Memory System Architect for Generative AI (HBM)

Micron Technology, Inc; Folsom, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc is seeking a New College Grad Memory System Architect for the HBM Generative AI program in Folsom, CA. You will research advanced memory architectures, evaluate system-level models, and help define technology roadmaps for AI workloads.

Join a team that collaborates across hardware and software to translate research into architecture recommendations, shaping future memory solutions and accelerators.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in computer architecture or memory systems.
• Master's degree, PhD, or equivalent in a related technical field.
• Strong understanding of GPU/AI accelerator or large-scale computing architectures.
• Knowledge of memory hierarchy concepts, including caches, HBM, DRAM, storage systems, and memory performance optimization.
• Experience with performance modeling, architectural simulation, system analysis, or related research methodologies.
• Programming in Python, C++, and AI computing frameworks such as CUDA, TensorFlow, or similar technologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled tools and large language models (LLMs) such as Copilot, Claude, or similar technologies.

Responsibilities

• Research and evaluate advanced memory architecture concepts for AI accelerators, including GPU, TPU, and emerging compute platforms.
• Develop and analyze system-level models to assess performance, power, scalability, and efficiency across memory and compute architectures.
• Investigate memory hierarchy optimizations involving HBM, DRAM, cache, storage, and interconnect technologies.
• Evaluate architectural trade-offs and emerging technologies, including compute-near-memory concepts, to support future product development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate research findings into architecture recommendations and long-term technology roadmaps.

Skills

GPU architectures

Memory hierarchy

Performance modeling

Architectural simulation

Python

C++

CUDA/TensorFlow

AI tools/LLMs

Education

Master's/PhD or equivalent in Computer Architecture or related field

Tools

CUDA

TensorFlow

Job description

Micron Technology, Inc is seeking a New College Grad Memory System Architect for the HBM Generative AI program in Folsom, CA. You will research advanced memory architectures, evaluate system-level models, and help define technology roadmaps for AI workloads.

Join a team that collaborates across hardware and software to translate research into architecture recommendations, shaping future memory solutions and accelerators.