CareerPlan

Research Scientist (m/f/x) Fixed Term (2 Years)

Karlsruhe, DEFull-time2026-10-16 → 2026-11-14

Core

Research Scientist exploring emerging computing architectures and translating them into future technology opportunities for ZEISS.

Role type

Research Scientist (AI computing systems)

Builds

Proof-of-concepts to validate promising architecture concepts

Domain

Computer Architecture / AI Infrastructure

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Computer architecture and systems, Machine-learning systems and AI infrastructure, Heterogeneous accelerators and emerging computing architectures, Systems-level understanding of AI technology stacks, Programming in Python and/or C/C++, GPU computing, Parallel programming, Distributed systems, Compilers, Runtimes, HPC environments

Preferred skills

Experience with custom accelerators, Chiplets, In- and near-memory computing, Optical and analog computing, Heterogeneous systems

Technologies

Python, C/C++, GPU, HPC

Responsibilities

Analyze AI computing systems end-to-end to identify bottlenecks in compute, memory, interconnects and energy efficiency. Explore next-generation computing architectures including custom accelerators and optical computing. Build and benchmark proof-of-concepts to assess potential quantitatively. Scout and recommend emerging solutions by engaging with startups and research groups.

Seniority

Mid-Senior, Research