Software Engineer – Cinematography & Computer Vision (m/w/x)

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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.

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At ZEISS, we are developing the next generation of digital tools for film and television productions. Our focus is on creating intelligent software solutions that support cinematographers, directors, and VFX artists in their work—real-time, on set, and in post-production.

Develop and optimize algorithms in the field of computer vision with a focus on cinematography applications

Process and analyze sensor data (e.g., camera tracking, depth sensors, accelerometer sensors, object tracking)

Implement, integrate, and test these algorithms in our products

Develop prototypes into production-ready software solutions

Conduct error analysis, bug fixing, and continuous optimization of existing applications

Work in cross-functional international teams in an agile environment

Completed studies in computer science, media informatics, computer vision, or a comparable qualification

Several years of professional experience

Profound knowledge in the development of computer vision applications (e.g., with OpenCV, MediaPipe, PyTorch, Unreal Engine, or similar frameworks)

Strong skills in C++, Python, or comparable languages

Understanding of camera technology, image processing, and/or production processes in the film industry

Experience with real-time systems, GPU programming, or embedded devices

Team spirit, strong communication skills, and a high level of initiative

Excellent German and English language skills, both spoken and written

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