Head of Backend

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research institutions throughout Germany and is the world’s leading applied research organization. Around 30 800 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.0 billion euros.


Future. Discover. Together.

The backend of the Fraunhofer HHI is part of the technology department with 8 scientists and around 40 technologists. We process sophisticated optoelectronic InP, SiNx, LNoI-based components in 3" and 46" technology. Development projects and small series for optoelectronic data transmission and sensor technology are carried out using state-of-the-art processes (e.g. sputter coating systems, fully and semi-automatic scriber & breaker and facet coating systems). The Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute is a world leader in the development of photonic integrated circuits (PICs). About every second bit transmitted on the Internet touches a PIC from the HHI. Be a part of our team and come on a journey of research and innovation!

Your activity:

What you will do

Leading a broad-based and experienced team of ~8 employees, including exercising authority to issue directives to group employees

You will report directly to the Head of Technology and Infrastructure

Research and development in the field of process technology for InP wafers, especially backend technology

New and further development of various processes for semiconductor technology using statistical methods, state-of-the-art analysis techniques and in situ measurement methods.

Documentation of the results and creation of ISO documents for quality assurance

Collaboration with the management team and scientists in the development of new photonic components

Introduction of new methods or method optimization, including their validation and documentation, definition of KPI (Key Performance Indicators, e.g. throughput, yield, planning reliability)

Contributing own ideas, concepts and process improvements

Your profile:

What you bring to the table

Completed scientific university degree / diploma / master's degree in physics, electrical engineering or chemistry

Specialization in solid state physics / semiconductor technology

Extensive practical experience in continuous improvement

Yield analysis and improvement, process development

Very good knowledge of German (at least C1 level)

Very good written and spoken English skills

Professional experience in the following areas is desirable:

Coating technologies, vacuum systems, passivation coating

First leadership and management experience

Strong communication skills, ability to work in a team

What you can expect

Extremely interesting challenges in a scientific and at the same time entrepreneurial environment

Attractive salary package according to TVöD-Bund with 30 days' vacation, pension scheme (VBL), capital-forming benefits (VWL) 

Modern, excellently equipped workplace in the heart of Berlin

Open and very cooperative working atmosphere in an international team

Extensive training, health and sports offers 

Various employee discounts and discounted BVG ticket

Offers for families (parent-child office, emergency care, leisure activities)

The position is initially limited to 2 years. An extension is explicitly desired.

The weekly working time is 39 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis. We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD). Additionally Fraunhofer may grant performance-based variable remuneration components.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future. 

Requisition Number: 74560 Application Deadline: 08/31/2024

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