Project Architect Backend

Imec; Belgique (MO); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

IMEC is seeking an experienced Project Architect Backend to lead technical customer engagements and manage multidisciplinary ASIC/SoC projects. You will define scope, timeline, costs and risks to win customer projects while maximizing value creation, and coordinate with design managers to ensure alignment with broader goals.

You will oversee packaging, production testing, qualification, and supply chain services, collaborating with customers and internal teams to deliver compelling technical

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Experience with project management and leading multi-stakeholder projects.
• Knowledge of package design, production testing, and qualification methods.

Responsibilities

• Define scope, timeline, costs and risks for customer projects in pre-sales and post-sale phases.
• Oversee ASIC/SoC projects and provide manufacturing solutions for packaging, test and qualification.
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to deliver technical responses and align with organizational goals.
• Stay informed about industry trends and imec positioning in ASIC manufacturing services.

Skills

Communication skills

English fluency

Project management

Multi-stakeholder coordination

Attention to detail

Education

MSc/BSc in microelectronics or related field

Tools

JEDEC standards

OSAT collaboration

Job description

Project Architect Backend

What you will do

IC-Link by Imec project architect team is looking for a technical customer engagement expert to support business development activities. In this role, you will oversee multiple
customer ASIC/SoC projects and provide manufacturing solutions for package, test and qualification related activities. A relevant technical background is essential.

• As a project architect you are accountable for delivering your projects to the business development manager: define the scope, timeline, costs and risks to win customer projects while maximizing value creation.
• Your goal will be to demonstrate IC-Link expertise in packaging, production testing, qualification and supply chain management services.
• You are responsible for the technical response to customer questions in the pre sales phase. Your work includes collaboration with the customer and within the internal team and across functions. You represent your cluster of projects to key stakeholders and work closely with design managers/directors to ensure alignment with broader organizational goals. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential in this role.
• You stay informed about industry trends and IC-Link by imec's positioning in ASIC Manufacturing services. You are dedicated to continuously improving both the quality and speed of our innovation. You contribute fresh ideas and support their implementation.

What we do for you

We offer you the opportunity to join one of the world’s premier research centers in nanotechnology at its headquarters in Leuven, Belgium. With your talent, passion and expertise, you’ll become part of a team that makes the impossible possible. Together, we shape the technology that will determine the society of tomorrow.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and proud of our open, multicultural, and informal working environment with ample possibilities to take initiative and show responsibility. We commit to supporting and guiding you in this process; not only with words but also with tangible actions. Through imec.academy, 'our corporate university', we actively invest in your development to further your technical and personal growth.

We are aware that your valuable contribution makes imec a top player in its field. Your energy and commitment are therefore appreciated by means of a market appropriate salary with many fringe benefits.

Who you are

• You hold a MSc or BSc in microelectronics, electrical engineering, physics, applied physics, or equivalent.
• You have 10+ years of working experience in the ASIC post silicon manufacturing domain - Package, Test and Qualification. You have established and demonstrable knowledge in technical aspects of package design - substrate and assembly, Test wafer sort and final test, and Qualification standards - JEDEC including automotive and space. You are familiar with the commercial aspects of design development, NPI and production pricing models. You are familiar with financial calculations.
• You have extensive knowledge in mainstream packages (FCBGA, WLCSP, QFN, QFP) and advanced package technologies (2.5D - CoWoS, 3D - WOW, COW)
• You have solid knowledge in Production Test and Qualification flows
• You have knowledge and experience of working with OSATs in a global environment
• You have experience in creating statement of work with diligence on the technical deliverables and commercial aspects
• You have experience in project management, leading and following up on projects with multiple stakeholders in a structured and methodological way. You enjoy supporting teams in reaching their objectives.
• You have a strong drive and operational acumen, along with solid organizational skills, including attention to detail and multi-tasking abilities.
• You are an enthusiastic team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills and are fluent in English. You are diplomatic and able to easily interact with customers, management, researchers, and administrative staff.
• You have a positive mindset and an always improving mentality.
• You are willing to work in a dynamic, collaborative and multicultural environment.

IMEC and its affiliates will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. IMEC will consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes submitted by vendors such as search firms, staffing agencies, professional recruiters, fee-based referral services and recruiting agencies (hereafter "Agency") to have been referred by the Agency free of charge. IMEC will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have a prior written agreement with IMEC, validated by its HR department, in place regarding a specific job opening and allowing to submit resumes.