Distinguished Member of Technical Staff (DMTS) – Process Development, Wet, NAND

MICRON SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA OPERATIONS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 230,000 - 370,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. seeks a DMTS to shape long‑term wet process and chemistry strategy, driving external technical insight into roadmap decisions and expanding Micron’s competitive edge through supplier exclusivity and ecosystem collaboration.

The role sets direction across boundaries, mentors senior technical contributors, and integrates AI-enabled insights to improve efficiency while upholding standards and compliance.

Qualifications

• PhD ≥15 yrs, or Master’s ≥17 yrs, in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• Extensive wet process development experience.
• Deep understanding of memory technologies, semiconductor processing/devices, and collaboration.
• Strong record of technical contributions, publications, or patents.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision of future potential of new materials and methods from academic/consortium projects to guide roadmap solution selection.
• Interact with suppliers to drive tech development, ensure alignment, and build strategic relationships.
• Identify, define, and drive SOW agreements to increase Micron exclusivity of equipment/chemistry/process solutions.
• Align process technology roadmaps across PD teams and resolve cross‑functional issues.
• Guide and mentor senior technical contributors; sustain a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.
• Prepare high‑impact technical presentations, white papers, and patent filings; initiate strategic collaborations with external partners.
• Integrate AI tools to improve efficiency, quality, and compliance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI-enabled enhancements.

Skills

Process strategy

Surface science

Analytic methods

Risk assessment

Vapor etch

Wet strip

Dry strip

Selective chemical etching

Electrical evaluation methods

Fab metrology tools

DOE / SPC

Data analysis (Y3)

Memory process flow

Education

PhD or Master’s in Electrical Eng / Materials Science / Chemical Eng / Physics

Tools

CD-SEM

Thickness measurement

Particle counters

Job description

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Join an inclusive team passionate about one thing: using their expertise in the relentless pursuit of innovation for customers and partners. The solutions we build help make everything from virtual reality experiences to breakthroughs in neural networks possible. We do it all while committing to integrity, sustainability, and giving back to our communities. Because doing so can fuel the very innovation we are pursuing.

Role Summary

The DMTS is a top technical authority who shapes long‑term wet process and chemistry strategy, drives external‑facing technical insight into roadmap decisions, and expands Micron’s competitive advantage through supplier exclusivity mechanisms and ecosystem collaboration. Expected to set direction across organizational boundaries, influence long‑term technical investment priorities, and establish external perspectives into internal roadmaps.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide vision of future potential of new materials and methods from academic/consortium projects to guide roadmap solution selection.
• Interact with equipment and materials suppliers to drive innovative technology development, ensure alignment/progress, and build productive strategic relationships.
• Identify, define, and drive SOW agreements to increase Micron exclusivity of equipment/chemistry/process solutions.
• Align process technology roadmaps across PD teams and resolve cross‑organizational logistical issues.
• Guide and mentor senior technical contributors; sustain a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.

Other Responsibilities

• Prepare high‑impact technical presentations, white papers, and patent filings; initiate strategic collaborations with external partners (universities/research institutes).
• 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≥15yrs, or Master’s ≥17yrs, of relevant experience in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• With extensive wet process development experience.
• Deep understanding of memory technologies, semiconductor processing/devices, and strong ability to form internal/external collaborations.
• Strong record of technical contributions, publications, or patents in relevant domains.

Must-have Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of process technology development business processes/strategy, surface science and analytic methods related to material properties, and rational risk assessment.
• Possess a deep understanding of the process technologies such as Vapor etch, wet strip, dry strip, selective chemical etching, etc.
• Familiarity with electrical evaluation methods and fab metrology tools (e.g., CD‑SEM, thickness measurement, particle counters).
• DOE / SPC and data analysis systems (e.g., Y3) to analyze experimental outcomes.
• Working knowledge of memory process flow (planar + vertical NAND context).

Must-have Soft Skills

• Cross‑functional collaboration, concise communication, and ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment.

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.

To learn more, please visit micron.com/careers

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Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

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