Micron (San Jose ops) · San Francisco
Hardware & Electrical
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Job / Role Summary
The Staff Engineer delivers module/sub-module ownership in NAND Advanced Thin Films process development, owning defined portions of the process space (dielectric/carbon film processes via CVD/Diffusion) and driving robustness, capability, and integration readiness. Success requires strong hands-on deposition/characterization skills, cross-functional execution discipline, and the ability to translate experimental results into scalable process improvements.
Main Responsibilities
Process Development & Optimization
Develop, optimize, and characterize thin film processes (CVD/Diffusion) to meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability targets.
Execute well-designed experiments, analyze data, and translate results into process improvements.
Support scaling of dielectric and carbon film processes across nodes and platforms.
Module Ownership (Growing Scope)
Own defined portions of a process module or sub-module under guidance from senior engineers; track margins, sensitivities, and integration risks.
Drive issue resolution for process and tool-related problems within assigned scope.
Process Integration & Correlation
Work closely with integration and device teams to ensure compatibility and structural/electrical performance.
Correlate material, structural, and electrical data to guide process optimization; support failure analysis and root-cause investigations.
Tool & Hardware Engagement
Build strong hands-on knowledge of dielectric/carbon film equipment behavior; support tool qualifications, upgrades, and transfers; partner with suppliers to improve stability/capability.
Other Responsibilities
Communicate results clearly through reports, reviews, and data summaries; escalate risks with data-driven recommendations.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
Integrates AI‑assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness, exercising sound judgment and complying with organizational standards and legal requirements.
Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI‑enabled enhancements within one’s scope of work
Candidate Profile
Minimum Qualifications / Experience
PhD ≥3 yrs, or Master’s ≥5 yrs, or Bachelor’s ≥7 yrs of relevant experience in
Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field,
Demonstrated thin film R&D / PD experience and ability to link process conditions to material properties/device behavior.
Must-Have Technical Skills
Thin film deposition fundamentals (CVD/Diffusion) and materials/chemistry/process physics.
Familiarity with fab metrology and film characterization methods (structural/mechanical/optical/electrical as applicable).
Working knowledge of plasma processes, vacuum systems, and chemical reactions.
Must-Have Soft Skills
Strong execution ownership and structured troubleshooting.
Cross-functional collaboration and concise technical communication.
Highly Desirable / Preferred
Understanding NAND thin film structure and electrical needs.
Embody Micron’s core values:
People – Respect, develop and empower others
Innovation – Drive continuous improvement and breakthrough thinking
Tenacity – Show grit and determination
Collaboration – Build trust and foster teamwork
Customer Focus – Deliver excellence and value
About Micron Technology, Inc.
We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich life for all. With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and 5G applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience.
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