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

CATRO connects companies with the right talents - precisely, individually, and with a strong network. We take careers and businesses to the next level!

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.

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