in dynamic environments. Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and ship real-time learning-based controllers that drive robotic performance.Build and maintain robust motion-generation and validation pipelines applied across multiple projects.Pioneer multi-robot motion planning and coordination strategies.Own and evolve core C++ control and motion-generation libraries.What You BringStrong problem-solving skills and solid mathematical grounding in optimization, dynamics, and linear algebra.Mastery of modern C++: writing clean, efficient, testable code.A builder’s mindset - confident in implementing algorithms from the ground up.A bias toward rapid prototyping, testing, and iteration.Collaborative, low-ego approach that makes you great to work with.Why JoinDirect ownership of motion planning and control technology at the core of our systems.Immediate impact - your code will be deployed on robots within days.A senior, focused team that values clarity and avoids politics.Competitive salary, equity options, and top-tier equipment.The chance to push the limits of robotic motion and autonomy.
Paddy HobsonPaddy Hobson
Zürich, Switzerland
Senior AI Engineer– VLAs (Vision-Language Action) & Dexterous Manipulation
We are looking for an experienced Engineer/Scientist to join a cutting-edge robotics team in Zurich, focused on humanoid manipulation through state-of-the-art AI. You will contribute to developing and deploying learning-based controllers to enable robots to interact intelligently, reliably, and flexibly with complex environments. This role is deeply hands-on with real robot hardware, leveraging your expertise across vision-language-action (VLA) models, diffusion models, reinforcement learning, and dexterous manipulation. What we’re looking for:PhD or Master's in Robotics, AI, or related fieldsStrong expertise in learning-based dexterous manipulation (multi-fingered grasping, task-oriented manipulation)Practical experience with running real-time controllers on robotic hardwareDeep knowledge of diffusion models, transformers, CVAEs, normalizing flowsExperience working with ROS, PyTorch, and PythonFamiliarity with vision-language models (VLA/VLMs/LLMs) for robotic planning or failure detectionBonus: experience with synthetic data generation, simulation environments, teleoperation systemsWhy this role?Join a high-calibre team (ex-ETH / ex-NVIDIA founders) backed by significant investment (Seed + Series A secured)Work at the intersection of simulation, reinforcement learning, and robotics hardwareContribute to next-generation humanoid robots without reliance on traditional imitation learning paradigmsSignificant stock offering.If you’re passionate about building more intelligent robots through cutting-edge AI and want to work in a fast-moving, well-resourced environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Paddy HobsonPaddy Hobson