Markus Sauer

Optics Scientist

Wattens, Tyrol, Austria

About

An intrinsically motivated, self-driven expert in non-imaging optics with many years of experience in research and development including LED luminaires and LED optics, light measurement devices and light simulation and, most recently nano imprint lithography. Experienced in management and leadership of research teams, continuously trying to expand and align the expertise and responsibility of the team to meet emerging and future company demands by starting and establishing new research topics in close cooperation with stakeholders.

Experience

  • D. Swarovski KG (23 yrs 11 mos)
    • Optics Scientist
      Feb 2025 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos

    • Head of Materials & Products
      May 2022 - Feb 2025 · 2 yrs 10 mos

    • Technical Project Manager / Agile Coach
      Dec 2020 - Aug 2022 · 1 yr 9 mos

  • Lighting Designer at Conceptlicht AT
    Mar 2001 - Aug 2002 · 1 yr 6 mos

    design of artificial lighting solutions e.g. for museums / public spaces

  • Lighting Designer at HL-Technik AG
    1998 - 2000 · 2 yrs

    design of daylighting and artificial lighting solutions e.g. for office and public buildings / museums