Photolithography Advanced DRAM Process Development

1000 Micron Technology, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health plans

Paid family leave

Paid time-off program

Paid holidays

Job summary

1000 Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Engineer to join their photolithography team in Boise, Idaho. You will lead innovation in developing advanced storage technology and engage in significant research to improve manufacturing processes.

The candidate must have a PhD or MS in a relevant field and demonstrate strong problem-solving and communication skills. The role includes collaboration with vendors and integration across various process areas.

Micron offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and robust paid time-off programs.

Qualifications

• Experience in research related to optics and photonics.
• Ability to resolve complex issues through modeling.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead modules for next-generation storage devices.
• Develop manufacturing-friendly photolithography processes.
• Engage with vendors for overcoming process challenges.
• Document and communicate project status and results.

Skills

Research related to photolithography

Problem solving through root-cause analysis

Strong communication skills

Data analysis and machine learning

Education

PhD or MS in Physics, Optics, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Materials Science, Photonics, or Chemistry

Tools

Photolithography simulation software

Job description

Position Overview

As a Sr. Engineer in photo process development, you will be a part of ground‑breaking sophisticated DRAM research & development photolithography team. The position promises ample opportunities for innovation, collaboration and testing a new dimension with next‑generation DRAM. You will work directly with process integration and other process areas such as wet etch, CVD, diffusion, metals, dry etch & CMP.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead a particular module within next‑generation storage device.
• Develop new, manufacturing‑friendly photolithography processes that enable the physical and electrical architecture with lithography technology, including 365, 248, and 193 immersion lithography.
• Engage with equipment/material vendors on new solutions to overcome process challenges.
• Innovate new design, layout, and photolithography techniques to open a solution space for building future generations of memory devices.
• Review all types of literature to identify potential intellectual properties (IP) opportunities and file disclosures.
• Use data analysis, and/or machine learning to identify root causes by correlating device failure with process conditions such as critical dimension, registration, cross‑section, etc.
• Document and communicate plans, status, and results of projects in written reports and presentations.
• Work well with others in a highly collaborative environment, as well as independently with a strong sense of ownership.

Minimum Qualifications

• Research related to photolithography, EBL, nanoimprint lithography, photonics, or optics.
• Ability to resolve complex issues through root‑cause or model‑based problem solving.
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal and presentation).
• PhD or MS in Physics, Optics, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Materials Science, Photonics, Chemistry, or other related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong R&D skills and ability to build manufacturing‑friendly technologies.
• Data science and programming experience or coursework is strongly preferred.
• Coursework or experience in photolithography and semiconductor manufacturing preferred.
• Experience with photolithography simulation software is a plus.
• Understanding of material properties and characterization techniques of lithography.

Benefits

Micron offers 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.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Micron is a proud equal‑opportunity employer and 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.

Work Authorization & Accommodations

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