Scientist in Optical & System Design - Illumination (m/f/x)

zeissgroup; Oberkochen; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

ZEISS in Oberkochen develops software to simulate and optimize ultra-precise optical systems used in lithography. You will ensure optical performance analytically and numerically, working closely with mechanics, electronics, and other optics design teams to rethink solutions.

Candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in STEM, with knowledge of Matlab/Python and a curiosity about physics of lithography. Collaboration and independent, structured work in an interdisciplinary team are valued.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or PhD in STEM fields (Physics, CS, or related).
• Postdoc or industry experience is a plus but not required.
• Basic knowledge of scientific programming (Matlab, Python).
• Experience in simulating complex physical systems is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Develop and use software for the simulation and optimization of ultra-precise optical systems.
• Ensure the optical performance of our systems analytically and numerically, in collaboration with mechanics, electronics, and other optics teams.
• Take initiative, challenge existing approaches, and contribute to rethinking solutions.

Kenntnisse

Matlab

Python

AI methods

Scientific programming

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in STEM

Tools

Ray tracing

CFD

FEM

Jobbeschreibung

Enabler for smaller, more powerful, and more energy-efficient microchips

Working for tomorrow today.

Around 80 percent of all microchips worldwide are produced using ZEISS technologies. As the centerpiece of every electronically controlled system, they have become an integral part of our everyday lives - whether in smartphones, smart homes or smart factories. ZEISS is a technology leader in the field of semiconductor manufacturing equipment. With high-precision lithography optics, photomask systems and process control solutions, ZEISS enables the production of ever smaller, increasingly powerful, and more energy-efficient microchips, and thus plays a pivotal role in the age of micro- and nanoelectronics.

Your Role

• You develop and use software for the simulation and optimization of ultra-precise optical systems.
• You ensure the optical performance of our systems - analytically, numerically, and in close collaboration with colleagues from mechanics, electronics, and other optics design teams.
• You take initiative, challenge existing approaches, and actively contribute to continually rethinking solutions.

Your Profile

• Completed Master's degree in STEM or a PhD (e.g., Physics, Simulation Technology, Computer Science or related fields)
• Professional experience in academia or industry (e.g., as a Postdoc) is a plus, but not required
• Basic knowledge of scientific programming (e.g., Matlab, Python)
• Experience with simulating complex physical systems.
• The specific domain and tool are secondary (Ray tracing, CFD, FEM, etc.); the mindset counts
• Strong natural science curiosity and willingness to work independently to deeply understand the physics of lithography systems and their modeling
• Experience with AI methods (e.g., for optimization or data analysis) is welcome but not required
• Communication skills: you can explain complex technical concepts to colleagues from different disciplines
• Enjoyment of self-motivated, structured work and learning in an interdisciplinary team

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Matthias Sonnentag