Function Owner (f/m/x)

Job Description:

ZEISS Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology​
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Enabler for smaller, more powerful, and more energy-efficient microchips​
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Working for tomorrow today. ​
Around 80 percent of all microchips worldwide are produced using ZEISS technologies. As the centerpiece of every electronically controlled system, they have become an integral part of our everyday lives - whether in smartphones, smart homes or smart factories. ZEISS is a technology leader in the field of semiconductor manufacturing equipment. With high-precision lithography optics, photomask systems and process control solutions, ZEISS enables the production of ever smaller, increasingly powerful, and more energy-efficient microchips, and thus plays a pivotal role in the age of micro- and nanoelectronics.

In this role, you take technical ownership of the Hardware Development Function within our R&D organization. You are responsible for delivering mechanical, electrical (hardware, firmware) and system engineering solutions that meet the highest quality and compliance standards. As a key member of our agile organization, you bridge the gap between strategic product requirements and hands-on engineering delivery.

Your Role

* Ownership of the Hardware Function and Backlog, translating Quarterly Planning commitments into actionable sprint scope and deliverables.
* Decision-making authority for trade-offs within the Hardware function, balancing scope, quality, and delivery timelines.
* Collaborating with Mechanical and Electrical Architecture Experts to ensure seamless module integration and drive commonality across products and platforms.
* Responsibility for Function related feasibility assessment and implementation approval within Change Management Process.
* Coordination of Certification Execution Plans and Regulatory Requirement Checks in collaboration with the Conformity Expert.
* Facilitation of Sprint Planning and Sprint Review meetings for the engineering team, ensuring teams commit to achievable goals and deliver value consistently.

Your Profil

* Completed studies in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or comparable technical education.
* Significant professional experience (8+ years) in hardware development, systems engineering, or R&D environments.
* Proven track record in requirements engineering, technical specification, and design documentation.
* Experience with product certification and regulatory compliance (SEMI standards, CE marking, safety certifications).
* Strong understanding of field installation processes, transport logistics, and system integration.
* Experience in agile methodologies (e.g. Scrum) and tools such as Azure DevOps.
* Independent, reliable work style with strong conceptual and end-to-end thinking skills.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:Janina Kalmbach