Your next career step: into the Optic/Photonic cluster of Berlin

Overview

Dear electrical engineers, laser technicians, environmental analysts and colleagues, Berlin’s optics and photonics industry has a wide range of professions. These are mainly concerned with the development and application of optical technologies such as lighting and microsystem technology.

With around 400 high-tech firms and over 16,000 employees, the capital is one of the industry’s most important and popular locations nationwide.

Market Focus

Cameras, fibre optics, lasers, LEDs, sensors and displays – optical technologies are among the principal technologies of the 21st century. The Berlin-Brandenburg region’s corporate landscape specialises in the following:

• Photonics for communication and sensor systems
• Laser technology
• Biomedical optics and ophthalmic optics

Industry Players

Berlin’s photonics sector is crucial for further global developments in IT, medicine, biotechnology, the environment, transport, mechanical engineering, security, fashion and building technology. In Berlin and Brandenburg, there are many specialised SMEs, as well as traditional firms, such as Osram, Berliner Glas and SPECS. Global players such as Carl Zeiss, Cisco and Tektronix have also established sites in the region. In addition, more and more start-ups are being founded, such as ic! Berlin, Mister Spex and Spree Fiber. You can find more Berlin and Brandenburg companies in the field of optics & photonics in our overview.

Job Opportunities

You also have the option of seeking employment in industry-specific networks and associations. Networks such as OpTec BB e.V. or associations such as Laserverbund Berlin-Brandenburg e.V. and Spectaris – German Industry Association for Optics, Photonics, Analytical and Medical Technologies all have subsidiaries in Berlin, offering additional interesting job opportunities. Begin your job search now! It will be worth your while.

Career Diversity

The diversity of Berlin’s job landscape makes it unique within Germany. In Berlin, innovation meets tradition, science meets business. Discover your opportunities! Find a job in Berlin - no matter if you are an experienced professional, researcher, entrepreneur, or just kick-starting your career!