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IT jobs in the Federal Administration

As an IT specialist in the Federal Administration, you can make a big difference: for example, by developing e-government solutions for the population, supporting cybersecurity in defence or driving the digitalisation of the Federal Administration. With over 3,600 jobs in a wide range of IT fields, you have the opportunity to help shape Switzerland.

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Your expertise is needed in these areas

System architect, software engineer, SAP consultant and many more: there is a remarkable range of jobs in the various IT fields of the Federal Administration.

Project and product management

This area is all about accompanying and coordinating a wide variety of projects and product developments. The focus is on compliance with all content-related, time-related and financial framework conditions. A wide range of methods is used.

Service and support

Service and support teams facilitate the work of Federal Administration employees by receiving and analysing enquiries, resolving problems, offering advice and developing sustainable solutions.

Development

The focus here is on methods and products that do not yet exist. Development teams use the latest technologies to create applications and systems for a wide range of users within and outside the Federal Administration.

Systems

State-of-the-art infrastructures support the digital business processes within the Federal Administration. This area focuses on the development, secure access and stable operation of services and applications.

Architecture

Architects design the IT application and service landscape in the Federal Administration. This includes individual developments as well as the procurement and integration of standard software and sector-specific applications.

Data management

The Federal Administration's IT data management comprises technical, conceptual and organisational measures to collect, store and provide data in such a way that it supports information and communication processes in the best possible way.

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IT vacancies

IT vacancies at the Federal Administration offer challenging tasks and modern technologies. Explore exciting opportunities and help shape the federal government’s digital future.

How to further your training

The Federal Administration offers optimal opportunities for your professional development. At the Federal Administration Training Centre (FATC), you will find a wide range of courses and “anytime, anywhere” learning formats on topics such as leadership, collaboration, agile working methods and language courses, for example.

In addition, the employer also provides targeted contributions to specialist continuing professional development courses as required. These include CAS, MAS or certificate qualifications in various IT skills such as cybersecurity, cloud computing and programming.

Finally, internal mobility within the Federal Administration offers employees interesting career prospects. Especially in the IT sector, the fields of activity are spread widely across the Federal Administration.

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Benefits

Flexible working, performance-related salary system, continuing professional development and other factors make the Federal Administration an attractive employer.

Specialist expertise

Specialist roles require analytical and conceptual skills, team spirit and the willingness to develop convincing solutions.

Leadership role

As a manager, you lead and coach a team in a thoughtful and targeted manner. You have good communication skills and act as a role model. The training programme specially developed for managers at all levels will strengthen your leadership skills.

Project management

You plan projects and take a strategic approach to carrying them out. A long-term vision, holistic thinking and flexibility are equally valuable in this role. The Federal Administration supports the development of your project management skills.