Job Description

Imagine being part of a team that's redefining the future of mobility--where your ideas don't just sit in a lab but power next-generation technology. At indie, we are developing cutting-edge semiconductors, photonics, and radar sensors and systems for automotive, industrial, and adjacent markets. Our innovations are at the heart of advanced intelligent sensing and user experience applications, pushing the boundaries of what's possible.



If you're passionate about groundbreaking technology and want to make a real impact alongside a fast-paced team that thrives on creativity and collaboration, we'd love to have you on board!


As a global leader, indie's photonics team specializes in developing advanced optical systems and components that drive progress across various industries--from material processing, quantum technologies, LiDAR, navigation, sensing, and imaging, to augmented reality and medical applications. At our Switzerland location (formely Exalos), we focus on the design, development, manufacturing and sales of advanced light source solutions based on Superluminescent Light Emitting Diodes (SLEDs) and Laser Diodes (LDs).



We are seeking an experienced and driven

European Sales Manager

to accelerate our growth across key European markets. In this strategic role, you will play a central part in expanding our business with both existing and new customers, driving revenue and bookings, and strengthening our market position in advanced automotive and mobility solutions.



Your areas of activities will be to manage complex Design-In programs with major key accounts. You will increase market share in our target markets, manage regional representatives and distributors, support proposals for new product investments, and provide primary technical support to customers in close collaboration with internal teams.

Start date:

July

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, 2026 or to be agreed

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and develop existing and prospective customer relationships within the assigned sales territory Drive long?term, sustainable company growth through strategic sales activities Generate new business and sales revenue in line with commercial objectives Maintain regular, direct relationships with key customer management and decision?makers Identify, contact, and evaluate new potential customers and business opportunities Analyze and assess opportunities in new and emerging markets Accurately record weekly sales activities and customer interactions in Salesforce Support the development of periodic sales forecasts, providing reliable data and insights

Requirements:

10-15 years of experience selling light source technologies in one or more of the following markets: Medical, Navigation, Sensing, Avionics, or Scientific Test & Measurement; technical degree required (e.g., engineering, physics, optics) The role will be based in Zurich, Switzerland with regular travel Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to achieve win?win outcomes and close deals effectively Solid market knowledge, including awareness of industry trends, competitive landscapes, and customer needs In?depth customer knowledge, enabling tailored solutions and long?term relationship building Proven experience in customer account management, including development, retention, and strategic growth of key accounts Excellent organizational and time?management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple accounts simultaneously Highly self?motivated and results?driven, with the ability to work independently and proactively in a target?oriented environment.




If you feel motivated in joining our team and would like to contribute to our high-tech activities in the site of Schlieren (Zurich), Switzerland, we would be pleased to receive your application including CV and motivation letter.


indie Semiconductor and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.



We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants' needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.


Concerning agencies: indie Semiconductor does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for fees related to such.