Principal Thin Film Engineer — CVD/Diffusion for NAND

Micron Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. seeks a senior leader in thin film process development for NAND applications in Singapore. You will define strategy, drive multi-functional teams, and oversee end-to-end module development to enable high-volume manufacturing.

Advanced characterization, ALD/CVD expertise, and strong cross-site collaboration are essential, along with a track record mentoring engineers and delivering cost/yield improvements.

Qualifications

• PhD ≥5 yrs, or Master’s ≥7 yrs, or Bachelor’s ≥10 yrs of relevant experience in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field
• With demonstrated experience in Thin Films R&D/PD for NAND including CVD and Diffusion thin films
• Must have hands-on thin film deposition (ALD/CVD) and advanced characterization

Responsibilities

• Define and implement technical strategy for structural and electrical film process development aligned to business and technology objectives.
• Lead multi-functional teams to develop, integrate, and scale thin film processes for advanced NAND structures/devices.
• Oversee end-to-end development of process modules with manufacturability, scalability, and integration readiness.
• Resolve complex technical challenges with significant business implications (root cause analysis, mitigation of process/device failures).
• Drive technology transfer and ramp-up activities to enable transition from R&D to high-volume manufacturing.
• Lead cost reduction, yield improvement, and reliability enhancement programs through innovative process/material utilization.
• Integrate AI-assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness.
• Mentor senior engineers and influence technical direction across the organization.

Skills

Thin film deposition

ALD/CVD

NAND applications

Process design

XRR

Ellipsometry

SEM

TEM

SIMS

XPS

Electrical evaluation

SPC/DOE

Data analytics

Chamber design

Plasma optimization

Gas delivery

Technical leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentorship

Executive communication

Competitive benchmarking

AI literacy

Education

PhD or higher

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

XRR

Ellipsometry

SEM

TEM

SIMS

XPS

Job description

Micron Technology, Inc. seeks a senior leader in thin film process development for NAND applications in Singapore. You will define strategy, drive multi-functional teams, and oversee end-to-end module development to enable high-volume manufacturing.

Advanced characterization, ALD/CVD expertise, and strong cross-site collaboration are essential, along with a track record mentoring engineers and delivering cost/yield improvements.