Senior R Developer & Analytics Application Engineer
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Senior R Developer & Analytics Application Engineer
Location
Zürich
Experience
Senior
Posted
Jul 22, 2026
Apply by
August 21, 2026
Applicants
0
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Job Description
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For our client in Zurich, we are looking for a Senior R Developer & Analytics Application Engineer.
In this project, you will support the modernization of a business‑critical analytics application used for Generalized Linear Models (GLM) in mortality studies and pricing activities. The goal is to redesign the existing user interface while maintaining compatibility with the current analytics engine, improving usability, stability, performance, and long‑term maintainability.
Deine Aufgaben:
Analyze the existing application, architecture, and source code to identify modernization opportunities and technical improvements
Define and propose a sustainable technical approach for the next generation of the application’s user interface
Redesign and rebuild the GUI using modern, maintainable, and user‑friendly technologies
Ensure seamless compatibility between the new frontend and the existing R‑based analytical and calculation models
Improve overall user experience, workflow efficiency, and application usability
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve existing defects while increasing application robustness and reliability
Evaluate and implement enhancements to analytical functionality and system performance where appropriate
Create technical documentation, installation guides, and deployment instructions
Conduct knowledge transfer sessions and provide handover support for internal users and support teams
Collaborate closely with business users and stakeholders to deliver practical and effective solutions
Dein Profil:
Several years of experience in R programming and the development of data‑driven applications
Strong expertise in GUI development and modern web application technologies
Experience in data analytics, statistical modelling, and analytical software solutions
Solid knowledge of data visualization concepts and tools
Experience with software architecture, application modernization, and code refactoring
Ability to analyze existing systems and design scalable, maintainable technical solutions
Experience with modern frontend technologies, ideally including R/Shiny, browser‑based applications, or comparable frameworks
Structured, independent, and solution‑oriented working style with a strong focus on quality
Strong communication skills and experience collaborating with both technical and business stakeholders
Fluent in English, German is an advantage
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze existing application architecture and source code to identify modernization opportunities
- Define and propose a sustainable technical approach for the next generation of the user interface
- Redesign and rebuild the GUI using modern, maintainable, and user-friendly technologies
- Ensure seamless compatibility between the new frontend and existing R-based analytical models
- Improve overall user experience, workflow efficiency, and application usability
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve existing defects to increase application robustness
- Evaluate and implement enhancements to analytical functionality and system performance
- Create technical documentation, installation guides, and deployment instructions
- Conduct knowledge transfer sessions and provide handover support for internal users
- Collaborate with business users and stakeholders to deliver practical solutions
Skills Required
RR/ShinyGUI developmentData analyticsStatistical modellingData visualizationSoftware architectureApplication modernizationCode refactoringFrontend technologiesStructured working styleIndependent working styleSolution-orientedCommunication skillsCollaborationGerman
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