ZEISS | Germany | 07xxx Jena | Permanent position | Full time | Published since: 19.01.2026 on stepstone.de
Application Engineer Software Automation Technology (m/f/d)
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Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer
ZEISS Microoptics is a unit of the Photonics & Optics strategic business unit specializing in the development, optimization, mastering, replication and integration of optical applications based on micro-optical and holographic optical elements.
Your job In your function as an application engineer for software, you are responsible for the development and adaptation of software solutions for machine controls. You will build and implement complex software architectures for automation solutions. Other tasks include:
Programming and development of software for our systems that controls and monitors automation processes
As a central interface between internal development areas and external suppliers as well as service providers
Leading participation in the overall process development of HOE replication
Close cooperation with the hardware development team to integrate hardware and software solutions
Support in the commissioning of systems and troubleshooting on site with the customer
We are a leading company in the industrial environment that develops innovative solutions for automation and machine controls. Our expertise lies in the development and implementation of state-of-the-art technologies that increase the efficiency and productivity of our customers worldwide. Bring your expertise and become part of a highly innovative team. We look forward to your application.
You have completed university studies in computer science, electrical engineering, automation technology or a related field. Alternatively, you have gained comparable practical experience in the industrial environment
You have profound knowledge of the programming of Beckhoff controls and are familiar with the relevant development environments and programming languages such as C++, C#, Python, TwinCAT and Codesys as well as the standards such as IEC 61131
Their experience includes measuring, control and control technology, automation technology, drive technology and sensor technology and data processing
You have gained practical experience in commissioning machines and troubleshooting
You are happy to work in cross-functional teams and enjoy optimising processes
Your way of working is proactive and solution-oriented, and you are ready to travel to your customers in Germany and abroad
You have fluent language skills in German and English, both oral and written
Location
 | ZEISS | |
| 07745 Jena | ||
| Germany |
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