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Zeiss

Corporate venture capital for deep-tech startups

IT Systems Engineer / IT Specialist for Production-Related IT Infrastructure & User Support

System AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeZürich, SwitzerlandNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A background as a system integration IT specialist with an additional qualification such as technician training, an informatics degree at HF/FH level, or a comparable qualification is required.
  • Several years of professional experience in a comparable role are required, ideally around five years after completing training or studies.
  • Experience with IT systems in manufacturing or production environments and practical first- and second-level support for employees is required.
  • Knowledge of production equipment networking and operational technology/information technology integration is required.
  • Very good German language skills at C1 level and English language skills at B2 level, spoken and written, are required.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the central IT contact at the Zurich site for office and manufacturing colleagues, supporting workplace computers and production-related IT systems.
  • Select, procure, install, configure, commission, expand, and support complex IT systems throughout their operation.
  • Receive and analyze hardware and software incidents in office and manufacturing environments, identify causes, and coordinate lasting solutions with central IT.
  • Perform first-level and selected second-level support, including advising, instructing, and assisting users.
  • Identify and assess site network and server issues and handle them in close coordination with central IT in Oberkochen.
  • Help develop production-related IT solutions, edge computing, and manufacturing IT security, and maintain their stability.
  • Program and manage business applications and contribute to business data analytics solutions for the site.
  • Contribute to IT and digitalization projects in Operations and R&D from planning through rollout, supported by the specialist team in Oberkochen.
  • Participate in defined on-call duties to help ensure 24/7 operation of critical systems.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with Industry 4.0, the Industrial Internet of Things, and network security in production environments is desirable.

About the Company

Zeiss

Corporate venture capital for deep-tech startups

ZEISS Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of the ZEISS Group, investing in deep-tech startups that align with its core business areas. It focuses on early-stage rounds (pre-Series A to Series A), typically $1–$5 million, across Information Technology, Industrial Tech, MedTech, and Life Sciences. It adds value by providing targeted funding and using ZEISS’s global network and expertise to support portfolio companies. The goal is to accelerate development of new technologies and business models that complement ZEISS’s portfolio, while actively engaging with external innovation.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding
$69.9M
Headquarters
Oberkochen, Germany
Founded
2001

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