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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Platform Engineer - **Company:** ZEISS Group - **Location:** Oberkochen, Germany - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Linux, Machine Learning, Scripting, Large Language Models, AI Platforms, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Machine Learning Operations - **Published:** September 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://zeissgroup.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Oberkochen/Senior-Platform-Engineer--m-w-x-_JR_1052190 ## About the Role * Completed studies in computer science, business informatics, or a comparable qualification * At least 5 years of professional experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining IT platforms * Solid knowledge of Linux, Kubernetes, and cloud computing * Good knowledge of modern CI/CD and GitOps methods * Strong experience in developing scripts and tools to automate deployments and configurations * Ideally knowledge of MLOps, LLMOps, and AI governance concepts; experience in building and operating AI, machine learning, or generative AI platforms * Comprehensive analytical and problem-solving abilities as well as team player attitude * Very good German and English skills ## Description 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: * Independent design, implementation, and maintenance of IT platforms and AI services * Integration of modern AI and LLM technologies into existing enterprise landscapes * Building and evolution of MLOps, LLMOps, and platform engineering practices * Automation of deployment, operations, and governance processes * Ensuring scalability, availability, security, and compliance of the platform * Development and optimization of observability, monitoring, and cost-management solutions * Advising and supporting development teams in using the platform solutions ## About ZEISS Group ZEISS is technology, optics and innovation. We develop, manufacture and sell highly innovative products and solutions for our customers in a variety of business fields. As one of the world’s top technology companies with a portfolio aligned with future growth areas like digitalization, healthcare and Smart Production, and a strong brand to boot, ZEISS is shaping the future far beyond the optics and optoelectronics industries. The company’s significant, sustainable investments in research and ... **Tech Stack:** Java, .NET, Node.js, C#, Angular, React, Kubernetes, Software Architecture, C++, Python **Industries:** Electronics, Information Tech, Manufacturing, Medical Devices, Computer Software, Industrial Automation, R&D [Company profile](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/companies/1031-zeiss-group) ### More Jobs at ZEISS Group - [SAP IBP Inhouse Consultant Corporate IT](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2842430-sap-ibp-inhouse-consultant-corporate-it) - [Global Head of IT Hunting & Nature](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2839169-global-head-of-it-hunting-nature) - [Systems Engineer MEMS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2839170-systems-engineer-mems) - [SAP Interface Specialist Inbound-to-Outbound](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2842552-sap-interface-specialist-inbound-to-outbound) - [SAP IBP Inhouse Consultant Corporate IT](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2805949-sap-ibp-inhouse-consultant-corporate-it) ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [JavaScript? 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