ASIC Design Engineering Manager, Lund
Axis Communications Aktiebolag · Lund · Tills vidare · Deadline 2026-11-03
Axis Communications is seeking an **ASIC Design Engineering Manager** based in Lund to lead and develop its ASIC Design team. In this position, the manager takes overall operational and people responsibility for a group of ASIC and FPGA engineers developing the hardware modules powering the ARTPEC system-on-chip series, which tackles real-time image processing, advanced video compression, and computer vision for network cameras. Key duties include **leading high-performing engineering specialists**, overseeing planning, budgeting, and resource allocation across complex ASIC development cycles, advancing design methodologies and tools, and collaborating closely with project managers and the broader Technology department to align engineering efforts with product roadmaps. The role suits an ambitious leader comfortable providing architectural oversight and strategic vision within an advanced research and development setting. Candidates must have **previous engineering leadership experience** gained as a team lead, project manager, or formal people manager, alongside the capability to motivate team members, support professional growth, and represent the ASIC group in cross-functional steering teams. Axis provides development through structured leadership and mentorship programmes.
Lead the Next Generation of ARTPEC™ Innovation! High-quality, innovative SoC/ASIC designs are critical to Axis's continued growth and future success. As we push the boundaries of cutting-edge technology with demanding requirements for low power, high performance, and security, we're expanding our ASIC department to meet the evolving challenges of next-generation data processing.
Latest news on Axis SoC: https://newsroom.axis.com/tag/artpec
What is Axis?
Axis is a fast growing and highly innovative company that offers intelligent security solutions. We are market leaders in network and surveillance cameras and are using this as the core around our solutions to create a safer and smarter world. Our success is largely due to our highly skilled staff and our strong culture of daring to succeed and allowing ourselves to constantly break new ground. The people here at Axis are innovative, dedicated and energetic and for us it is not just about creating products - we form and shape industry leading solutions giving highest values to our customers.
Now we are looking for a passionate leader to head our ASIC Design team.
What will I do?
As the Engineering Manager you will have overall responsibility for the ASIC Design team.
- You will lead, coach and develop a team of highly skilled ASIC and FPGA engineers, creating a collaborate environment for people to perform, grow and take ownership. You will build a strong and inclusive team culture, set clear expectations and priorities, and support both experienced experts and emerging talents in their development.
- You are comfortable leading highly experienced specialists and creating the arena for them to succeed. You know when to provide direction, when to challenge and when to step back and let the experts lead.
- You will work close with your project manager and the Technology department to develop the next generation of ARTPECs, driving strategic technical direction and ensuring alignment with our product roadmap and future vision.
- You will do the planning, budgeting, resource allocation and day-to-day operations, ensuring optimal team performance, project delivery, and efficient resource utilization across multiple complex ASIC development cycles.
- You will be part of dynamic and expanding management teams in the ASIC and in the Technology departments, contributing to strategic decision-making and shaping the future direction of hardware innovation at Axis.
- You will lead and support organizational, methodology and process development, spearheading advancements in our design methodologies, tools, and processes to maintain our cutting-edge capabilities and efficiency.
- You will participate in cross functional project steering groups representing the ASIC team and ensuring seamless integration and collaboration with broader product development initiatives.
- …and depending on your interests and ambitions maybe even more?
Who are we looking for?
We seek a visionary leader with a profound passion for both cutting-edge technology development and empowering high-performing engineering teams. You thrive on fostering a stimulating, creative, and collaborative environment.
With a track record in technically demanding landscapes, you confidently provide architectural oversight and strategic vision, successfully navigating the complexities of advanced R&D environments.
Parallel to managing your own team we want you to have an enthusiasm for active participation in our leadership team to drive strategic initiatives, cross-functional alignment, and foster a healthy, unified culture across the entire multi-site department.
You are an ambitious and initiative-taking person that has good leadership skills with the ability to motivate the people around you and visualize the direction going ahead.
You have previous experience leading engineering teams as a team lead, project manager or formal people management.
The ASIC Design team
Your team, the core of our ARTPEC innovation, is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing the sophisticated hardware modules that provide Axis with an undeniable competitive edge. We tackle complex challenges in real-time image processing, advanced video compression, and state-of-the-art computer vision, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in surveillance technology using the latest techniques and tools.
The team also hosts the competence center for FPGA design at Axis. The FPGA designers assist in technology selections, methodology setup as well as participating in exciting product projects.
The team takes pride in delivering top-quality work using the latest techniques.
What Axis has to offer
Axis is an organization that values creativity and promotes teamwork and openness. With us, you will grow both personally and professionally within areas such as:
- Impact: Influence the next generations of ARTPEC and technology that is at the heart of Axis' products.
- Leadership: Lead highly skilled engineers in a culture where expertise, innovation and collaboration are highly valued.
- Strategic exposure: Be part of management teams and contribute to decisions shaping the future direction of hardware development.
- Growth: Develop your leadership, organizational and strategic capabilities in a global technology company. We have both Leadership and Mentorship programs supporting you in your journey.
- Culture: Work in an open and collaborative environment with strong technical communities and opportunities to build relationships across the organization.
Ready to act?
Axis is a company realizing the benefits of a diverse workforce. We know that diversity in groups creates a better working environment and promotes creativity, something that is fundamental for our success. Would you like to grow with us?
Find out more from our recruiting Director Patrik Lislén on phone +46 46 272 1800.
We review applications continuously.
See you around!