Your future responsibilities
As a Senior Scientist in the Millimetre Wave Design and Verification department, you will be an integral part of our innovative team, taking on a variety of highly responsible roles. You will work on cutting-edge technologies and shape the development of cutting-edge RF and microwave circuits and systems.
- Take on the role of senior researcher in millimetre-wave technologies, driving the development of innovative solutions.
- Coordinate and manage challenging projects and ensure the successful implementation of research results.
- Provide technical leadership and ensure quality and efficiency in the development of RF and microwave systems.
- Generate and pursue new research ideas that significantly influence technical progress in millimetre-wave technologies.
- Responsible for the implementation of RF and microwave circuits and systems, both at the hardware and software level.
- Carry out extensive laboratory testing to ensure the performance and functionality of the systems developed.
- Represent the SAL project team both internally and externally, maintaining contact with partners and strengthening the research department's network.
Your profile
- PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Informatics or similar fields
- At least 4 years working experience in the electronics development (chip or PCB level) in the microwave frequency range
- Experience of leading small to medium sized teams in a project context
- Working experience with state-of-the-art commercial (Cadence, Synopsys, Altium, etc.) and/or open-source design tools (xschem, klayout, openlane, kicad, etc.)
- Hands-on skills including high-frequency measurements on PCB and/or on-wafer
- Interest in broadening your scope from technical work to research projects
- Excellent English skills; German is an advantage
Important Facts about SAL
- Diverse research activities with many technical challenges.
- State-of-the-art laboratory facilities and equipment.
- Location in the heart of Europe in Austria – relocation support for non-European nationalities.
- Internal and external training opportunities for career development.
- Home office in Austria (max. 40%) and work from anywhere in the European Union possible (< 25%).
- Family & children friendly - actively shaping the compatibility of family and career.
- “Vital4SAL” to promote a healthy workplace (e.g. SAL coaching pool, trainings on mental health, physical activities, healthy snacks, 24/7 accident insurance)
- € 4 per day meal allowance in restaurants or € 2 per working day in supermarkets.
- Public transport initiative (subsidy for the “Klimaticket”
This position is subject to the Collective Agreement for employees in non-university research (Research CA) starting in occupational group F (F1 salary = EUR 4.757,- paid 14 times a year) based on 38,5 hours per week). For this position we offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your experience and qualifications, starting with a minimum gross salary of EUR 70.000 (annual, based on an All-in contract and bonus).
About us
Silicon Austria Labs (SAL) is a top research center for Electronics and Software Based Systems (ESBS). At three locations (Graz, Villach, Linz), SAL is conducting research along the entire ESBS value chain in the areas of sensor systems, power electronics, intelligent wireless systems, microsystems and embedded systems to develop future-oriented solutions for industrial production, health, energy, mobility, safety and more. SAL brings together key players from industry, science and research and thus valuable expertise and know-how and conducts cooperative, application-oriented research along the value chain. Cooperative projects are co-financed by SAL and enable a fast and unbureaucratic project start. SAL is thus shaping the high-tech location Austria and Europe and developing the future
Innovation is our top priority and so are our employees. We are a family-friendly company and support the compatibility of work and family as much as possible. That is why we have been awarded the Work and Family Certificate until 2026. But we are constantly working on new measures to offer our employees an environment where they feel good, healthy and motivated.
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