Technical Key Account Manager
Pubblicato il 01-08-2026 - Fine Foods & Pharmaceuticals N.T.M. in Pavia
The Chips‑IT Foundation is seekinga Technical Key Account Manager (KAM) to act as a long‑term, technically informed partner for SMEs and start‑ups accessing the Foundation’s advanced services and funding support, including both the instruments directly provided by the Foundation and those offered through initiatives in which the Foundation is involved, such as EuroCDP. EuroCDP is a Chips JU initiative building Europe’s next‑generation chip design ecosystem. It supports European innovators throughout the chip design journey, from first idea to silicon, by providing access to design tools, IP, expert guidance, prototyping, and dedicated start‑up programmes.
The KAM will serve as a single commercial and technical interface, guiding users from early project definition and architecture phases through funding applications, grant-execution, tape‑out, prototyping, and ramp‑up. This role combines technical consulting, project coordination, and process governance, supporting users in road‑mapping, eligibility checks, and project lifecycle management.
The KAM will also contribute to ecosystem activation, outreach, and visibility activities to lower barriers for new innovators in the microelectronics and European semiconductor ecosystem.
This is afixed-term position until 31.12.2028, with the possibility of extension based on project needs and performance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve as the main commercial and technical interface between users and internal/external stakeholders.
- Support SMEs and start‑ups in project road‑mapping, definition, and eligibility checks for advanced services and funding opportunities.
- Guide applicants through pre‑screening, orientation, and proposal preparation to reduce avoidable rejections.
- Coordinate interactions with internal teams within Chips‑IT and its related initiatives, external experts, EDA/IP providers, and Design Enablement Teams (DETs) for activities related to EuroCDP.
- Monitor funded projects against milestones, organize t