Managing Director, MU Ventures

1000 Micron Technology, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 236,000 - 412,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid family leave

Paid time-off program

Job summary

1000 Micron Technology, Inc. is looking for a visionary leader to head Micron Ventures, their corporate venture capital arm. This role involves defining investment strategies, overseeing the venture lifecycle, and acting as the primary ambassador to build valuable collaborations across AI, semiconductors, and compute infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree, 15+ years in venture capital, a proven investment track record, and exceptional communication skills. This is a unique opportunity to influence Micron's innovation landscape.

Benefits include various healthcare plans, paid family leave, and a robust paid time-off program.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in venture capital or corporate development, including 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Proven track record of successful investments and exits.
• Extensive network across venture firms and AI communities.

Responsibilities

• Define investment strategy and sector priorities for Micron Ventures.
• Own the full venture lifecycle including sourcing and diligence.
• Serve as the primary external ambassador for Micron Ventures.

Skills

Venture capital experience

Investment strategy development

Executive communication

AI/ML expertise

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant field

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.

Micron is seeking a visionary, well‑connected investor to lead Micron Ventures, the company’s corporate venture capital arm. This is a unique opportunity to shape how Micron engages with the next wave of innovation across AI, semiconductors, compute infrastructure, and adjacent technologies.

Responsibilities

The role will define Micron Ventures’ investment strategy, sector priorities, and portfolio construction in alignment with Micron’s corporate strategy and technology roadmap. The leader will own the full venture lifecycle, including thesis development, sourcing, diligence, valuation, structuring, negotiation, and executive‑level investment recommendations.

The role will also partner closely with Micron business units and technical leaders to turn investments into strategic value through pilots, commercial engagement, product collaboration, and market insight. Serve as the venture arm’s primary external ambassador across the founder, VC, and research communities, while acting as a trusted advisor to Micron’s executive leadership on technology shifts, competitive dynamics, partnership opportunities, and adjacent M&A themes.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Statistics, Physics, Mathematics, Business administration, or related field along with 15+ years of experience in venture capital, corporate venture capital, growth investing, or corporate development, including at least 5 years in senior fund leadership roles.
• Consistent track record of successful investments and exits with financial and measurable strategic outcomes.
• Experience leading or shaping the strategy of a $100M+ venture fund, including portfolio construction, deployment pacing, reserve strategy, and exit planning.
• Extensive network across premier venture firms, founders, universities, accelerators, and frontier AI and semiconductor communities.
• Proven ability to build and lead high‑performing investment teams and focused investment processes.
• Deep expertise in AI/ML, semiconductor ecosystems, advanced compute infrastructure, and the evolving hardware‑software stack.
• Exceptional executive presence, communication skills, and judgment in high‑stakes internal and external settings.

Compensation

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full‑time position is: $236,000.00 - $412,000.00 a year. Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs.

Benefits

Micron provides a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations, helping team members select plans that best meet their healthcare needs and budget. Benefit programs also include income protection if unable to work due to illness or injury, paid family leave, and a robust paid time‑off program with paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards. Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.

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