Are you ready to represent the world’s leading pure-play MEMS foundry in one of the most dynamic and innovative technology markets in the world?

As Area Sales Manager – North America, you will play a pivotal role in expanding Silex’s commercial footprint across the U.S., driving new business opportunities while strengthening long-term customer relationships with global technology leaders. This position combines advanced technical understanding of MEMS with strategic business development — a perfect fit for someone who is both technically curious and commercially driven.

Would you like to know more about Silex and what we do? Read more here.

In this role, you will:

Represent Silex Microsystems at international conferences and trade shows, connecting with potential customers and industry partners (approx. two trips per month, mainly across the U.S, to Europe and occasionally to Asia).
Proactively identify, qualify, and pursue high-value business opportunities to expand the customer base and drive growth.
Lead commercial discussions and negotiations, securing agreements with both new and existing customers.
Balance new business development (approx. 20%) with nurturing and growing existing key accounts (approx. 80%).
Develop trust-based partnerships with customers, ensuring alignment between their needs and Silex’s capabilities.
Manage a portfolio of 10–15 key accounts and onboard 2–3 new strategic customers annually, guiding them from concept to production.

Team Sales & Business Development

You will join Silex’s global Sales & Business Development organization — a high-performing team operating across Europe, Asia, and North America. The team’s mission is to grow Silex’s global customer base and build long-term partnerships with leading innovators in MEMS technology. You will report to the EVP of Sales & Business Development and collaborate closely with Silex’s technical experts and project teams in Stockholm.

We are looking for someone who has:

A university degree in MEMS, microfabrication, or a closely related engineering field.
Solid technical knowledge of MEMS devices and fabrication processes.
Practical experience in MEMS manufacturing or wafer-level microfabrication (through work, research, or education).
A genuine interest in business development and in building a commercial career in advanced technology markets.
Fearlessness and proactivity when engaging new contacts and senior decision-makers.
A strong analytical mindset and technical curiosity.
Excellent communication skills and a relationship-oriented, social personality.
Commercial awareness and a strong sense of business opportunity.

Previous experience in technical sales or customer-facing roles is advantageous, as is experience from entrepreneurial environments where agility and ownership are key.

What we offer you:

The chance to work closely with fantastic colleagues across the globe.
The opportunity to work with the latest technology in MEMS.
To be part of a leading company driving technology development in the industry.
Strong knowledge exchange with the world’s foremost experts in process integration and process development of MEMS.
The opportunity to shape and grow Silex’s U.S. sales presence in the world’s most innovative tech market

About Silex MEMS Foundry

Silex is the world’s largest and most advanced pure-play MEMS foundry, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. MEMS is embedded in nearly all modern technologies — from consumer electronics and automotive to medical devices and data centers.

With a team of expert engineers, Silex brings the ideas and concepts of the industry’s leading MEMS innovators to life. The Silex team brings together talented, curious, and visionary individuals to break new ground in the industry, developing the latest process technologies within MEMS for the most innovative applications. As part of this team, you will work with some of the world’s leading technology companies.

Additional Information

We have an ongoing recruitment process and therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. To apply, please attach your CV and answer a few short questions.

Our process is competency-based and includes a personality and logic test as well as reference checks.

We look forward to your application and to welcoming you on this exciting journey!

Compensation:The annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 – $150,000 USD, depending on experience and qualifications, plus a performance-based bonus of up to 50% of base salary.

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