Managing Director, MU Ventures

Micron; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 236,000 - 412,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity compensation

Bonuses

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Micron Technology seeks a visionary leader to head Micron Ventures, shaping the investment strategy across AI, semiconductors, and compute infrastructure. You will own the full venture lifecycle from thesis development to exits, and partner with Micron business units to turn investments into strategic value.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 15+ years in venture capital or corporate development, with at least 5 years in senior fund leadership and a strong network in AI and hardware

Qualifications

• Master’s degree plus 15+ years in venture capital, corporate venture capital, growth investing, or corporate development.
• At least 5 years in senior fund leadership roles with a track record of investments and exits.
• Extensive network across premier venture firms, universities, accelerators, and AI/semiconductor communities.

Responsibilities

• Define Micron Ventures’ investment strategy, sector priorities, and portfolio construction.
• Source, diligence, value, structure, negotiate, and present investment recommendations to executives.
• Turn investments into strategic value through pilots, product collaboration, and market insights.

Skills

Venture capital leadership

AI/semiconductor expertise

Strategic investment

Executive communication

Education

Master's degree in CS/CE/EE/Math/Business

Job description

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever. Micron is seeking a visionary, well-connected investor to lead Micron Ventures, the company’s corporate venture capital arm. This is a unique opportunity to shape how Micron engages with the next wave of innovation across AI, semiconductors, compute infrastructure, and adjacent technologies. The role will define Micron Ventures’ investment strategy, sector priorities, and portfolio construction in alignment with Micron’s corporate strategy and technology roadmap. This leader will own the full venture lifecycle, including thesis development, sourcing, diligence, valuation, structuring, negotiation, and executive-level investment recommendations. The role will also partner closely with Micron business units and technical leaders to turn investments into strategic value through pilots, commercial engagement, product collaboration, and market insight. Serve as the venture arm’s primary external ambassador across the founder, VC, and research communities, while acting as a trusted advisor to Micron’s executive leadership on technology shifts, competitive dynamics, partnership opportunities, and adjacent M&A themes.

What We’re Looking For

• The ideal candidate will bring a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Statistics, Physics, Mathematics, Business administration, or related field along with 15+ years of experience in venture capital, corporate venture capital, growth investing, or corporate development, including at least 5 years in senior fund leadership roles.
• Consistent track record of successful investments and exits with financial and measurable strategic outcomes; Experience leading or shaping the strategy of a $100M+ venture fund, including portfolio construction, deployment pacing, reserve strategy, and exit planning; Extensive network across premier venture firms, founders, universities, accelerators, and frontier AI and semiconductor communities; Proven ability to build and lead high-performing investment teams and focused investment processes; Deep expertise in AI/ML, semiconductor ecosystems, advanced compute infrastructure, and the evolving hardware-software stack; Exceptional executive presence, communication skills, and judgment in high-stakes internal and external settings.

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is: $236,000.00 - $412,000.00 a year Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future.

• We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget.
• Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave.
• Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays.

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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