Internship – Software Engineering & Agentic Systems for Digital Twins

ZEISS; Oberkochen; On-site; EUR 11,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

ZEISS Corporate Research is seeking a motivated student to contribute to the software foundation of an in-house digital twin platform. You will develop robust C++ components, design APIs, and help build automated workflows and tests, while learning from researchers and engineers.

You will balance studies with practical experience, gaining exposure to modern tooling, packaging, and deployment. Strong English communication and independent as well as collaborative work are expected in this exciting

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Strong programming skills in modern C++ with good design sense.
• Interest in testing, CI/CD, and developer tooling.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust, reusable software components in modern C++.
• Design APIs, interfaces, and software architecture.
• Build and maintain workflows, packaging, deployment; improve CI/CD with GitHub Enterprise/Actions.
• Implement automated tests (unit/integration/system) and maintain Python bindings for C++ libraries.
• Automate documentation generation and explore agentic workflows for software development.
• Collaborate with researchers to integrate software into projects and document decisions.

Skills

Modern C++

Software engineering

CI/CD

Git

Python bindings

Education

Enrolled in Computer Science/Software Engineering or related

Tools

Git

CMake

Python

CI/CD (GitHub Actions)

Job description

Shape the Future of Digital Twin Technology at ZEISS

Shape the Future of Digital Twin Technology at ZEISSAt ZEISS Corporate Research, we explore technologies that shape future ZEISS products. We are looking for a motivated student passionate about software engineering, C++, automation, and intelligent developer tools to help build the software foundation of an in-house digital twin platform.

Your Role

With us, you have the opportunity to perfectly combine your studies with practical experience while actively contributing to exciting projects. This allows you to gain valuable skills, expand your network, and grow both professionally and personally. Develop robust, reusable software components in modern C++Design APIs, interfaces, and software architectureBuild and maintain workflows (build, packaging, deployment) and improve CI/CD with GitHub Enterprise/ActionsImplement automated tests (unit, integration, system) and maintain Python wheels/bindings for C++ librariesAutomate documentation generation/publication and explore agentic workflows for software development, testing, documentation, and productivityCollaborate with researchers and engineers to integrate software into ongoing projects, document architectural decisions, and present your work

Your Profile

• Enrolled in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related program
• Strong programming skills in modern C++
• Good understanding of software engineering, modular design, and architecture
• Interest in testing, CI/CD, code quality, and developer tooling
• Familiarity with Git and collaborative software development
• Interest in AI-assisted development or agentic systems
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Good English communication skills
• Nice to HaveExperience with unit/integration testing and CMake/C++ packagingFamiliarity with Python bindings or wheels from C++Knowledge of documentation/deployment/release automationSome exposure to GPU tech (Vulkan/CUDA) or game engine programming

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Selina Safradin