Staff Engineer, Photo Dram

Micron • Boise, ID

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About The Position

Micron Technology is seeking an experienced EUV Process Engineer to support development, optimization, and high-volume manufacturing of next-generation semiconductor technologies. This senior technical contributor operates with significant independence, drives complex process solutions end-to-end, and partners with cross-functional teams and external suppliers to enable robust EUV patterning performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Material Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, plus more than 5 years of post-degree experience in semiconductor lithography process engineering; or an advanced degree (MS or PhD) in one of these fields or a related field, plus more than 3 years of post-graduate experience in semiconductor lithography process engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to independently solve complex process problems using structured, data-driven approaches.
• Strong communication and project management skills, and ability to work effectively across disciplines and organizations.
• Experience using AI tools to automate workflows and improve engineering productivity.

Nice To Haves

• Deep knowledge of and experience with EUV lithography, CDU/overlay modeling, stochastic optimization, or defect mitigation strategies.
• Data science, programming, or machine learning experience applied to semiconductor process development.
• Experience using AI-assisted analytics to enhance data interpretation, anomaly detection, and yield improvement initiatives.
• Experience collaborating with external research institutes or equipment and materials suppliers.
• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive EUV lithography process development and sustainment for advanced technology nodes in a manufacturing environment.
• Innovate design, layout, and photolithography techniques to expand the solution space for future generations of memory devices.
• Review literature to identify potential intellectual property opportunities and file disclosures.
• Lead root-cause analysis and resolution of CDU, overlay, stochastic, and defectivity issues affecting yield and line performance.
• Develop and optimize process windows, scanner jobs, and metrology strategies to meet performance and manufacturability targets.
• Partner with equipment, metrology, materials, etch, and integration teams to deliver stable, high-yield EUV processes.
• Collaborate with external partners and suppliers, including scanner, mask, resist, and ecosystem vendors, to evaluate and qualify technologies that address process challenges.
• Use data-driven methods to analyze large datasets and translate findings into actionable process improvements.
• Document and communicate complex technical results to engineering peers, leadership, and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Choice of medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Programs to help protect income in the event of illness or injury.
• Paid family leave.
• Paid time off program.
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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