Principal DRAM Product Applications Engineer

Micron Technology, Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 302,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid family leave

Robust paid time-off program

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Principal DRAM Product Applications Engineer to validate and characterize DRAM products on system platforms and next-generation processors. This role involves analyzing performance data and supporting failure analysis while collaborating on customer integration efforts.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with experience in applications engineering or hardware validation. Micron offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in product engineering, applications engineering, hardware validation, or system integration.
• Understanding of memory technologies, system architecture, or platform validation.

Responsibilities

• Validate and characterize DRAM products on system platforms and next-generation processors.
• Analyze product, yield, and performance data to improve quality and reliability.
• Support failure analysis and document corrective actions.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Understanding of memory technologies

Exposure to Python

Exposure to Linux

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

JMP

Job description

Principal DRAM Product Applications Engineer (Req ID: JR86837)

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. We build and support advanced memory products that power next‑generation systems across the industry.

Responsibilities

• Validate and characterize DRAM products on system platforms and next‑generation processors
• Analyze product, yield, and performance data to improve quality and reliability
• Support failure analysis and document corrective actions
• Develop application notes, design guidance, and technical training
• Assist customer integration efforts, including SI/PI, timing, and system bring‑up

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Experience in product engineering, applications engineering, hardware validation, or system integration
• Understanding of memory technologies, system architecture, or platform validation
• Exposure to tools such as Python, Linux, or JMP
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with DDR4, DDR5, HBM, GDDR, or similar memory technologies
• Familiarity with lab equipment, electrical validation, or SI/PI fundamentals
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Experience supporting customer bring‑up or system‑level debug

Job Profile(s): Applications Engineer 5

Relocation Level: TBD

Compensation

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full‑time position is: $177,000.00 - $302,000.00 a year. Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses, and equity.

Benefits

Micron offers a choice of medical, dental, and vision plans in all locations, benefit programs that protect income when illness or injury occurs, paid family leave, a robust paid time‑off program, and paid holidays. Detailed information can be found in the Benefits Guide posted on Micron’s site.

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.