Photo DRAM Sr Engineer

Micron; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

Micron Technology in Boise, Idaho is seeking a Photolithography Engineer (Level 2 or 3) to develop and integrate lithography processes for advanced memory technologies. You will work hands-on with tools, materials, layouts, and data, and collaborate with global partners to move innovations from R&D into high-volume manufacturing.

The role emphasizes applying AI tools to advance process development, drive yield and device performance improvements, and partner with cross-functional teams across

Qualifications

• MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; or a BS with 2+ years semiconductor lithography experience.
• Experience in photolithography or semiconductor process development
• Working knowledge of process characterization, data analysis, and statistical methods
• Ability to collaborate across cross-functional technical teams

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate photolithography unit processes for advanced memory technologies
• Perform material evaluations, reticle/layout development, OPC, overlay optimization, and process window analysis
• Drive yield improvement, failure analysis, and device performance optimization
• Partner with equipment vendors to evaluate tools and improve process capability
• Document processes, communicate results, and support technology transfer to manufacturing
• Leverage Artificial Intelligence tools to advance process development

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical methods

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering or related

B.S. with 2+ years semiconductor lithography

Tools

AI tooling

Semiconductor process tools

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 has an opening for a Photolithography Engineer (Level 2 or 3) at our Boise, Idaho facility.

This position is part of Micron's Technology Development organization, where advanced ideas become manufacturable technologies. Our team works at the leading edge of memory innovation, partnering across design, integration, manufacturing, and equipment suppliers to enable the next generation of semiconductor devices. This is where curiosity, experimentation, and impact come together.

As a Photolithography Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and integrating lithography processes that directly shape future memory technologies. You will work hands‑on with tools, materials, layouts, and data, while leveraging Artificial Intelligence and other software, collaborating with global partners to move innovations from R&D into high-volume manufacturing. This role offers broad technical exposure and the opportunity to influence device performance, yield, and cost at scale.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate photolithography unit processes for advanced memory technologies
• Perform material evaluations, reticle, and layout development, OPC, overlay optimization, and process window analysis
• Drive yield improvement, failure analysis, and device performance optimization
• Partner with equipment vendors to evaluate tools and improve process capability
• Document processes, communicate results, and support technology transfer to manufacturing
• Leverage Artificial Intelligence tools to advance process development

Minimum Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or other Engineering or Technical Degree relevant to Photolithography and Process Development or B.S. with 2+ years semiconductor processing experience with emphasis on Lithography will also be considered.
• Experience in photolithography or semiconductor process development
• Working knowledge of process characterization, data analysis, and statistical methods
• Ability to collaborate across cross-functional technical teams

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years semiconductor processing experience with emphasis on Lithography
• Experience with advanced lithography techniques, OPC, or overlay optimization
• Familiarity with process integration and high-volume manufacturing support
• Experience working with semiconductor equipment vendors or R&D environments
• Experience working with Artificial Intelligence tools and related software

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.