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Lead Technology Architect – Optical Interconnects & Photonics Manufacturing (f/m/x)

Oberkochen, DEFull-time2026-11-09 → 2026-11-11

Core

Transform deep industry expertise in photonics manufacturing into next-generation equipment concepts for ZEISS to enable photonic integration in semiconductor manufacturing.

Role type

Principal Technology Architect (Optical Interconnects & Photonics Manufacturing)

Builds

Next-generation equipment concepts and architectures for ZEISS semiconductor manufacturing solutions

Domain

Semiconductor manufacturing equipment / Integrated photonics

Required skills

Photonics manufacturing expertise, Process integration knowledge, Yield engineering, PDK and design-rule constraints, Wafer-level test strategies, Process-control requirements, Technical leadership, Cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

Professional network in photonics/semiconductor ecosystem, AI data-center technology trends

Technologies

Lithography optics, Photomask systems, Process control solutions

Responsibilities

Identify manufacturing bottlenecks in photonics ramp-up, Initiate development of breakthrough equipment concepts, Work with customers and foundries to align technology roadmaps, Provide technical leadership to interdisciplinary teams, Contribute to long-term ZEISS SMT technology strategy

Seniority

Principal, strategy & mentorship