PDT Lead for Architecture Projects

Micron Technology; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 193,000 - 391,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Equity program

Job summary

Micron Technology, a world leader in memory and storage, seeks a PDT Lead for Architecture Projects to drive front-end and hand-off to Design and Product Teams. This role combines technical leadership with cross-functional program management to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery aligned with business goals.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in a technical field, experience guiding semiconductor programs (DRAM, ASIC, SoC), and a proven ability to balance performance, cost and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Experience leading semiconductor product development programs involving DRAM, memory systems, storage, ASIC, SoC, modules, platforms, or similar technologies.
• Strong understanding of the semiconductor product development lifecycle, including qualification, manufacturing ramp, reliability, and customer engagement processes.
• Experience with stage-gate development methodologies and new product introduction (NPI) execution.
• Proficiency using AI tools to improve productivity and efficiency in day-to-day work.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional project development activities
• Drive project execution across scope, schedule, quality, cost, and customer commitments while providing executive status updates
• Partner with engineering teams to evaluate technical solutions and balance performance, power, manufacturability, reliability, and cost requirements
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, manufacturing, schedule, and customer risks while resolving cross-functional barriers
• Lead project transition from inception to Design or Product Teams hand-off

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Computer Engineering

Computer Science

Semiconductor programs

Stage-gate NPI

AI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in EE/CE/CS

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.

At Micron, we are shaping the future of memory and storage technologies that power innovation across industries. Our teams collaborate globally to transform information into intelligence, enabling breakthroughs that help the world learn, communicate, and advance faster than ever. We value teamwork, technical excellence, and a commitment to delivering impactful solutions for our customers.

The Product Development Team (PDT) Lead for Architecture Projects plays a critical role in driving successful project execution from inception through hand-off to Design and Product Teams. This position combines technical leadership, cross-functional program management, and customer-focused execution to ensure innovative projects are delivered on time, with high quality, and in alignment with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional project development activities
• Drive project execution across scope, schedule, quality, cost, and customer commitments while providing executive status updates
• Partner with engineering teams to evaluate technical solutions and balance performance, power, manufacturability, reliability, and cost requirements
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, manufacturing, schedule, and customer risks while resolving cross-functional barriers
• Lead project transition from inception to Design or Product Teams hand-off

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
• Experience leading semiconductor product development programs involving DRAM, memory systems, storage, ASIC, SoC, modules, platforms, or similar technologies
• Strong understanding of the semiconductor product development lifecycle, including qualification, manufacturing ramp, reliability, and customer engagement processes
• Experience with stage-gate development methodologies and new product introduction (NPI) execution
• Proficiency using AI tools to improve productivity and efficiency in day-to-day work

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading global, cross-functional engineering teams across multiple development sites
• Strong problem-solving, communication, participant management, and executive presentation skills
• Extensive experience in semiconductor engineering, systems architecture, product development, or technical program leadership
• Demonstrated ability to influence and drive alignment without direct organizational authority
• Experience managing sophisticated programs involving multiple engineering fields and business stakeholders

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:

$193,000.00 - $391,000.00 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.

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. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.

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.

To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers

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