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Oct 23, 2026

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Research Scientist in Optical Metrology (m/f/x)

at Sciss


**Enabling smaller, more powerful and energy-efficient microchips – working

where tomorrow takes shape.**

Around 80 percent of all microchips worldwide are manufactured using ZEISS technologies. As the heart of every electronically controlled system, they have become an indispensable part of our everyday lives – whether in smartphones, smart homes or smart factories. ZEISS is a technology leader in semiconductor manufacturing equipment. With highly precise lithography optics, photomask systems and process control solutions, ZEISS enables the production of ever smaller, more powerful and more energy-efficient microchips – and, through its innovations, plays a key role in shaping the age of micro- and nanoelectronics.

Join our team and, in your new role, develop highly sophisticated optical measurement systems for the qualification of high-performance optics for DUV and EUV applications in collaboration with internal and external project partners.

Your Role

In your role, you will:

  • Select suitable measurement methods based on technical requirements
  • Design and develop measurement systems
  • Develop measurement procedures, calibration methods, data filters and analysis methods
  • Translate physical principles and approaches into high-performance algorithms that meet the most demanding requirements
  • Commission and qualify complex measurement systems for the optical qualification of high-performance optics and provide technical support during manufacturing
  • Provide technical leadership to interdisciplinary teams from R&D, engineering and manufacturing and take responsibility for managing work packages in this field

Your Profile

You have:

  • An excellent Master's degree in a scientific or technical discipline such as physics, technical optics, mechanical engineering, mechatronics or a comparable field; a PhD would be an advantage
  • In-depth knowledge of optical metrology, particularly interferometric or spectroscopic measurement methods
  • A deep understanding of measurement algorithm development, calibration methods, error budgets, data analysis and data processing
  • Practical experience in working with optical setups and their alignment
  • Strong programming skills, preferably in Python
  • Excellent teamwork skills, a confident and professional manner and strong communication skills
  • Experience in project work would be an advantage
  • A high level of self-motivation and commitment, combined with a strong interest in thinking beyond established approaches and driving topics forward

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Jonas Weickenmeier