Contract/Freelance: Industrial IoT & Data Engineer

Apeirum is looking for a Data Engineer to work with our client, a Swiss startup redefining smart factories for manufacturing SMEs. Their mission is to transform traditional factories into intelligent, self-optimizing production ecosystems using Industrial IoT, Data, AI, and cloud technologies.

As part of this collaboration, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of manufacturing. This position offers:

• The chance to pioneer GenAI-driven solutions in industrial settings
• Rapid skill development across multiple domains
• Direct impact on real-world factory operations
• Potential for significant career growth
• Work at the forefront of Industry 4.0 innovation

Tasks

Data Engineering & Machine Learning

• Design and implement scalable data pipelines for industrial telemetry.
• Implement ML models for predictive maintenance and anomaly detection.

AI-Driven Manufacturing Optimization

• Develop and improve AI agents that optimize production planning and supply chains.
• Research and prototype emerging technologies
• Lead pilot projects with universities or industrial partners

Software Development & IoT Architecture

• Build microservices and edge applications for real-time machine connectivity.
• Deploy hybrid/cloud Industrial IoT architectures, primarily on Microsoft Azure

Device & Data Integration

• Automate IoT device deployment and ensure seamless data collection and KPI computation.
• Integrate IoT devices with third-party systems

Process Optimization & Innovation

• Analyze and optimize production workflows

Requirements

Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in software development
• 3+ years in Industrial IoT, data engineering, or cloud architecture (Azure preferred).
• Strong Python, SQL, PySpark, C#, .NET and microservices experience (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and industrial protocols (OPC UA, MQTT).

Mindset & Collaboration

• Fluent in English
• Strong problem-solving skills and passion for AI-driven automation.
• Experience in manufacturing, logistics, or industrial automation is highly valued.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced startup with a problem-solving, AI-first approach.

Benefits

Why Join Our Team?

• 🔄 Continuous Improvement: Be part of a team dedicated to enhancing and evolving existing products, not just maintaining them.
• 💡 Innovation-Driven: Contribute to product innovation, adding new features and capabilities that keep our solutions ahead of the curve.
• 🌟 High-Performance Environment: Join a team that values excellence, resilience, and a passion for creating lasting impact.
• 📈 Professional Growth: Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• 🏖️ Holidays: Enjoy at least 4 weeks of holidays, with additional days granted based on project needs and requests.
• 🤝 Team Activities: Join us for a yearly strategic offsite meetings filled with team-building activities and social events.

Ready to Make an Impact?
This role requires adaptability, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. If you’re excited about shaping the future of manufacturing, we’d love to hear from you.

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