Staff Engineer – Process Development, Cell Film, NAND
Job Summary
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Role Summary
The Staff Engineer developsoptimizes and characterizes cell film thin film processes (ALD/CVD) to meet performance reliability and manufacturability targets and supports scaling of cell film processes across nodes and platforms. Owns defined portions of a module/sub-module under guidance; tracks margins sensitivities and integration risks; drives issue resolution within assigned scope.Operates as a cross-functional contributor who translates experiment outcomes into actionable process improvements.
MainResponsibilities
Process Development & Optimization
Developoptimize and characterize thin film processes (ALD/CVD); design and execute well-planned experiments; analyze data and translate results into process improvements.
Support scaling of cell film processes across nodes and platforms.
Module Ownership & Issue Resolution
Own defined portions of a process module/sub-module; track process margins key sensitivities and integration risks.
Drive resolution of process/tool-related issues within assigned scope.
Process Integration & Correlation
Work closely with integration and device teams to ensure compatibility and electrical performance; correlate material/structural/electrical data to guide optimization.
Support failure analysis and root-cause investigations for yield and reliability issues.
Tool/Hardware Engagement
Build strong hands-on knowledge of cell film equipment/hardware behavior; support tool qualifications upgrades and platform transfers; partner with suppliers to improve stability and capability.
Communication & Technical Growth
Communicate results via technical reports/reviews/data summaries; escalate risks with data-driven recommendations; mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
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 AIassisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency quality or effectiveness exercising sound judgment andcomplying withorganizational standards and legal requirements.
Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement byidentifying testing and sharing AIenabled enhancements within ones scope of work
Candidate Profile
Minimum Qualifications / Experience
PhD3 yrs or Masters 5yrs or Bachelors 7yrsof relevant experience in
Electrical Engineering Materials Science Chemical Engineering Physics or related field
With experience in thin film R&D for microelectronic devise with a proventrack recordof leading complex technology development
Must-Have Technical Skills
Strong fundamentals in ALD/CVD and materials characterization;
Working knowledge of plasma processes vacuum systems and chemical reactions;
Ability to link process conditions to material properties and device behavior.
Familiarity with electrical test methods andfabmetrology tools
Understanding of NAND cell structures and basic device physics
Must-Have Soft Skills
Structured problem-solving and learning agility in an R&D environment.
Clear communication and cross-functional collaboration.
Embody Microns core values:
PeopleRespect develop and empower others
InnovationDrive continuous improvement and breakthrough thinking
TenacityShow grit and determination
CollaborationBuild trust and foster teamwork
Customer FocusDeliver 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 lifefor 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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