Optical Designer - Holographic Optical Systems (f/m/x)

ZEISS Group; Jena; Vor Ort; EUR 65.000 - 97.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

ZEISS Microoptics seeks an optical engineer to develop and optimize imaging and illumination systems, emphasising holographic and micro‑optical technologies.

You will translate requirements into robust concepts, validate performance through simulation and testing, and collaborate with mechanical, electronics, software, process and manufacturing teams to push holography forward from concept to production.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in physics, photonics, optical engineering, mathematics, or a comparable field.
• Proven experience in optical design and development in industry, research, or academia.
• Strong expertise in optical design, simulation, and optimization.
• Experience with ray tracing and optical simulation tools (Zemax, LightTools, FRED, CODE V).
• Programming skills in Python, MATLAB, C++, or C# are advantageous.
• Solid background in optical simulation including tolerancing and straylight analysis.
• Experience in development, characterization and integration of optical systems.

Aufgaben

• Develop and optimize optical system designs for imaging and illumination applications focusing on holographic and micro-optical tech.
• Translate system requirements into robust optical concepts and evaluate performance via simulation, tolerancing, and straylight analysis.
• Design, analyze, and optimize optical systems considering performance, manufacturability and integration.
• Support development and industrialization of optical solutions from concept to prototype and production.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across mechanical, electronics, software, process and manufacturing engineering.
• Support validation activities including simulation, measurement, testing and verification of optical systems.
• Contribute to internal tools, simulation methods, and modeling approaches; drive innovation in optical design.

Kenntnisse

Optical design

Optical simulation

Ray tracing

System optimization

Intercultural competence

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Physics or Photonics degree

Tools

Zemax

LightTools

FRED

CODE V

Jobbeschreibung

At ZEISS Microoptics, our vision goes beyond innovation, as we are actively shaping an entirely new industry. Holography is rapidly becoming essential to next-generation automotive and consumer experiences.

ZEISS Microoptics istheworld-leadingtechnologyTIER1-providerfor holographic solutions, covering the entire value chain.Ourtechnologies translatedeep tech into daily life products.

Our mission: Lead the industrialization of holography. We are pioneers in integratingcutting-edgeoptical technologies into the automotive industry, combining microoptics and holographic technologies to redefine mobility, smart homes, and the way users interact with their surroundings.

Your Role

• Develop and optimize optical system designs for imaging and illumination applications, with a focus on holographic and micro-optical technologies

• Translate system requirements into robust optical concepts and evaluate their performance through simulation, tolerancing, and straylight analysis

• Design, analyze, and optimize optical systems while considering performance, manufacturability, and integration requirements

• Support the development and industrialization of optical solutions from concept phase to prototype and production

• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams, including mechanical, electronics, software, process, and manufacturing engineering

• Support validation activities, including simulation, measurement, testing, and performance verification of optical systems

• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal tools, simulation methods, and modeling approaches

• Drive innovation in optical system design and contribute to the advancement of holographic and micro-optical technologies

Your Profile

• Degree in physics, photonics, optical engineering, mathematics, or a comparable field

• Proven experience in optical design and development within an industrial, research, or academic environment

• Strong expertise in optical system design, simulation, and optimization

• Experience working with ray tracing and optical simulation tools such as Zemax, LightTools, FRED, or CODE V

• Programming skills in Python, MATLAB, C++, or C# are an advantage

• Solid background in optical simulation, including tolerancing, straylight analysis, and system optimization

• Experience in the development, characterization, and integration of optical systems and components

• Fluent in English and German (minimum B1 level) and strong communication, intercultural competence, and a collaborative mindset

We arelooking for someone who is passionateto joinour teamandshapethe future of holography with us.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Stefanie Kretschmann