Pathfinding Device Integration Engineer

1000 Micron Technology, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Choice of medical, dental and vision plans

Robust paid time-off program

Paid family leave

Job summary

1000 Micron Technology, Inc. seeks a Pathfinding Device Integration Engineer to innovate memory and storage solutions at the intersection of device physics and materials science.

Your role will focus on evaluating novel device concepts, leading integration efforts, and optimizing device performance through R&D experiments. Strong candidates hold a PhD or MS in a relevant field and have a proven record of innovation.

The position offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and robust PTO.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in semiconductor device physics and process integration.
• Proven record of innovation through patents, publications, or product‑relevant solutions.
• Strong analytical and quantitative problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate novel device concepts and material systems.
• Lead integration to align materials and process flows.
• Build and implement experiments in the R&D fab.

Skills

Semiconductor device physics

Analytical problem-solving

Written and verbal communication

Education

PhD or MS in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics

Tools

TCAD

Statistical analysis tools

Job description

Overview

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.

As a Pathfinding Device Integration Engineer, you will work at the intersection of device physics, materials science, and process coordination. Your work will be critical to future device scaling and will directly impact Micron’s long-term technology roadmap.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate novel device concepts and material systems to enable future scaling and performance improvements.
• Lead as an integration owner to align materials and process flows into cohesive, actionable technology solutions.
• Build and implement experiments in the R&D fab to optimize device performance and manufacturability.
• Analyze inline, parametric, and probe data to evaluate operating mechanisms and sources of variability.
• Collaborate multi-functionally with modeling, characterization, reliability, and other engineering teams to guide technology trade‑offs.
• Communicate sophisticated technical findings and strategic recommendations to leadership and diverse technical audiences.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD or MS in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics, or a related field.
• Strong foundation in semiconductor device physics and process integration.
• Proven record of innovation through patents, publications, or product‑relevant solutions.
• Strong analytical and quantitative problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with sophisticated semiconductor nodes or non‑conventional device architectures.
• Working knowledge of semiconductor build, architecture, or materials characterization.
• Familiarity with TCAD, physics‑based modeling, and statistical analysis tools.
• Background working in high‑stakes R&D or technology pathfinding environments.

Benefits

• Choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations.
• Benefit programs that help protect income if unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave.
• Robust paid time‑off program and paid holidays.

EEO & Disability

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.

Compliance

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.