Business Development Manager - Performance Digital (m/f/d)

Böblingen
Marketing, PR, Advertising
Full-time
Home Office
Active since: 26.08.2026

IoT, 5G, and Artificial Intelligence. Unthinkable without us. More than half of all microchips produced worldwide first pass through our hands. As the global market leader in automated test systems for the semiconductor industry, we help the world achieve digital transformation, empower our customers to shape the future, and offer you exciting jobs designed for pioneers.
As a member of the V93000 Performance Digital (PD) Business Team, you will work closely on cutting-edge technology in close collaboration with the Global PD Business Lead, Regional Business Development teams, Expert PD Engineers (COEs), key Global Customer Teams, Product Marketing, and the R&D department, in a cross-functional environment. This is an ideal position for an experienced semiconductor industry leader or senior digital application engineer with strong marketing skills.
AI is driving the networking segment to become one of the fastest-growing and most strategic markets in the semiconductor industry. The primary responsibility of this role is to develop and execute strategies to expand the company’s market share by identifying new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and supporting customer adoption of advanced ATE solutions.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Are you ready to shape the future of AI and High-Performance Computing (HPC)?
Lead the global business development strategy for the PD business with a focus on the Networking segment
Analyze the PD market to identify emerging trends, unmet needs, and growth opportunities; align Product Marketing and R&D on future solutions and the product roadmap
Responsible for developing and executing strategies to protect and expand market share in collaboration with the PD Business Lead and Regional Business Development Leaders across the U.S., Europe, and Asia
Coordinate regional PD business development teams by communicating global priorities and supporting regional execution with tailored strategies and customer-specific solutions
Partner with PD key account teams and regional business development leaders to develop compelling customer value propositions
Act as an entrepreneurial leader, driving global PD business growth through strategic initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.

Your Qualifications

Are you interested in working at the cutting edge of semiconductor testing, where innovation meets impact?
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Excellent English language and communication skills
Proven strong leadership skills in global organizations; excellent team player
Experience in marketing and/or product management (or an equivalent role); previous experience in business development is considered an asset
An experienced semiconductor industry leader in the digital domain, or a professional with at least 10 years of experience in electronic design, measurement, and ATE testing for digital semiconductor devices (e.g., APs, CPUs, GPUs, AI accelerators, HSIO, and SerDes)
Willing to challenge the status quo and think “outside the box”
Willing to travel to the U.S., the EU, and Asia on a quarterly basis

Benefits

Flexibility
Benefits
Professional Development
Fitness
Security
Flexible, trust-based work hours; 30 vacation days plus the option for additional vacation days; remote work; customized part-time arrangements; and programs for extended periods of absence
Attractive salary, a share in Advantest’s success through our exceptionally appealing bonus program, as well as numerous subsidies, discounts, and benefits (e.g., bike leasing)
Structured onboarding programs and mentoring, development discussions, technical and soft skills training, language courses, and knowledge sessions
Ergonomic work environment, sports and fitness options and events (e.g., Global Challenge), as well as health days
Attractive company pension plan, comprehensive insurance coverage, and support in emergency situations

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