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Software Engineer

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As a Software Engineer at ZEISS, you will develop and maintain software for electron microscopes using C++. You'll work collaboratively in an Agile environment, focusing on multi-layer architecture and user-friendly design, while also engaging in test-driven development and requirements engineering.
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Do you want to take on a new challenge?Welcome to ZEISS.ZEISS is an internationally leading technology company operating in the optics and optoelectronics industries. ZEISS is shaping technological progress and through its solutions is extending the horizon of the world of optics and associated areas.
ZEISS consists of four segments: Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology and Consumer Markets.
What you’ll be doing.As a Software Engineer within the Research Microscopy Solutions (RMS) department at ZEISS, you will play a crucial role in delivering software for a range of industry leading electron microscopes. This hands-on position involves working on cutting-edge optical technology, ensuring that our products perform to the highest standards and meet customer needs.

  • Develop and maintain software in C++ (90%) with some work in C# and .NET, focusing on multi-layer architecture for automation, image processing, and big data solutions.
  • Collaborate closely within an Agile, cross-site team, actively participating in planning, requirements gathering, and triage using DevOps practices.
  • Work alongside UX and architectural teams, ensuring highly complex technology is designed to be user-friendly and meets customer needs.
  • Utilize Visual Studio 2022, Windows, and GIT in a Windows-exclusive environment, working on SmartSEM—a multi-layer software suite integral to every system.
  • Contribute to test-driven development and requirements engineering.

Key Requirements

  • Proficiency in C++ (90%) with some experience in C#/.NET.
  • Strong knowledge of Windows development environment and tools (Visual Studio 2022, GIT).
  • Familiarity with Agile practices, DevOps, and cloud-based workflows.
  • Advantageous: MFC experience and prior work with software-hardware integration.

We want you!With motivation and passion, you’ll fit right in at ZEISS!We’re looking for individuals who are empathetic, driven, and committed to achieving their goals. If you thrive on challenging tasks, deliver top performance, and are eager to develop your skills while making a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you!

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

James Lawn, Kate Benyon, Natarlee Lawrence, Suya Rolph

Top Skills

C++

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