Junior Scientist Millimeter-wave Design and Verification (all genders) // Job-ID:171-1
Festanstellung, Vollzeit · LINZ
Your future responsibilities
As a Researcher in Millimetre Wave Technologies, you will be part of a highly innovative team working on the development and implementation of advanced RF and microwave systems. You will work on exciting projects and make a significant contribution to the development of new technologies. - Responsible for research and development in millimetre-wave technologies, shaping the future of high-frequency communications.
- Implement both hardware and software solutions to realise complex RF and microwave systems.
- Perform accurate simulations of RF and microwave systems to optimise the efficiency and performance of the solutions developed.
- Develop and design advanced RF systems and contribute to the planning and implementation of innovative systems in the field of microwave and radio frequency technologies.
- Carry out laboratory tests and measurements at microwave frequencies to ensure system quality and functionality.
- Develop comprehensive RF and microwave systems, including circuit design and antenna development, working closely with interdisciplinary teams.
Your profile
- A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Informatics or similar fields
- At least 3 years of experience in electronics development (chip or PCB level) in the microwave frequency range
- worked 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
- Interested 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 E. We offer competitive salaries and additional benefits based on your experience and qualifications. For this position, your minimum monthly salary starts with EUR 3.963,00, paid 14 times a year. 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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