Optical Designer - Holographic Optical Systems (f/m/x)

At ZEISS Microoptics, our vision goes beyond innovation, as we are actively shaping an entirely new industry. Holography is rapidly becoming essential to next-generation automotive and consumer experiences. 

ZEISS Microoptics is the world-leading technology TIER1-provider for holographic solutions, covering the entire value chain. Our technologies translate deep tech into daily life products.  

Our mission: Lead the industrialization of holography. We are pioneers in integrating cutting-edge optical technologies into the automotive industry, combining microoptics and holographic technologies to redefine mobility, smart homes, and the way users interact with their surroundings.  

Your Role

Develop and optimize optical system designs for imaging and illumination applications, with a focus on holographic and micro-optical technologies

Translate system requirements into robust optical concepts and evaluate their performance through simulation, tolerancing, and straylight analysis

Design, analyze, and optimize optical systems while considering performance, manufacturability, and integration requirements

Support the development and industrialization of optical solutions from concept phase to prototype and production

Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams, including mechanical, electronics, software, process, and manufacturing engineering

Support validation activities, including simulation, measurement, testing, and performance verification of optical systems

Contribute to the development and improvement of internal tools, simulation methods, and modeling approaches

Drive innovation in optical system design and contribute to the advancement of holographic and micro-optical technologies

Your Profile

Degree in physics, photonics, optical engineering, mathematics, or a comparable field

Proven experience in optical design and development within an industrial, research, or academic environment

Strong expertise in optical system design, simulation, and optimization

Experience working with ray tracing and optical simulation tools such as Zemax, LightTools, FRED, or CODE V

Programming skills in Python, MATLAB, C++, or C# are an advantage

Solid background in optical simulation, including tolerancing, straylight analysis, and system optimization

Experience in the development, characterization, and integration of optical systems and components

Fluent in English and German (minimum B1 level) and strong communication, intercultural competence, and a collaborative mindset

We are looking for someone who is passionate to join our team and shape the future of holography with us.  

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Stefanie Kretschmann