Principal Foundry Interface Design Engineer, HBM

Micron Technology; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 308,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology is seeking a senior engineer for the HBM Design Architecture team within the HBM DRAM Engineering Group. You will bridge internal design teams, foundries, and technology development to deliver high‑performance HBM products powering AI workloads.

The role is full‑time onsite in California, focusing on technology development, circuit simulation, test‑chips, and design enablement to advance memory solutions and reliability across DTCO and BEOL domains.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of semiconductor industry experience and solid understanding of advanced semiconductor technology development.
• Strong grasp of advanced CMOS technology nodes, FinFET devices, and process integration.
• Hands-on experience with: HSPICE simulations, Device characterization, Standard cell benchmarking, PPA analysis, Parasitic extraction and physical verification
• Experience in driving AI-enabled engineering practices and automation to improve the efficiency of DTCO analysis, foundry collateral evaluation, PDK enablement, benchmarking, and collaboration across build teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary technical interface between foundry partners and Micron design organizations.
• Drive closure of design-process gaps through collaborative engagement with foundry process teams.
• Influence foundry roadmaps related to TSV, BEOL, reliability, and design enablement.
• Define technology requirements for future HBM and custom memory products.
• Perform HSPICE simulations and circuit analysis to support technology evaluation.

Skills

AI-enabled engineering

DTCO analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Circuit simulation & analysis

Technology qualification & validation

Education

BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

HSPICE

Parasitic extraction

PDK evaluation

Layout verification

Device characterization

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.

Job Description

We are the HBM Design Architecture team within Micron's HBM DRAM Engineering Group. We work at the intersection of design, technology, and manufacturing to deliver next‑generation HBM solutions that power AI and ML workloads worldwide. Our team thrives on deep technical collaboration, global partnerships, and solving problems that truly push memory technology forward!

In this full‑time onsite role, you will provide critical technology support for the design and development of advanced HBM DRAM products. You will serve as a bridge between internal design teams, foundries, and technology development groups, helping translate advanced process capabilities into scalable, high‑performance architectures. Your work will directly impact performance, power efficiency, reliability, and long‑term HBM roadmap success. This role supports the design and deployment of AI‑enabled solutions that improve efficiency and decision‑making.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities outlined below represent key areas of focus for this role and are intended to be illustrative rather than exhaustive.

Candidates are expected to demonstrate proven experience in at least three of the five focus areas outlined below.

Foundry Interface and Technology Alignment

• Act as the primary technical interface between foundry partners and Micron design organizations.
• Drive closure of design‑process gaps through collaborative engagement with foundry process teams.
• Influence foundry roadmaps related to TSV, BEOL, reliability, and design enablement.
• Define technology requirements for future HBM and custom memory products.

Circuit Simulation and Analysis

• Perform HSPICE simulations for technology evaluation and design optimization.
• Evaluate compact models, PDK SPICE models, and process corners.
• Conduct pre‑layout and post‑layout circuit analysis.
• Support BEOL optimization and routing studies through simulation.
• Develop methodologies for evaluating design sensitivity to process variations.

Test‑Chip and Silicon Validation

• Plan and implement technology evaluation test chips.
• Define process monitor structures and benchmark vehicles.
• Analyze post‑silicon data and correlate results with simulations.
• Collaborate with product engineering and foundry/Fab teams on silicon learning and technology qualification.

PDK and Design Enablement

• Evaluate foundry PDKs and IP collateral.
• Support design teams by providing technology guidelines and best‑known methods.
• Drive creation of design recommendations, analog guidelines, and digital PPA evaluation methodologies.
• Collaborate with CAD teams on flow enablement and validation.

AI‑Enabled Productivity and Efficiency Improvement

• Identify and implement AI‑enabled workflows, automation opportunities, and knowledge‑management practices to improve engineering productivity, decision quality, and execution efficiency across DTCO, foundry interface, PDK evaluation, and design enablement activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 6+ years of semiconductor industry experience and Solid understanding of advanced semiconductor technology development
• Strong grasp of advanced CMOS technology nodes, FinFET devices, and process integration.
• Hands‑on experience with: HSPICE simulations, Device characterization, Standard cell benchmarking, PPA analysis, Parasitic extraction and physical verification
• Experience in driving AI‑enabled engineering practices and automation to improve the efficiency of DTCO analysis, foundry collateral evaluation, PDK enablement, benchmarking, and collaboration across build teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly with leading foundries such as TSMC, Samsung, Intel Foundry Services, or GlobalFoundries.
• Experience with memory products including DRAM, HBM, or SRAM.
• Knowledge of: TSV technologies, Advanced packaging, Reliability modeling and aging simulations, Advanced BEOL technologies, PDK development and validation
• Ability to apply AI tools to summarize, analyze, and extract insights from: PDK documentation, Design Rule Manuals (DRMs), Reliability reports, Foundry collateral, Silicon characterization data,
• Experience leading technology pathfinding and node selection activities.

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.

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

$150,000.00 - $308,000.00 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.

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.

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