Working Student (m/f/d) – Software Testing, Demo Lab & Product Support

Overview

Bruker is a global leader in scientific instruments and analytical solutions, with more than 11,000 employees across 90+ locations worldwide. Bruker Optics GmbH & Co. KG is one of the leading manufacturers of FT-IR, FT-NIR, and Raman spectroscopy systems used in industry, research, and academia.

To strengthen our team in Ettlingen, we are looking for a Working Student (m/f/d) – Software Testing, Demo Lab & Product Support. In this hybrid role, you will support software testing, demo lab operations, and product quality activities while gaining hands-on experience with scientific instruments and software in an international environment.

What We Offer

• A flexible part-time position alongside your studies.
• Practical experience with cutting-edge FTIR spectroscopy systems and scientific software.
• Insight into the interaction between Product Management, R&D, Service, and Application Support.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to product quality and customer satisfaction.
• A collaborative and international work environment within a leading scientific instrumentation company.
• Freedom to contribute your own ideas and develop new skills.
• Flexible work model with a base in Ettlingen.

Responsibilities

Your Tasks

• Support software and firmware testing of FTIR products by executing test cases, documenting results, and reporting issues.
• Assist in improving test coverage and product quality through structured verification of new software releases.
• Support the Demo Laboratory by preparing, maintaining, and organizing demonstration instruments.
• Coordinate and assist with the shipment and logistics of demo systems for customer evaluations, events, and internal activities.
• Support product managers and application specialists in collecting, documenting, and analyzing product feedback.
• Assist in the investigation and documentation of recurring technical issues to support root-cause analysis and continuous product improvement.
• Help maintain product documentation, test records, and internal support materials.
• Collaborate closely with Application, Product Management, R&D, Service, and Marketing teams.

Qualifications

Your Profile

• Enrolled student in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related technical/scientific field.
• Strong interest in scientific instruments, software, technology, and product quality.
• Structured and detail-oriented way of working.
• Basic understanding of software testing or quality assurance is a plus.
• Hands-on mentality and willingness to work with laboratory instruments and hardware.
• Fluent in English; German is beneficial.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international environment.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools, scripting, programming, or technical documentation is an advantage.