Business Development Manager - Microelectronics & Chip Design (m/f/d)
Silicon Alps Cluster GmbH
The Silicon Alps Cluster is a dynamic innovation network dedicated to strengthening the electronics and microelectronics sector in southern Austria. Driven by a passion for excellence, it boosts the competitiveness and innovative power of its members - from leading companies to renowned research institutions.
A dedicated Business Development Manager (m/f/d) is being sought for the microelectronics & Chip-Design department to join the AT-C3 Competence Center team as soon as possible. This role involves collaborating with partners, managing innovation projects, and connecting customers with the right experts to drive the development of cutting-edge chip design solutions.
Your Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with Solution Managers in the partner organizations to develop project concepts for SMEs and startups, giving them access to design expertise and the European Chip Design Platform
* Manage and document funded (eligible) innovation projects
* Identify and coordinate expert services within the European Chips Competence Centers network, assigning tasks to external experts as needed
* Screen and prepare projects for the Project Evaluation Board
* Match customers with the right specialists--both within and beyond the network--to address their chip design needs and select the most suitable design tools
Your Profile:
* Relevant academic background (e.g., Computer Engineering, Embedded Electronics, Microelectronics, VLSI Design, etc.) or equivalent qualification
* Minimum 2 years of leadership experience, with the ability to work independently and take full responsibility for project execution
* Strong determination to drive business development with a customer-centric approach
* Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills, including event coordination
* Self-driven, highly adaptable, and resilient in managing complex, high-impact projects
* Fluent in German (C1/C2) and English (C1)
Opportunities & benefits:
* Exciting and dynamic work environment in the heart of Europe's semiconductor innovation network
* Modern office at the Inffeld Campus in Graz and high level of autonomy and responsibility
* Opportunities for professional growth in a cutting-edge technology sector
* Dynamic work environment with short decision-making processes
* Space for developing your own ideas
* Support for professional and personal development
* A highly committed team with flat hierarchies, strong team spirit, and a positive work climate
* A culture of values in action (professionalism, loyalty, and openness)
* Attractive annual salary starting at EUR 63,000.00 gross, depending on experience and qualifications
Interested?
Join the Silicon Alps Cluster and be part of a forward-thinking organization shaping the future of chip design in Europe.
Send us your application - our consultant Jasmin Hödl, MA, is looking forward to it! Simply submit it with Ref. No. 50.3195 to catro.sued@catro.com. Your data is in safe hands with us - confidentiality is our top priority.
CATRO Management Services GmbH
Jasmin Hödl, MA
Schillerplatz 4
8010 Graz
Tel.: +43 316 81 97 59-0
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