Hardware Tester/Validator for Lab Automation

Shape the future of cell-based research and lab technologies with us

At ZEISS, we enable researchers and clinicians around the world to gain deeper insights into biological systems and disease mechanisms. As part of our business unit for life sciences, you will ensure that ZEISS products and systems meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and compliance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, execute, and document tests, validate requirements, and drive continuous improvement in validation processes.

Your role

• Systematically execute, record, and evaluate physical tests of hardware with technical equipment and real biological samples
• Define and evaluate test routines together with application experts and the software development team
• Script simple tests to optimize parameters during tests
• Document test workflows, results, deviations, and decisions;
• Support audits and quality reviews with clear documentation
• Communicate with the software team when functions are not yet supported or require adjustments
• Communicate with application experts and customers, to ensure that the chosen testing conditions closely represent future use cases
• Providing application support for customers, incl. troubleshooting and remediation
• This role is linked to a project with an expected run time until 4/28 and provides the opportunity to gain experience in an innovative environment at ZEISS.

Your profile

• University degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in software & hardware testing and validation, ideally with lab instrumentation
• Basic scripting or programming skills to adjust parameters during tests (e.g., Python)
• First experience in working with biological material, i.e. cells and tissues, or with sterile working conditions is a strong plus
• A structured, reliable and pragmatic way of working, with high awareness of quality, while managing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with risk management, FMEA, or quality management systems is a plus
• ·Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary, international teams 
• Very good English skills; German skills are an advantage
• The hands-on nature of this position requires on-site availability in Dresden; occasional travel within Germany or abroad might occur

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Carina-Rachele Binding-Germano, Stefanie Kretschmann