PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - HIG HBM PSE

Micron Technology, Inc.; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 247,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Principal Engineer in California (Folsom) to lead validation for High Bandwidth Memory products. You will craft verification coverage, drive test cases, and guide root-cause analysis across test modes and product milestones.

The role emphasizes AI-assisted workflows, Python/C/C++, Verilog/UVM, and collaboration with multiple sites in a global validation organization. On-site in the US with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field with at least 6 years of experience in memory semiconductors.
• Strong understanding of DRAM and HBM memory tech and architectures.
• Proven ability to read and debug schematics to identify failure causes.
• Extensive post-silicon validation and debug experience incl. root-cause analysis.
• Proficient in Linux, Python/C/C++, Verilog, UVM and version control (git, svn, Perforce).

Responsibilities

• Translate DRAM/HBM develop intent and architecture into verification scope and test cases.
• Contribute to validation of new/high-risk features with Design Validation and Systems Engineering.
• Review design specifications, schematics and datasheets; provide feedback in reviews.
• Read, analyze and debug circuit blueprints to detect failure mechanisms and suggest verification approaches.
• Perform root-cause and electrical failure analysis on validation findings.
• Apply automation and modern tooling (Python, C, C++, Verilog, UVM) to improve detection and cycle time.
• Adopt AI-enabled workflows such as automated code generation and failure-analysis acceleration.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Verilog

UVM

Linux

Git/SVN/Perforce

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic Analyzers

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.

As a Principal Engineer in Micron’s HBM Product Engineering Component Validation team, you will be a senior individual contributor responsible for the validation of advanced High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) products. You will use proven knowledge in dynamic random-access memory and high-bandwidth memory architecture to compose validation coverage, implement and analyze validation runs, lead product debug and failure analysis toward a zero-escape validation goal across test modes and product achievements. You will also adopt AI-enabled ways of working, using enterprise AI tools to accelerate your engineering tasks and improve efficiency, work within Micron’s global validation organization and collaborate with groups at different locations.

Responsibilities:

• Translate DRAM/HBM develop intent and architecture into effective verification scope and test cases.

• Contribute to validation of new and high-risk product features, working with Design Validation, and Systems Engineering.

• Review design specifications, schematics, and datasheets, provide design feedback and represent the Product Engineering perspective in Design and Verification reviews.

• Read, analyze, and debug circuit blueprints to detect design-related failure mechanisms, and recommend approaches for verification and fault diagnosis.

• Perform root-cause analysis and examination of electrical failures (debug) of validation findings, distinguishing developed marginality from process and test-related issues.

• Apply automation and modern tooling (including Python, C, and C++ coding, Verilog and UVM for simulation) to improve detection efficiency and cycle time.

• Adopt agentic and LLM-based workflows — such as automated code generation and review, and failure-analysis / root-cause acceleration, to improve efficiency, quality, and turnaround duration.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or a related field, with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience preferably in the memory semiconductor industry.

• Strong understanding of the structure, operation, and build concepts of DRAM and HBM memory technologies.

• Proven experience reading and debugging circuit schematics to isolate failure causes linked to develop aspects.

• Extensive experience in post-silicon product validation and debug, including root-cause and electrical failure analysis.

• Solid experience programming with Linux, Python/C/C++, Verilog, UVM, and version control systems (git, svn, Perforce).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing validation coverage and supporting feature or design-issue validation for HBM or advanced DRAM products.

• Hands-on experience with lab equipment including oscilloscopes and logic analyzers, and with high-speed I/O and signal-integrity validation.

• Experience validating products spanning hardware, firmware, and software components.

• Experience applying generative-AI or agentic tooling to semiconductor design, test, or validation workflows.

• Experience mentoring engineers and collaborating with multi-functional teams across multiple sites and time zones.

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

$145,000.00 - $247,000.00 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. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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 .

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