Ypsomed locations in Switzerland
The Ypsomed sites in Burgdorf and Solothurn are located between the Jura Mountains in the northwest and the Alps in the south. The region is characterized by rolling hills, picturesque lakes, and rivers. Its numerous towns and industrial sites are well connected and easily accessible.
Ypsomed's Swiss sites are close to one another. The headquarters in Burgdorf, right next to Oberburg railway station, can be easily reached from the Solothurn site by public transportation in around half an hour. This proximity makes commuting between the locations effortless.
The Burgdorf site
The charming town of Burgdorf is the gateway to the Emmental and is surrounded by wooded hills. The federal capital, Bern is only half an hour away. Other urban centers such as Zurich or Basel can be reached in around an hour. Burgdorf's historic old town and Burgdorf Castle provide a unique backdrop and bear witness to its medieval past. The town has a lively cultural scene with a variety of festivals, art exhibitions, and the well-known Frank Gertsch Museum. The surrounding area offers a wide range of outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.
In Burgdorf, Ypsomed is spread across three sites:
Ypsomed's headquarters, the main site of the Delivery Systems business area, and the toolmaking department are located on Brunnmattstrasse in Burgdorf. Pen production is located nearby on Lochbachstrasse. The Burgdorf industrial estate on Buchmattstrasse is home to the logistics center and the manual assembly of insulin pumps and pens.
The Solothurn site
The city of Solothurn is located in the northwest of Switzerland. It can be easily reached in around half an hour from the federal capital, Bern, and in about an hour from the major centers of Zurich, Basel, and Lucerne. The town is known beyond the country’s borders for its well-preserved Baroque architecture, which can be seen in its impressive churches, fountains, and public buildings. In addition to cultural attractions, Solothurn offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities. The local mountain, Weissenstein, is ideal for hiking or biking. In summer, take a dip in the Aare – which flows tranquilly through Solothurn – to cool off.
Solothurn is home to the main site of the Diabetes Care business area and Ypsomed’s second large production site in Switzerland.
Live and work in Switzerland
Work permit in Switzerland
Are you from abroad and interested in working at Ypsomed? We have collected the most important information for you. Depending on your nationality, different regulations and conditions apply for a work permit in Switzerland:
- Working in Switzerland for EU/EFTA nationals
- Working in Switzerland for UK nationals
- Working in Switzerland for nationals of other countries
You can find out whether you also need a visa to enter Switzerland and how to obtain one, from the State Secretariat for Migration.
Insurance in Switzerland
If you live and work in Switzerland, certain types of insurance are mandatory. You can find the most important information below:
Payroll deductions
Various amounts are deducted directly from your salary in Switzerland. These include accident and unemployment insurance, daily sickness benefits (KTG) and pension contributions. You can use the following calculator to work out how much will be deducted from your salary:
Finding accommodation in Switzerland
The rental market in Switzerland is highly competitive. It is particularly difficult to find affordable housing in larger cities such as Zurich and Bern. In Burgdorf and Solothurn, however, rents are lower and there are more flats available. We recommend that you start looking for accommodation early. Popular websites for this include the following:
Taxes in Switzerland
In Switzerland, income and wealth taxes are levied at the federal, cantonal, and municipal levels. Tax rates vary depending on your place of residence. Unlike in many other European countries, taxes in Switzerland are not deducted directly from wages, but are paid individually – based on an annual tax return – directly to the tax authorities, in installments if desired.
Employees who are not residents of Switzerland, do not hold a Swiss passport, or do not have a C residence permit pay withholding tax, which is deducted directly from their salary by the employer and transferred to the tax authorities.
Would you like to know how much tax you have to pay? Find out:
