Location: Jena

Your Role

Analyze existing software development processes such as coding, testing, documentation, and review to identify automation and AI potential across the full software lifecycle
Improve development workflows with a focus on AI-supported engineering
Develop and maintain software components and tools for automation and for integrating AI into development processes and transfer them into reliable engineering tools
Ensure code quality, reproducibility, and maintainability of new and existing solutions
Enable the entire development team to use AI-supported tools and workflows effectively, define best practices for AI in software engineering, and support the adoption of new and existing tools
Define and track relevant KPIs, continuously improve workflows based on feedback and usage, and ensure a measurable contribution to productivity
Evaluate emerging AI technologies for software development, contribute to the strategic evolution of the development platform, and ensure compliant and responsible AI use

Your Profile

Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or a related field
Proven expertise in applying AI and LLM technologies, for example coding assistants, agents, prompting, workflow automation, or machine learning integration
Several years of experience in modern software development, for example with Python, C++, cloud technologies, CI/CD, and (Azure) DevOps
Knowledge of software architecture and a strong understanding of the full software lifecycle
Experience in designing efficient development processes and working in agile environments such as Scrum or Kanban
Strong solution- and impact-oriented, proactive mindset
Ability to translate technological progress into measurable business and engineering value
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Fluent in German and English

Additional Locations: Oberkochen

Job description provided by Zeiss.
View the original posting