Business Development Manager - IC Design | Ingenieur/in - Elektrotechnik

Silicon Austria Labs GmbH SAL Villach

St. Magdalen, Kärnten, Österreich
Published Apr 20, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Business Development Manager for IC-Design, you will drive strategic and operational growth for SAL’s integrated circuit design activities. Your primary focus is acquiring R&D projects and industrial partnerships, specifically targeting startups, SMEs, and academic institutions in the fields of sensorics, RF, and radar applications. You will define business strategies, shape service offerings in collaboration with engineering and research teams, and manage key accounts. A significant part of your role involves representing the company at national and international industry events and coordinating marketing efforts. This position is ideal for a professional with a strong entrepreneurial mindset and a deep understanding of the semiconductor ecosystem. You will work in a collaborative, diverse research environment that emphasizes professional growth, flexibility, and employee well-being, supported by state-of-the-art facilities in Austria.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Economics or Engineering with a focus on Business.

Experience

  • 5+ years of experience in Business Development, Sales, or Marketing within the IC-Development industry
  • Proven track record in Project Acquisitions and Key Account Management
  • Experience in Business Strategy Development and Communication Strategies
  • Established professional network within the Austrian and European IC-Development ecosystem

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must be eligible to work in Austria (relocation support provided for non-European nationalities).