Senior Research Scientist

**ZEISS in India** ZEISS in India is headquartered in Bengaluru and present in the fields of Industrial Quality Solutions, Research Microscopy Solutions, Medical Technology, Vision Care and Sports & Cine Optics. ZEISS India has 3 production facilities, R&D center, Global IT services and about 40 Sales & Service offices in almost all Tier I and Tier II cities in India. With 2200+ employees and continued investments over 25 years in India, ZEISS’ success story in India is continuing at a rapid pace.  Further information at [ZEISS India](https://www.zeiss.co.in/corporate/home.html). **Job purpose** We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Research Scientist with 4–5 years of experience and a post doctoral fellowship in AI/ML to join our dynamic R&D team. The ideal candidate is passionate about applied machine learning, has strong algorithmic thinking, and possesses excellent communication skills. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge research and contribute to real-world applications. **Duties and responsibilities** * Design, develop, and optimize algorithms in AI/ML for real-world applications. * Conduct research and experiments to solve open-ended engineering problems. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define problem statements and develop technical solutions. * Prototype, validate, and scale AI/ML models using Python and related frameworks. * Contribute to technical documentation, research papers, and presentations. * Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in machine learning and related fields. * Develop and enhance rendering techniques to produce photorealistic images and animations, utilizing advanced shading, lighting, and texturing methods **Qualifications** * 4–5 years of hands-on experience in AI/ML, data science, or related areas. Deep learning, machine learning, recurrent learning, 3D CNNs, foundation models (good to have) * Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn). * Optimization and pruning of AI algorithms * Data curation, processing, and management * Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and software development fundamentals. * Knowledge of Git * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. * Good oral and written communication skills. * Proven academic excellence. **Educational Requirements** Completed Ph.D. program in one of the following disciplines with post doctoral experience in  reputed research institutes * Medical Electronics * Biomedical Engineering * Computer Science * Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning * Electronics or Electrical Engineering * Information Science * Related engineering fields **Preferred Exposure** * Experience with research publication, internships, or projects in AI/ML. * Exposure to domain-specific AI applications (e.g., healthcare, signal/image processing, embedded AI). * Familiarity with scientific computing tools and environments. **Other Attributes** * Opportunity to work on state-of-the-art AI technologies. * Collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment. * Mentorship and guidance from experienced researchers. * Flexibility for publishing and attending conferences (as applicable). **Job purpose** We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Research Scientist with 4–5 years of experience and a post doctoral fellowship in AI/ML to join our dynamic R&D team. The ideal candidate is passionate about applied machine learning, has strong algorithmic thinking, and possesses excellent communication skills. The role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge research and contribute to real-world applications. **Duties and responsibilities** * Design, develop, and optimize algorithms in AI/ML for real-world applications. * Conduct research and experiments to solve open-ended engineering problems. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define problem statements and develop technical solutions. * Prototype, validate, and scale AI/ML models using Python and related frameworks. * Contribute to technical documentation, research papers, and presentations. * Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in machine learning and related fields. * Develop and enhance rendering techniques to produce photorealistic images and animations, utilizing advanced shading, lighting, and texturing methods **Qualifications** * 4–5 years of hands-on experience in AI/ML, data science, or related areas. Deep learning, machine learning, recurrent learning, 3D CNNs, foundation models (good to have) * Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn). * Optimization and pruning of AI algorithms * Data curation, processing, and management * Strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and software development fundamentals. * Knowledge of Git * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. * Good oral and written communication skills. * Proven academic excellence. **Educational Requirements** Completed Ph.D. program in one of the following disciplines with post doctoral experience in  reputed research institutes * Medical Electronics * Biomedical Engineering * Computer Science * Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning * Electronics or Electrical Engineering * Information Science * Related engineering fields **Preferred Exposure** * Experience with research publication, internships, or projects in AI/ML. * Exposure to domain-specific AI applications (e.g., healthcare, signal/image processing, embedded AI). * Familiarity with scientific computing tools and environments. **Other Attributes** * Opportunity to work on state-of-the-art AI technologies. * Collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment. * Mentorship and guidance from experienced researchers. * Flexibility for publishing and attending conferences (as applicable). Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Saptarshi Chowdhury