Huawei's Kepler Research Center in Jena is responsible for advanced technology research and architectural development of optics-related products.

Join us as a

PhD Student - Camera Optical Design (m/f/d)

Your mission

• Conduct literature analysis and technical insights to identify challenges and future trends in optical modeling

• Study the optical paths that generate stray light, explore techniques for stray light reduction, and propose mature solutions to improve stray light performance

• Explore solutions to enhance optical efficiency, reduce module size, and improve system performance

• Investigate AI-assisted optical design methods and conduct proof-of-concept experiments to confirm their feasibility

• Attend top academic conferences and exhibitions to exchange ideas and help identify future trends and directions in optical modeling

Your areas of expertise

• Master in optics, CS, AI, mathematics, or other related disciplines, strong knowledge in light propagation theory

• Proficiency with raytracing, optical design and simulation software. Programming skills are considered as a plus, particularly experience with Python and/or other high-level scripting languages

• Passionate about innovations and technology in optical modeling, and strong willingness to learn cross-disciplinary knowledge

• Fluent in English (written and oral) and open to cooperation and to work in a team with multiple cultural backgrounds collaboration

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Your rewards of working here

• Our culture is characterized by innovative power and team spirit as well as the intensive exchange of knowledge and experience within our global network.

• To keep your development ongoing, you will find a broad range of training opportunities. Many online and face-to-face training programs incl. language courses in German and Mandarin.

• Our diverse and welcoming environment is shaped by different backgrounds and around 40 individual nationalities.

• Self-responsible work in a competent, motivated and constantly growing team.

Please send your application and CV (incl. cover letter and reference letters) in English.

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