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Senior Robotics System Engineer (f/m/x)

POSTED ON 4/25/2025 AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2025
ZEISS Group Oberkochen, Baden-Württemberg Full Time


Are you passionate about driving robotic solutions through artificial intelligence?

We are in search of an experienced, motivated, inquisitive, and results-oriented individual to drive the design of the robotic system in our newly formed AgTech department. ZEISS started a large strategic initiative to leverage our capabilities to bring robotic solutions to high-end greenhouses, with an initial focus on labor automation. Therefore, we established a dedicated team to drive this effort with a start-up like mindset within ZEISS.

As the selected candidate, you will play a crucial role in driving the technology and product development activities, and in overseeing system design and integration. Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders is essential combined with a strong focus on customer-oriented product development and hands-on mentality.

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Develop and implement full system design, integration and technology strategy

  • Define, establish and oversee technical interfaces to allow integration of robotic arms, mobile platforms, sensors and vision systems

  • Provide technical guidance to R&D teams, steer activities, and ensure alignment of all technical efforts

  • Translate customer needs into technical requirements

  • Oversee product development and closely collaborate with business development

  • Guide development from prototype to MVP to final product

  • Manage cooperation with technical partners and suppliers

  • Scouting and evaluation of new technologies or solutions from competitors

  • Support definition of IP strategy

  • Support recruiting of tech talent and onboarding

  • Support and shape the overall vision for AgTech at ZEISS

Your Profile

  • A degree with excellent grades in natural sciences or engineering, - PhD or MBA as a plus

  • Experience with robotics systems as a senior robotics engineer with focus on automation and machine learning gained during the last 7 years

  • Proven track record in designing systems that combine AI/ML and robotics in a fast-paced environment (e.g. Start-Up), experience in image processing is a plus

  • Able to setup a system control platform and integrate different features like robotic arm, sensors and vision systems

  • Deep technical expertise and curiosity to keep track with new innovations and how they can be applied for our products

  • Experience in leading and steering complex technical projects as a project manager

  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with the aptitude to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders

  • Keen interest in investigating complex problems and drive labor automation solutions

  • A resourceful team player with a willingness to help others succeed

  • Proficiency in English, both in written and spoken communication. German is a plus

At ZEISS, we value innovation, collaboration, and a passion for driving change. If you are ready to take on this exciting role and contribute to the future of labor automation solutions in high-end greenhouses, we look forward to receiving your application.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Vanessa Reißle

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