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As a spin-off of the Paul Scherrer Institute and by focusing on the needs of our customers, we are able to combine scientific excellence with qualified service and industrial know-how.\nOur scientists as well as our technical and commercial experts ensure that our customers benefit from the latest technologies.\nField System Engineer (X-ray Detectors)\nYour Tasks\nProvide advanced technical support for DECTRIS detector systems (remote and on-site)\nAnalyze, debug, and fix complex software and hardware issues\nCommission detector systems and provide integration support\nPerform diagnostics and repairs at DECTRIS and at customer sites\nDevelop scripts, tools, and procedures to improve customer support\nClearly communicate technical topics to non-experts and experts alike\nCollaborate closely with R&D, product management, applications, and sales\nWillingness to travel internationally up to 20%\nYour Skills\nBachelor, Master or PhD degree in engineering, computer or natural sciences, or equivalent years of experience in industry\nProgramming/scripting experience, mainly Python\nComfortable using Linux \nAbility to train customers by breaking down the complexity of our systems into understandable concepts\nHands-on, solution-oriented mindset with no fear of unfamiliar systems\nComfortable working with tools, lab equipment, and real hardware\nLogical and analytical problem solver who can also improvise when needed\nCurious, fast learner who takes initiative and responsibility\nReliable team player who can work independently when required\nStress-resistant, flexible, and comfortable in customer environments of different cultures\nFluent in English; German or Chinese is a plus\nDriving license (B)\nWe Offer\nA successful and growing high tech company in an international, scientific environment\nTo join the global leader in HPC X-ray detectors for science and industry. Our Developers design cutting-edge detectors to support the state of the art science and technology\nAn international work environment formed by more than 170 experienced engineers, scientists and other professionals. The company languages are German and English\nExcellent, flexible working arrangements to enable professional development and personal life balance\nAn attractive working environment: modern infrastructure with wheelchair-accessible rooms, small fitness room, underground car park, subsidised meals, free snacks and drinks, various company events, internal and external training, home office options, after-work beers and other joint leisure activities\nhttps://www.dectris.com/career\n Application Form\nback to jobmarket\nYour Future Team\nSupport Team\nThe DECTRIS Support & Commissioning Team is the interface between our products and the customers at the synchrotron, in the laboratory and in industry. 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