Leica Camera AG | Germany | 35xxx Wetzlar | Permanent position | Full time / Home office | Published since: 12.06.2026 on stepstone.de
Optics Designer 3 (m/f/d)
Leica Camera AG is an internationally aspiring premium manufacturer of cameras and sports optics products with headquarters in Wetzlar, Hessen. The legendary reputation of the Leica brand is based on a tradition of over 100 years. Leica stands for excellent quality, German craftsmanship, exclusive industrial design and innovative technologies. Our brand culture also includes a variety of activities to promote photography. Our continued success is based on the knowledge, professionalism and the above-average commitment of around 1,800 employees worldwide. They operate at the Leica Headquarters, at our second production site in Portugal, as well as in a global network of own country organisations, Leica Retail Stores and Leica Galleries. Optics Designer 3 (all genders) Wetzlar (40 min to Frankfurt a.M.)
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Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer
Design and specification of complex optical systems taking into account the entire digital imaging chain Development of optical designs taking into account the requirements of all technical interfaces as well as the technical feasibility, testability, manufacture and sales capability Ensuring compliance with requirements (Q, K, T) and continuous identification and assessment of risks Supporting the development process up to market launch of interdisciplinary teams in compliance with existing processes and standards Procurement and evaluation of information on new technological developments Implementation of pre-development projects Supporting cooperation projects with international partners Documentation of results on the construction and safeguarding of know-how Development of decision templates for the steering circle
Complete technical or scientific studies, ideally focusing on optics, photonics or comparable qualifications Long-term professional experience in the development of complex optical systems in industry or practical institutes Multiannual experience in interdisciplinary project work Safe handling of optics design programs (CODE V, Zemax) incl. Macroprogramming Comprehensive knowledge of tolerance calculation and simulation of the imaging chain Target-oriented, structured and independent work, high self-initiative and loadability Safe appearance and very good presentation strength High reliability, communication and team capability Excellent conceptual and analytical skills as well as high problem solving competence High interest in continuous improvement of existing processes readiness for international travel Very good knowledge of German and English in word and writing
Modern working environment - in Wetzlar and in many metropolises of the world Flexible working time control, combined with the possibility of mobile work Open, family corporate culture with lots of space for new ideas Structured onboarding program and excellent internal development possibilities Last but not least: a fairly rewarded, safe working relationship and many employee discounts
Location
 | Leica Camera AG | |
| 35578 Wetzlar | ||
| Germany |
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