Director Technology Management (Semiconductor Industry) (m/f/d)

Exyte GmbH; Stuttgart; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Exyte in Germany seeks an experienced technologist to translate evolving semiconductor process and market insights into differentiated client propositions. You will provide technical input during project sales and early execution, guided by a deep understanding of process technologies and capital equipment.

You will lead and coach teams across global regions, engaging with clients and industry networks to identify opportunities, shape solutions, and drive business development for ATF in the

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in engineering, chemistry, physics, or related technical discipline.
• 15+ years of semiconductor industry experience across process technology, capital equipment, manufacturing, or facilities planning.
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor process technologies, process equipment, wafer fab infrastructure, and the manufacturing value chain.
• Proven ability to assess technology trends and translate technical developments into business opportunities and measurable value.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly build expertise in new technologies and markets.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including at least five years of managing, coaching, mentoring, and developing people.

Responsibilities

• Technology and market intelligence: Assess semiconductor industry and technology trends to identify opportunities for business growth, technical differentiation, and client value.
• Industry representation and networks: Strengthen Exyte’s industry presence through engagement with committees, research institutes, associations, and industry events.
• Client engagement: Provide market insights and technical expertise to support client engagement and communicate differentiated value propositions.
• Business development: Support global ATF business development and project acquisition by leveraging industry knowledge and networks.
• Technical concepts and solutions: Develop concepts and solutions in response to evolving semiconductor process and manufacturing technologies.
• Project support: Provide process and manufacturing technology expertise during project sales and early execution.
• Technical communication: Prepare briefings and supporting data to communicate findings and solutions to internal and external stakeholders.
• M&A support: Support technical due diligence, target evaluation, and post-integration activities.

Skills

Semiconductor industry experience

Leadership experience

Client engagement

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Market insights

English fluent

German language preferred

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in engineering/chemistry/physics or related field

Job description

Discover your exciting role

Support the growth and market recognition of Exyte’s global Advanced Technology Facilities (ATF) business in the semiconductor industry by translating technology and market insights into differentiated client propositions and providing technical input during project sales and early execution.

Explore your tasks and responsibilities

• Technology and market intelligence: Assess semiconductor industry and technology trends to identify opportunities for business growth, technical differentiation, and client value.
• Industry representation and networks: Strengthen Exyte’s industry presence through engagement with committees, research institutes, associations, and industry events.
• Client engagement: Provide market insights and technical expertise to support client engagement and communicate differentiated value propositions.
• Business development: Support global ATF business development and project acquisition by leveraging industry knowledge and networks.
• Technical concepts and solutions: Develop concepts and solutions in response to evolving semiconductor process and manufacturing technologies.
• Project support: Provide process and manufacturing technology expertise during project sales and early execution.
• Technical communication: Prepare briefings and supporting data to communicate findings and solutions to internal and external stakeholders.
• M&A support: Support technical due diligence, target evaluation, and post-integration activities.

Show your expertise

• Master’s degree or PhD in engineering, chemistry, physics, or a related technical discipline.
• 15+ years of relevant semiconductor industry experience, ideally across process technology, capital equipment, manufacturing, or facilities planning.
• Strong knowledge of semiconductor process technologies, process equipment, wafer fab infrastructure, and the manufacturing value chain.
• Proven ability to assess technology trends and translate technical developments into business opportunities and measurable value.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly build expertise in new technologies and markets.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including at least five years of managing, coaching, mentoring, and developing people.
• Excellent client-facing, communication, presentation, and networking skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and work effectively across global teams.
• Fluent English, proficiency in another major European language such as German, French, Spanish, or Italian is preferred.

Contact:

For further questions and information, please do not hesitate to contact Gerd Fleischmann via E-Mail at [e-mail].