Memory Device and Characterization Engineer

Sandisk • Milpitas, CA

6d • $159,763 - $264,650 • Onsite

About The Position

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced technology expert to join a growing team developing Sandisk's next generation of advanced memory products. This role will lead and drive innovation in device and array engineering, from early-stage development through productization. The ideal candidate will combine strong device fundamentals with hands-on experience in array characterization.

Requirements

• PhD or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field, with strong hands-on experience in device testing and characterization.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor device physics, reliability, and failure mechanisms.
• Experience in the electrical characterization of non-volatile memory technologies such as SOM, PCRAM, MRAM, or ReRAM.
• Ability to translate complex technical findings into clear, actionable reports for cross-functional audiences.
• Self-driven, able to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced development environment.

Nice To Haves

• Track record of adopting AI tools to streamline technical work.
• Strong scripting and test development skills, with proficiency in Python and data analysis platforms such as JMP or similar.
• Hands-on knowledge of lab test equipment, automated probers, and ATE memory testers.
• Methodical and organized approach, with experience creating well-structured technical reports and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze electrical data from devices and arrays to understand behavior, performance tradeoffs, and failure mechanisms. Translate findings into actionable feedback for process, materials, and design teams.
• Develop and enhance characterization methodologies and wafer-level test techniques for emerging memory technologies.
• Partner with design, process, and product teams to develop characterization strategies and drive device performance, reliability, and yield improvements.
• Collaborate with test development teams to bring up and validate test programs and new characterization vehicles.
• Troubleshoot complex technical challenges and generate insights that accelerate device optimization and technology development.
• Communicate effectively across teams to align priorities and ensure timely execution.

Benefits

• paid vacation time
• paid sick leave
• medical/dental/vision insurance
• life, accident and disability insurance
• tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts
• employee assistance program
• other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity
• tuition reimbursement
• transit
• the Applause Program
• employee stock purchase plan
• Sandisk's Savings 401(k) Plan
• Short-Term Incentive (STI) Plan
• Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program (restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior