Job Description
Frontend Process Development Director
Kulim, Malaysia

The ams OSRAM Group is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions. As a specialist in Digital Photonics, we combine technological excellence with state-of-the-art global manufacturing capabilities to offer our customers the broadest portfolio of digital emitter and sensor technologies. 
Globally, our teams develop groundbreaking solutions aligned with societal megatrends like intelligent mobility, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, smart health, and robotics. 
At ams OSRAM, employees are part of a highly innovative, international technology environment. Diverse teams, a high degree of ownership, and exciting challenges provide the opportunity to grow, develop, and make a real difference. Because behind our innovations are people who carry something special inside and who bring their unique strengths to work every day. 

Show the world what you are made of.

Your new responsibilities

  • Owns and executes the FEK specific process development roadmap including allocation of the relevant R&D budget and resources
  • Planning, setup, coordination and risk management of new process- and eqipment introduction as well as process transfers from RGB to KUL in the context of new chip products and operations efficiency. Initialize and realize ratio and equipment evaluation / procurement projects.
  • Alignment between R&D and manufacturing needs regarding cross platform synergies, technology re-use, complexity reduction and quality improvement.
  • Alignment with suppliers and following up process technology- and equipment market trends, cooperation with external partners and industry associations as well as benchmarking of relevant competitor solutions.
  • Knowledge and skill management in Frontend Processes and Sequences including methodological competences (e.g. DOE planning, statistics, FMEA, eDEV, Infodoc, etc.)
  • Resource, Investment and Budget Planning for PRO KUL Projects and PRO input to Chip Developement Projects


What we look for


  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Physics or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in semiconductor technology.
  • 10+ years of experience in R&D, process development, or process engineering.
  • 10+ years of leadership experience managing cross-functional and multicultural teams.
  • International exposure through global projects, stakeholder management, or overseas collaborations.
  • Strong knowledge of semiconductor technology and optoelectronic device physics.
  • Experience in frontend process development and semiconductor manufacturing processes.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills with knowledge of DoE, FMEA, 8D, and Root Cause Analysis.
  • Understanding of Cost of Ownership (CoO) and process optimization.
  • Ability to lead, develop, and motivate high-performance teams.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Fluent in English, Chinese, Malay, and/or German would be an advantage.


Please contact Nurul Ain Rosli for further information via NURUL-AIN.ROSLI@AMS-OSRAM.COM or +60 (4) 3053200.

ams OSRAM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity, equity and inclusion is strongly established in our corporate culture and we firmly believe it makes us more successful as a company. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment regardless of ethnic, national or social origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, age, physical and mental abilities.
Information at a Glance
Job ID:  23996
Posting Start Date:  8/26/26
Job Family:  Research & Development
Career Level:  Experienced Professional (>8 years)
Company:  OSRAM OS Penang
Schedules:  Full Time
Work Model:  Hybrid
Job Shift:  Flex time
Regular/Temporary:  Regular
Department:  OS Kulim Process Development

Application deadline: As long as the job is listed on our career page, we are looking for suitable candidates. We look forward to receiving your application.