Systems Engineer for High-End-Filmscanners (m/f/d)

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Systems Engineer / Architect for High-End Film Scanners (m/f/d)

About Us

At DFT, film is our passion and quality is our mission.

Leveraging state-of-the-art IT technologies, we make film digitization efficient and enable the highest standards of image preservation. As the global market leader, we design and manufacture cutting-edge film scanners and digital solutions in Darmstadt, Germany, serving the needs of film archives and post-production facilities worldwide.

Our esteemed clientele—including the German Federal Film Archive, the Library of Congress, Warner Brothers, NBC Universal, and FotoKem—trust us for the exceptional quality, performance, and reliability of our products and services. With additional teams in Burbank, USA, and London, UK, we ensure premium customer support around the globe.

Are you passionate about embedded systems, hardware-centric software development, innovative technology, and the world of film? If so, we invite you to become part of our dedicated team.

Your Role

As a Systems Engineer (f/m/d) , you areresponsible for the holistic understanding, design, and continuous developmentof our advanced film-scanner systems. Working at the intersection of multipletechnologies, you play a key role in shaping our products - from initialconcept to realization with the team - driving technological advancement andensuring long-term quality.

Key Responsibilities

Develop,evaluate, and implement system concepts and technological options forhigh-performance film scanners - from initial idea to series production
Designsystem architectures considering mechatronics, sensor technology, opticsand illumination, control engineering and real-time systems,high-performance camera systems, and workstation environments (Linux,Nvidia GPU)
Createinnovative solution approaches, including unconventional pathways, basedon a deep understanding of application requirements and technical boundaryconditions
Maintaina strong focus on technical excellence, quality, and real-worldapplicability
Long-termopportunity to grow into the role of a System Architect (f/m/d) withexpanded technical responsibility and leadership of interdisciplinaryteams

Your Qualifications

Universitydegree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, SystemsEngineering, or equivalent qualifications
Severalyears of professional experience in the development and commissioning ofcomplex technical systems, ideally with expertise in optics, illumination,image processing, or precision mechanics
Broadtechnological understanding and the ability to integrate differentengineering disciplines and design their interactions
Stronggoal- and solution-oriented mindset with a focus on feasibility, quality,and technical excellence
Hands-onmentality with experience collaborating closely with hardware and softwaredevelopment teams
Highdegree of autonomy, reliability, and initiative
Excellentcommunication skills and enthusiasm for interdisciplinary collaboration-especially with regards to growing into a System Architect role
GermanLanguage, minimum C1 level, both written and spoken
Englishlanguage, minimum B2 level, both written and spoken

What We Offer

Challengingand varied responsibilities in a highly specialized technical environmentwithin a strategically oriented company. Direct impact on productdecisions and technical solutions
Thoroughonboarding by experienced colleagues, followed by continuous personal andprofessional development
Clearperspective to grow into a System Architect (f/m/d)
Acommitted, skilled team with flat hierarchies
Flexibleworking hours and an open, appreciative corporate culture
Amodern work environment with high-quality technical equipment

Ready to join us?

We look forward toreceiving your comprehensive application, including: