Research Scientist AI-Driven Transformation of Optical

About The Role

Your Role

You are passionate about cutting-edge research and motivated to shape the next generation of optical system development? In this role, you will make a key contribution to transforming classical engineering approaches into modern model-, data-, and AI-driven workflows. You will be part of a highly innovative team within the ZEISS Innovation Ecosystem, working closely with internal and external partners to develop forward-thinking methods, tools, and processes for holistic system design.

Your Responsibilities

Develop and implement AI-driven workflows for optical system design
Combine modeling, simulation, data analytics, and machine learning to enable efficient
design processes
Contribute to modern software and toolchains for advanced system development
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and partners across the ZEISS Innovation
Ecosystem
Support holistic system design from physical modeling to data-driven decision-making
Transfer cutting-edge research results into industrial applications

Your Profile

PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or a related field
Strong background in at least one of the following areas: optics, simulation, machine
learning, or scientific computing
Experience in software development (e.g., Python, C++, MATLAB)
Interest in interdisciplinary challenges and complex systems
Structured and independent working style combined with strong teamwork skills
Excellent analytical thinking and enthusiasm for innovation

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Friederike Kirklar-Harms, Selina Riccio