PhD Student in Camera Optical Design Research (m / f / d)

Huawei's vision is to enrich life through communication. We are a fast growing and leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider.

Driven by a commitment to operations, ongoing innovation, and open collaboration, we have established a competitive ICT portfolio of end-to-end solutions in Telecom and enterprise networks, Devices and Cloud technology and services.

Huawei is active in more than 170 countries and has over 197,000 employees of which more than 80,000 are engaged in research and development (R&D). With us you have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multinational environment with more than 150 nationalities worldwide.

Huawei is a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider. Driven by a commitment to operations, ongoing innovation, and open collaboration, we have established a competitive ICT portfolio of end-to-end solutions in Telecom and enterprise networks, Devices and Cloud technology and services. Our ICT solutions, products and services are used in more than 170 countries and regions, serving over one-third of the world's population. With 197,000 employees, Huawei is committed to develop the future information society and build a Better Connected World.

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

At the Kepler Research Center – Advanced Optics Lab we are now looking for a :

PhD Student in Camera Optical Design Research (m / f / d)

Main Responsibilities

Perform research and design work in mobile phone imaging lenses and new optical architectures :

Optical design of fixed focal lens, zoom lens, freeform optics, etc

Tolerance analysis and straylight analysis

Alignment with cross-functional team on mechanical design, actuation scheme, etc.

Support fabrication and characterization of the optics

Perform literature analysis and technical insight to identify the challenge and future trend of camera optical modeling.

Proposing new concepts and ideas for lenses and drafting patents

Networking with industry and academia experts and technology scouting

Your areas of expertise

Master in optics, optoelectronics, physics, or other related discipline.

Strong theoretical knowledge in geometrical, diffractive and / or physical optics. Applicants with hands-on experience are preferred.

Experience on optical design and simulation software like Zemax, LightTools, CodeV, Comsol, FDTD, GSolver etc. Programming skills like Python and / or MATLAB are considered as a plus.

High interesting and strong willingness to exploring innovative technologies, ability, and experience to independently search the literature and patent in optical area.

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.

We offer healthy meals ranging from traditional Chinese to western delicacies in our famous company canteen.

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.