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# Research Scientist AI-Driven Transformation of Optical System Development

- **Company:** ZEISS Group
- **Location:** Oberkochen, Germany
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Machine Learning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Scientific Computating, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Data Analytics
- **Published:** October 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://zeissgroup.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Oberkochen/Research-Scientist--m-w-x--AI-Driven-Transformation-of-Optical-System-Development_JR_1053995-1

## About the Role

* 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

## Description

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., * 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

## 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

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