Dry Etch Staff/Principal Engineer - Advanced NAND

Micron Technology, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. in Singapore seeks a Staff/Principal Engineer to lead dry etch unit process development for next‑generation NAND. You will work with process integration and other areas to drive critical modules and meet program and yield goals.

You will mentor peers, lead cross‑functional task forces, and present roadmaps to upper management. The role combines hands‑on experimentation with data science basics and AI‑assisted tools to improve efficiency and outcomes.

Qualifications

• 3–10 years in dry etch R&D with transition to manufacturing.
• Knowledge of plasma physics and surface phenomena.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead dry etch unit process development and modules.
• Develop/innovate dry etch processes to meet specs.
• Collaborate with process areas and present roadmaps.
• Mentor peers and drive cross-functional task forces.
• Provide updates to upper management on project status.

Skills

Dry etch

Process development

Leadership

Cross-functional

Python basics

AI tools

Education

Masters/PhD in relevant field

Bachelors in relevant field

Tools

SAS JMP

MS Office

AI tools

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.

As a Staff/Principal Engineer, you will be a part of revolutionary Next Generation NAND research & development Dry Etch team driving critical modules listed below. The position promises ample opportunities for innovation, collaboration and testing a new dimension and scaling with Next Generation NAND. You will work directly with process integration and other process areas such as Wet Etch, CVD, Diffusion, Metals, Lithography & CMP. You will work on state of the art and best in class dry etch chambers & own the process roadmap to meet program and yield goals.

Your responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Leading Dry Etch unit process and critical module development
• Develop/innovate dry etch processes to meet structural and electrical specifications
• Collaborate and lead cross functional teams to solve complex structural problems
• Present process and technology roadmaps for current and future technology nodes
• Associated with critical modules such as HAR, Tier by tier etches, WL contacts & staircase
• Interaction with other Process Areas
• Identify opportunities & drive towards a collaborative solution
• Guide other areas technology roadmaps
• Lead or be a part of cross functional task force groups driving towards a target
• Develop basic knowledge tending to expertise in other areas process hardware, or technologies
• Interaction with Dry Etch peers
• Be a resource and mentor for peers in dry etch technology and/or project management
• Provide critical updates to upper management on project status and impacts

Successful candidates for this position will have:

• Demonstrated aptitude for a research and development environment 3-10 years’ experience in dry etch process development in R&D transferring to manufacturing 2-3 years of relevant NAND, DRAM or Logic module development experience, e.g.: cross-functional teams projects and deliveries
• Knowledge of plasma physics, plasma chemistry, transport or surface phenomena gained through experience and/or coursework
• Demonstrated leadership in problem solving. Experience in managing technical projects
• Understanding various types of plasma dry etch reactors (e.g., RF sources, chemistries)
• Expertise in statistical process control and analysis
• Experience in solving scalability problems of deep high aspect ratio silicon/dielectric etches with a fundamental understanding of advanced conventional and unconventional (tailored) pulsing schemes
• Demonstrated ability to lead supplier head to heads
• Data science basics / Python coding / AI coders shall be preferred over candidates without this experience
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office, and SAS software like JmP and similar 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.

Education

Masters / PhD (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Material Science, Physics, Chemical physics, Chemistry, Semiconductor engineering or relevant majors) with 4-10 years of relevant dry etch process development experience Bachelors (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Material Science, Physics, Chemical physics, Chemistry, Semiconductor engineering or relevant majors) with 7-12 years of relevant experience

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.