(Senior) System Engineer Photonic Integrated Circuits (m/f/x)

Jobbeschreibung

Welcome to ZEISS – a company that combines innovation and responsibility! Our corporate divisions are diverse and make a decisive contribution to the strategic orientation and sustainable success of the ZEISS Group.Are you passionate about driving integrated photonic technologies into innovative products? Then, leverage your experience to help us unlock the immense business potential of photonic integrated circuits (PIC) – a market that is growing rapidly due to the demand for AI, faster communication, and novel types of sensors. ZEISS has started a major strategic initiative to establish an interdisciplinary team in a dynamic and agile startup environment. The corporate-backed startup will benefit from ZEISS's ecosystem and its expertise in the field of photonics.You will play a crucial role in advancing PIC technology towards business success. Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders is essential and should be complemented with a strong hands-on mentality.Your roleDesigning and developing integrated photonic systems and components.Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and specifications.Identification and assessment of project risks and development of countermeasuresConducting simulations and modeling of photonic systems to optimize performance.Validation of integrated photonic devices.Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to system integration.Reporting on project progress to project managementKeeping abreast of industry trends and advancements in photonics technology.Your profileMaster's degree with excellent grades in physics, electrical engineering, microsystems technology or a comparable degreeSeveral years of professional industrial experience in the development or manufacture of photonic integrated circuits.Methodical Knowledge in System Engineering of complex SystemsIn-depth knowledge of relevant technologies (e.g., waveguide design, lithography, etching processes, assembly and connection technology)Excellent communication skills and teamworkAnalytical thinking and solution-oriented working methodsVery good written and spoken German and English skills.Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Friederike Kirklar-Harms