Foundry Design Support Engineer (d/m/f)

ams-OSRAM AG; Oberpremstätten; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ams OSRAM AG – LSP unit seeks a Technical Project Lead to support foundry customers across multiple CMOS processes and PDKs. You will advise on mixed-signal chip design, assist in Cadence workflows, and coordinate tape-outs with internal teams. Strong analog design experience and independent problem solving are essential.

Fluency in English is required; German is an advantage. The role emphasizes collaboration within a fast-growing photonics system environment and alignment with industry

Qualifications

• Technical education in Electronics, Telematics or Physics as a baseline.
• Good knowledge of analog circuit design (at least 10 years of experience).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving mindset and analytical thinking.
• Knowledge of microchip layout; basic knowledge of Synopsis environments is an advantage.
• Experience in project management is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Technical Project Lead for foundry customers.
• Technical support for Foundry customers (350nm CMOS and HV CMOS, 180nm CMOS and BCD technologies).
• Provide support in mixed signal microchip design for Foundry customers with focus on analog circuit design.
• Provide support in CADENCE design environment.
• Provide support in physical design verification with Siemens/Mentor/Calibre and Cadence/Assura.
• Tape-outs to internal Maskshop data preparation group.
• Participation in PDK training for customers as tutor.
• PDK licensing management.

Skills

Analog circuit design

Project management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

English fluency

Photonic knowledge

Independence

Education

Electronics Telematics Physics degree

Tools

Cadence

Mentor/Calibre

Job description

We are LSP – Light Sensors & Photonics, one of three business units within ams OSRAM, advancing the digitalization of light. At LSP, we go beyond traditional sensing—combining light, silicon, and system expertise to enable digital photonics solutions. Our focus is clear: powering next-generation applications in data centers, AR/VR, mobile and automotive, where light becomes a critical interface for data, perception, and interaction. This evolution marks a shift from components to integrated photonics systems —driving performance, scalability, and innovation in high-growth segments.

• Technical Project Lead for foundry customers.
• Technical support for Foundry customers (350nm CMOS and HV CMOS, 180nm CMOS and BCD technologies).
• Provide support in mixed signal microchip design for Foundry customers with special focus in analog circuit design.
• Provide support in CADENCE design environment.
• Provide support in physical design verification with Siemens/Mentor/Calibre and Cadence /Assura.
• Tape-outs to internal Maskshop data preparation group.
• Participation in PDK training for customers as tutor.
• PDK licensing management.

• Technical education (HTL, Bachelor or Master) in Electronics, Telematics or Physics.
• Good knowledge of analog circuit design (at least 10 years of experience).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Problem-solving mindset and analytical thinking.
• Knowledge of microchip layout.
• Basic knowledge of Synopsis design environments is an advantage.
• Experience in project management is an advantage.
• High level of motivation and commitment.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken), additional language skills (e.g. German) are an advantage.

We offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your performance, experience and qualification.
The employment is in accordance with the collective salary and wage agreement for employees of the electrical and electronics industry, employment group G (https://www.feei.at/aktuelles/mindestloehne-und-gehaelter-eei/).
We offer a higher compensation depending on your expertise and skills.