Staff Engineer – Process Development, Cell Film, NAND

Micron Technology, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. in Singapore seeks a Staff Engineer to develop, optimize, and characterize cell film thin film processes (ALD/CVD) to meet performance and reliability goals. You will own defined portions of modules, track margins, and drive resolution of process/tool issues within scope.

You will collaborate with integration and device teams, analyze data to guide optimization, and mentor junior engineers while integrating AI-assisted insights into daily work.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s with substantial R&D in thin film or microelectronic devices.
• Experience leading complex technology development in ALD/CVD.
• Strong problem-solving and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and characterize thin film processes (ALD/CVD).
• Design and execute experiments; translate results to improvements.
• Own portions of a module; track margins, sensitivities, and risks.
• Collaborate with integration and device teams for electrical performance.

Skills

ALD/CVD fundamentals

Materials characterization

Electrical test methods

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PhD or equivalent

Master’s ≥5 yrs experience

Bachelor’s ≥7 yrs experience

Tools

Fab metrology tools

Vacuum systems

Electrical/structural data analysis

Job description

Our Vision

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 Staff Engineer develops, optimizes, and characterizes cell film thin film processes (ALD/CVD) to meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability targets, and supports scaling of cell film processes across nodes and platforms. Owns defined portions of a module/sub-module under guidance; tracks margins, sensitivities, and integration risks; drives issue resolution within assigned scope. Operates as a cross-functional contributor who translates experiment outcomes into actionable process improvements.

Main Responsibilities

Process Development & Optimization Develop, optimize, and characterize thin film processes (ALD/CVD); design and execute well-planned experiments; analyze data and translate results into process improvements. Support scaling of cell film processes across nodes and platforms.Module Ownership & Issue Resolution Own defined portions of a process module/sub-module; track process margins, key sensitivities, and integration risks. Drive resolution of process/tool-related issues within assigned scope.Process Integration & Correlation Work closely with integration and device teams to ensure compatibility and electrical performance; correlate material/structural/electrical data to guide optimization. Support failure analysis and root-cause investigations for yield and reliability issues.Tool/Hardware Engagement Build strong hands-on knowledge of cell film equipment/hardware behavior; support tool qualifications, upgrades, and platform transfers; partner with suppliers to improve stability and capability.Communication & Technical Growth Communicate results via technical reports/reviews/data summaries; escal…Other Responsibilities Communicate results clearly through reports, reviews, and data summaries; escal…? Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing. 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 ≥3 yrs, or Master’s ≥5 yrs, or Bachelor’s ≥7 yrs of relevant experience in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field, With experience in thin film R&D for microelectronic devise, with a proven track record of leading complex technology development

Must-Have Technical Skills Strong fundamentals in ALD/CVD and materials characterization; Working knowledge of plasma processes, vacuum systems, and chemical reactions; Ability to link process conditions to material properties and device behavior. Familiarity with electrical test methods and fab metrology tools Understanding of NAND cell structures and basic device physics

Must-Have Soft Skills Structured problem-solving and learning agility in an R&D environment. Clear communication and cross-functional collaboration. 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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