Staff Research Engineer for Radio Frequency Systems Design (all genders)

• Silicon Austria Labs GmbH
• Linz

• Fulltime
• Unlimited

Staff Research Engineer for Radio Frequency Systems Design (all genders)

Silicon Austria Labs is looking for researchers with various job profiles with expertise in one of our cutting-edge research areas related to the field of electronic based systems to strengthen our team. 

As a Staff Research Engineer in Millimeter Wave Technologies Unit, you will be part of a highly innovative team working on the development and implementation of advanced RF systems. You will work on exciting projects and make a significant contribution to the development of new technologies.

Your future tasks include:

• Responsible for research and development in microwave and mmW technologies, shaping the future of high-frequency sensing and communications.
• Implement both hardware and software solutions to realize complex RF and microwave systems.
• Develop comprehensive RF and microwave systems, including circuit design and antenna development, working closely with interdisciplinary teams.
• Perform accurate simulations of RF and microwave systems to optimize the efficiency and performance of the solutions developed.
• Carry out laboratory tests and measurements at microwave frequencies to ensure system quality and functionality.
• Project Management, Project Acquisition
• Technical Lead
• External representation of SAL project team

Your profile:

• You have 4+ years of experience in RF-Systems and knowledge of the simulation tools
• Experience in leadership of small project teams
• worked with state-of-the-art commercial design/simulation tools 
• 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.
• 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”)
• Our values: Open door policy, flexibility in working hours, casual dress code, diverse teams, working with people of different nationalities, informal communication, lifelong learning, compatibility of family and career, sustainability, personal growth, and collective advancement.

This position is subject to the Collective Agreement for employees in non-university research (Research CA) in occupational group F (F1 salary = EUR 4.868, paid 14 times a year). Your actual salary depends on your experience and qualifications. We offer a salary starting with a minimum gross salary of EUR 72.000 (annual, based on an All-in contract).

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.