An exceptional CEO opportunity to join an established and scaling semiconductor analysis / deep-tech company based in The Netherlands (Hybrid). The company’s cutting-edge technology enables analysis of compound semiconductors, such as the ones used for displays, power electronics and photovoltaic devices.
The opportunity:
Scaling a Semiconductor Analysis Pioneer, the company has matured its core technology and established strong academic customer base across the globe while making inroads to R&D user cases with first industrial clients.
As CEO, you will be responsible for leading the company’s strategy and execution, managing the team, and expanding international commercial operations. The CEO will guide the company from a deep-tech venture to a player that can dominate selected niches in semiconductor analysis. This is a hands-on and entrepreneurial CEO role: from supporting customer installations and optimizing system performance, to forming strategic partnerships and securing follow-on funding—you’ll be deeply involved across the board.
Your Responsibilities:
● Define and execute a scalable go-to-market and growth strategy
● Lead and develop a high-performing team across engineering, operations, and sales
● Translate company goals into operational plans and performance metrics
● Oversee production, commissioning, and customer support processes
● P&L responsibility, manage financial reporting, KPIs, and investor relations
● Maintain and evolve the innovative, high-performance culture
Ideal career background:
● 10+ years’ experience in working at a deep-tech or scientific / semiconductor instrument company, preferably in leadership roles with a strong commercial affinity.
● Proven leadership in semiconductor or high-tech equipment markets.
● Entrepreneurial mindset: hands-on, agile, and commercially sharp.
● Technical background (optics, semiconductors, or electron microscopy preferred).
● Ability to lead both technical and commercial conversations with customers and partners.
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