Senior Photolithography Engineer for Next-Gen DRAM

Micron Technology; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Benefits guide

Job summary

Micron Technology in Boise, Idaho seeks a Senior Engineer in Photolithography Process Development to lead advanced lithography programs for next-gen DRAM. You will own process development, collaborate with equipment and materials suppliers, and apply data-driven methods to optimize performance and yield.

This role requires deep knowledge of 365/248/193 nm lithography, immersion optics, and ML-enabled analytics, with opportunities to influence design, process integration, and IP strategy across

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or related field.
• Or a Bachelor’s with 5+ years photolithography industry experience.
• Understanding of optics, immersion lithography, polarized illumination, and low-k1 imaging.
• Knowledge of lithography materials, chemistry, and processes for 365nm, 248nm, and 193nm lithography technologies.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Experience using AI tools to automate workflows and improve productivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of manufacturing-friendly photolithography processes for next-generation memory technologies.
• Collaborate with equipment and material suppliers to solve process challenges.
• Develop new design, layout, and lithography methodologies for future memory device architectures.
• Apply data analytics and ML techniques to identify root causes, optimize process performance, and improve yield.
• Document and communicate project plans, technical results, and innovation opportunities, including IP disclosures.

Skills

Data analytics

Machine learning

AI tools

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Master’s or PhD in Engineering/Materials/Physics/Chemistry

Bachelor’s with 5+ years Photolithography experience

Tools

Photolithography equipment

Lithography simulation software

AI tooling in manufacturing

Job description

Micron Technology in Boise, Idaho seeks a Senior Engineer in Photolithography Process Development to lead advanced lithography programs for next-gen DRAM. You will own process development, collaborate with equipment and materials suppliers, and apply data-driven methods to optimize performance and yield.

This role requires deep knowledge of 365/248/193 nm lithography, immersion optics, and ML-enabled analytics, with opportunities to influence design, process integration, and IP strategy across