Senior Optic Designer (f/m/x) @ Carl ZEISS Extended Reality (XRX) (m/w/d)

Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That's just what our employees are doing every single day – in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people.

In a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, ZEISS employees work in a place where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme. All of this is supported by a special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the Carl Zeiss Foundation: to bring science and society into the future together.

Join us today. Inspire people tomorrow.

Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity.

Apply now! It takes less than 10 minutes.
Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That's just what our employees are doing every single day – in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people.

In a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, ZEISS employees work in a place where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme. All of this is supported by a special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the Carl Zeiss Foundation: to bring science and society into the future together.

Join us today. Inspire people tomorrow.

Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity.

Apply now! It takes less than 10 minutes.

At ZEISS Extended Reality (XRX), a newly established global Strategic Business Unit in the scale-up phase, we are dedicated to innovation and excellence. Our goal is to deliver cutting-edge XR vision correction and optical systems to consumers around the world, ensuring we are the preferred partner in the XR market. We empower our customers and individuals with solutions that enhance productivity and change the way we work and live.

 

In the role of a Senior Optic Designer you'll focus on the optical design and simulation of complex optical systems for AR and VR glasses including individual vision correction. By designing, analyzing and optimizing the optical system in regards to scattered light, environmental influences, manufacturing sensitivity and tolerances etc. you'll actively contribute to the product design and technology decision.

• Design and simulate head mounted AR and VR systems including individual vision correction
• Analyzing and optimizing optical systems regarding virtual image and see-trough performance
• Identify, discuss and align on critical system specifications in close collaboration with external customers and internal functions to ensure manufacturability at target costs
• Design internal and evaluate external optical metrology-systems for in-house applications
• Contribute to and actively extend the IP portfolio of XRX

 

• Excellent university degree in physics, optics, mathematics or a related field;
  a PhD is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of reflective, diffractive and holographic system design and solid background in ophthalmics
• Several years of experience in the development of optical and/or optomechanical imaging systems
• Strong track record in optical design methods and tools (e.g. optical design software, CAD, FEM) and their integration into robust development

 

Rooted in the ZEISS culture, we prioritize collaboration, integrity, ambition, and an entrepreneurial growth mindset, all supported by a commitment to continuous learning. We foster an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives and performance are valued and important to our success. Our teams are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally. At XRX, we offer competitive compensation packages and benefits, and ample opportunities for professional development. Join us and be part of a team that champions innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

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