ZEISS

(Senior) Project Manager Photonic Integrated Circuit (m/f/x)

Germany · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerZEISS
LocationGermany
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted13 Oct 2026

Your Role

Are you passionate about driving integrated photonic technologies into innovative products? Then, leverage your experience to help us unlock the immense business potential of photonic integrated circuits (PIC) – a market that is growing rapidly due to the demand for AI, faster communication, and novel types of sensors. ZEISS has started a major strategic initiative to establish an interdisciplinary team in a dynamic and agile startup environment. The corporate-backed startup will benefit from ZEISS’s ecosystem and its expertise in the field of photonics. You will play a key role in the design, simulation, and characterization of photonic components and systems. In this exciting opportunity, you will design state-of-the-art photonic integrated circuits and contribute to the realization of complex photonic systems.

Your role:

Lead and manage complex photonic integrated circuit (PIC) development projects
Lead and manage complex external partnerships and initiatives in the field of Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs)
Provide professional leadership to the project team
Plan and monitor project resources (budget, time, people)
Ensure adherence to quality standards and deadlines
Work closely with internal and external stakeholders (development, production, marketing, customers, suppliers)
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks
Continuously optimize project management processes and workflows
Report project progress to senior management
Manage procurement and contracts

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Your Profile

University degree (Master/Diploma) in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Microsystems Technology or a comparable field
Five or more years of practical experience in project management
Proven project management experience, ideally with relevant certification (e.g. PMP, IPMA)
Experience in the field of photonic integrated circuits and relevant technologies like waveguide design, lithography, assembly, and connection technology is a plus
Experience in systematic problem solving and strategic thinking
Ability to align project goals with the overall objectives of the organization and to consider the long-term implications of decisions
Ability to motivate the team and foster a positive, collaborative working environment
Strong communication, conflict resolution, and team working skills
Leadership and professional communication skills
Very good written and oral skills in German and English

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Friederike Kirklar-Harms

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