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Fullstack Software Engineer – Cinematography & Computer Vision (f/m/d)

ZEISS develops digital tools for film and television productions, creating intelligent software solutions for cameramen, directors, and VFX artists.
73447 Oberkochen, Germany
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Media

Description For Fullstack Software Engineer – Cinematography & Computer Vision (f/m/d)

ZEISS is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge digital tools for the film and television industry. As a Fullstack Software Engineer in their Cinematography & Computer Vision team, you'll be working on innovative solutions that directly impact how movies and TV shows are made. The role combines traditional software engineering with specialized knowledge in video processing, computer vision, and media production workflows.

The position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and creative arts, developing tools used by professionals in film production. You'll be responsible for building both backend systems for processing complex video and sensor data, as well as user-friendly frontend interfaces that make these tools accessible to creative professionals.

Working in an international, cross-functional team, you'll collaborate with virtual production studios, VFX artists, and fellow engineers to create solutions that range from prototypes to production-ready applications. The role requires a strong technical foundation in full-stack development, with technologies like Node.js, Python, React, and experience with video processing and image analysis.

This is an ideal position for someone who combines strong software engineering skills with a passion for film technology and creative workflows. The role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in the film industry while being part of ZEISS, a company with a rich history of optical and technological innovation.

ZEISS offers a modern work environment where specialized knowledge and teamwork are highly valued. The company's unique ownership structure through the Carl Zeiss Foundation ensures a long-term focus on advancing science and society. They actively promote diversity and welcome applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity, social origin, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation.

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Responsibilities For Fullstack Software Engineer – Cinematography & Computer Vision (f/m/d)

  • Development and optimization of applications in the field of cinematography
  • Building backend and frontend components for processing, analyzing, and synchronizing video data and sensor inputs
  • Development of modern GUIs for set tools, monitoring, or control
  • Design and implementation of APIs for internal and external interfaces (REST, WebSocket, etc.)
  • Collaboration with virtual production studios, VFX artists, and software engineers
  • Development of applications from prototypes to production-ready software solutions
  • Error analysis, bug fixing, and continuous optimization of existing applications
  • Working in cross-functional international teams in an agile environment

Requirements For Fullstack Software Engineer – Cinematography & Computer Vision (f/m/d)

Node.js
Python
TypeScript
React
  • Completed studies in computer science, media informatics, or comparable qualification
  • Several years of experience in full-stack development
  • Understanding of camera technology, image processing, and/or production workflows in the film industry
  • Knowledge in processing video streams, sensor data, or image analysis
  • Interest in visual design, film technology, and creative workflows
  • Team spirit, strong communication skills, and high degree of initiative
  • Very good German and English language skills, both written and spoken

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