Lead Experience Strategist; m​/f​/x

At Zeiss Digital Partners (ZDP), we have a clear goal:
Enabling and accelerating the digital transformation of ZEISS at speed and  develop digital solutions jointly with the ZEISS business units and accelerate innovation that delivers future value for our customers and our company.

• Lead end‑to‑end innovation projects.
• Translate business and user needs into scalable, innovative digital solutions.
• Drive strategic initiatives for customer‑ and user‑centric innovation.
• Inform UX and business strategy through research and insights.
• Manage multiple projects and ensure high‑quality delivery.
• Align stakeholders across complex domains.
• Scale and apply methods like Strategic Research, Lean Innovation, and Design Thinking.
• Act as a trusted UX strategy partner across domains.
• Ensure strong collaboration across teams.
• Support hiring, capability building, and network growth.

• Master’s in humanities, psychology, design, user research or equivalent.
• Several years in strategy, research, and innovation.
• Strong track record of turning insights into products or MVPs.
• Skilled in qualitative and quantitative research and strategy.
• Solid knowledge of product development, agile, and digital ecosystems.
• Hands‑on experience with Design Thinking and Lean Innovation.
• Familiar with AI, data‑driven products, and emerging technologies.
• Experience working in cross‑functional teams (design, business, tech).
• Strong storytelling and stakeholder management skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset (startup experience is a plus).
• Fluent in English and German.

Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity.