Member of Technical Staff, NAND Advanced Thin Films Process Development

Job Title

Member of Technical Staff, NAND Advanced Thin Films Process Development

Role Summary

The Member of Technical Staff (MTS) in Advanced Thin Film Process Development leads experiments and material characterization to develop structural and electrical thin film processes for NAND memory. The role supports process integration, technology transfer and manufacturing ramp-up while collaborating with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to improve manufacturability and yield.

Experience Level

Senior-level. Requires approximately 10–15 years of experience in thin film research and development for NAND processes.

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include technical development, experiments, integration, documentation, and mentoring.

• Lead projects to develop structural and electrical film processes, including low/high-k dielectrics and carbon-based films.
• Design, execute and analyze complex experiments; tune recipes and fix process issues.
• Perform material characterization and metrology to support process monitoring and qualification.
• Support process integration, technology transfer and manufacturing ramp-up activities.
• Maintain detailed experiment records and prepare comprehensive technical reports.
• Participate in cross-functional problem-solving teams and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical leadership aligned with TLP entry expectations.
• Contribute to development and documentation of SOPs and knowledge-management systems, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and experience; preferred items noted.

• 10–15 years experience in thin film R&D for NAND processes, particularly diffusion and CVD films.
• Expertise in thin film deposition: Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) and Chemical Vapor Deposition (plasma and thermal); recipe setup and process tuning.
• Proficiency with metrology and characterization tools: ellipsometry, X-ray reflectivity (XRR), SEM, TEM, CD-SEM, thickness measurement tools, and particle counters.
• Strong understanding of process integration, defect analysis, yield improvement, and electrical evaluation methods.
• Experience with process optimization and data analysis including SPC, DOE, and root-cause analysis.
• Experience implementing corrective actions and supporting technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing.
• Effective verbal and written communication and demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions.
• Preferred: publications or patents in relevant domains.

Education Requirements

PhD or equivalent degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.

About the Company

Company: Micron Technology

Headquarters: Boise, Idaho, USA

Micron Technology is a global leader in memory and storage solutions, dedicated to transforming how the world uses information. The company offers a diverse portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory products under the Micron and Crucial brands. With a commitment to customer focus and technological innovation, Micron drives advancements in artificial intelligence, 5G, and other data-centric applications, empowering users to learn, communicate, and progress.