Pathfinding Device Integration Engineer

Micron Technology; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Paid family leave

Robust paid time-off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc in Boise, Idaho is seeking a Pathfinding Device Integration Engineer to define and advance next-generation memory technologies. You will identify and evaluate novel device concepts and work on integrating these into manufacturable solutions.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD or MS in related fields with a strong semiconductor device physics foundation. The position offers various benefits like medical, dental, and robust paid time-off.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate novel device concepts to enable future performance and reliability improvements.
• Own the integration of device concepts and materials into cohesive, manufacturable technology solutions.
• Develop and execute experiments in the R&D fab to validate new architectures.

Skills

Semiconductor device physics

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

TCAD modeling

Job description

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.

Department Introduction: We are part of Micron’s Technology Development organization, a collaborative R&D environment where curiosity and experimentation drive the next generation of semiconductor devices. Our team works at the intersection of semiconductor fundamentals and materials science to transform innovative concepts into manufacturable reality.

Position Overview: As a Pathfinding Device Integration Engineer, you will own the definition and advancement of next‑generation memory technologies. Your work will have a direct impact on future device scaling by bridging the gap between novel material systems and actionable process flows.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate novel device concepts to enable future performance and reliability improvements.
• Apply deep semiconductor device physics knowledge to guide technology development and design trade‑offs.
• Own the integration of device concepts and materials into cohesive, manufacturable technology solutions.
• Develop and execute experiments in the R&D fab to validate new architectures.
• Analyze complex datasets across simulation and silicon results to optimize failure mechanisms and variability.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with modeling, characterization, and compose teams to align technical roadmaps.
• Communicate technical findings and trade‑offs clearly to diverse internal 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.
• Demonstrated record of innovation through patents, publications, or product‑relevant solutions.
• Proven 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, and TCAD modeling.
• Direct experience with materials characterization and statistical analysis.
• Background in technology pathfinding or R&D fab environments.

Benefits

Micron offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, income protection, paid family leave, robust paid time‑off, and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on the Micron Technology, Inc website.

EEO Statement

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.