Principal Engineer, Advanced DRAM PI
Micron TechnologyJob Title
Principal Engineer, Advanced DRAM PI
Role Summary
Lead an R&D engineering group focused on performance, reliability, and manufacturability of next-generation 3D DRAM charge storage devices and thin-film transistors. The role combines device physics, materials science, and process integration to resolve scaling, performance, and power challenges in a production-relevant R&D fab.
Work with cross-functional teams (build, probe, yield) to design experiments, analyze data, and implement process and equipment changes that improve product quality and manufacturability.
Experience Level
Senior — Principal-level role. Minimum industry experience: 5+ years (per posting).
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities include leading technology development and a team to deliver manufacturable DRAM technologies.
- Lead a team of engineers to develop vertically stacked DRAM, focusing on charge storage devices and thin-film transistors.
- Optimize process flows to improve product quality, reliability, and manufacturability.
- Design and execute experiments in the R&D fab to evaluate process, equipment, and material changes.
- Analyze inline, parametric, and probe data to diagnose failure mechanisms using methods such as 8D, FMEA, or SPC.
- Collaborate with build, probe, yield improvement, and other cross-functional teams to resolve complex performance issues.
- Communicate technical findings clearly and drive implementation of actionable solutions.
Requirements
Must-have technical experience and skills.
- 5+ years of relevant industry experience in semiconductor process integration or development.
- Strong knowledge of semiconductor device physics and materials science.
- Proven project management and experience leading cross-functional technical teams.
Nice-to-have:
- Detailed knowledge of mainstream memory technologies (DRAM, NAND).
- Experience with advanced-node projects and team leadership at scale.
- Expertise in experiment build and theoretical/statistical data analysis.
Education Requirements
MS or PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (as stated in the posting).
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.
