Technical Director

About the role

As a Technical Director at ASM, you will play a pivotal role in identifying and shaping critical technology inflections that drive mid- to long-term business growth. This role offers significant opportunity to influence strategy, work closely with customers on complex technical challenges, and grow your career in an environment where individuals truly matter.

Responsibilities

• Identify and drive technology inflections that support ASM’s mid- and long-term business strategy.
• Lead new product introduction (NPI) programs, including system qualification and system matching, to meet or exceed customer performance requirements.
• Serve as a trusted technical leader for customers, engaging directly with their advanced development teams.
• Understand current customer technology needs while anticipating future requirements and opportunities.
• Develop and maintain technical roadmaps and materials for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate across Product Development, Product Marketing, Service Engineering, and Operations to deliver a strong customer experience.
• Lead and coordinate multi-site, global customer projects that build trust in ASM’s capabilities and secure new business.
• Drive alignment through structured reviews and cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline. 10+ years of experience in the semiconductor industry, including leading a team. Deep semiconductor expertise with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, market dynamics, and customer environments. Proven technical leader with experience building, developing, and inspiring high-performing teams while driving meaningful change. Strategic thinker and executor who can translate complex technical insights into clear roadmaps, decisions, and business impact. Trusted communicator and influencer with executive-level presentation skills and the ability to engage effectively at all levels. Collaborative, self-directed leader who thrives in fast-paced, matrixed organizations and builds strong partnerships with customers and internal teams.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in the semiconductor industry, with a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, market dynamics, and customer environments. They should be able to lead cross-functional teams, develop and maintain technical roadmaps, and drive meaningful change. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential, along with the ability to engage effectively at all levels within the organization.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and execution
• Technical leadership and team management
• Customer engagement and relationship building
• Collaboration and partnership development
• Complex problem-solving and decision-making

Benefits

At ASM, we believe in creating a workplace where individuals truly matter. Our benefits package includes:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Flexible work arrangements
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities
• A supportive and inclusive culture
• Opportunities for career advancement and growth

Pay

Salary range: $120,000 - $180,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position, with flexible working hours to accommodate the needs of the role and the team.

Contact Information

To apply, please visit our careers page and submit your resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!