Sr Engineer, TD Device Characterizations

Micron Technology; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid family leave

Robust paid time-off program

Job summary

Micron Technology in Boise, Idaho, seeks an Electrical Characterization Lead to drive innovations in DRAM and emerging memory devices. You will work on advanced characterization methods and play a key role in connecting device behaviors to product outcomes. This role provides mentorship opportunities and strong visibility in the organization.

The ideal candidate has an MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, proficiency in C/C++ and Python, and experience with reliability characterization. Micron offers comprehensive benefits, including medical and paid time off, emphasizing personal wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience with reliability characterization and time-zero baseline establishment.
• Hands-on use of parametric test equipment and wafer-level or ATE systems.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and AI or LLM-based tools for automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical characterization of advanced DRAM and emerging memory devices.
• Design and automate test flows, data pipelines, and analysis tools.
• Collaborate across functions and present technical findings with clarity.

Skills

Electrical characterization

Semiconductor device physics

C/C++

Python

Automation tools

Education

MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Parametric test equipment

Wafer-level systems

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.

The TD Electrical Device Characterization team at Micron is where deep device physics meets real product impact. We work at the groundbreaking edge of DRAM and emerging memory technologies, partnering closely across build, process, and systems teams to develop what ships next. If you enjoy turning complex measurements into insight and influence, this is a place to do your best work.

In this role, you will lead electrical characterization for advanced memory devices, driving new methods from early development through production. You will combine hands‑on experimentation, data-driven analysis, and technical leadership to connect device behavior to reliability, performance, and product outcomes. This position offers strong ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to mentor others while pushing technology forward.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical characterization of advanced DRAM and emerging memory devices
• Develop and scale characterization methodologies, models, and standards
• Design and automate test flows, data pipelines, and analysis tools
• Investigate device behavior, reliability mechanisms, and root causes
• Collaborate across functions and present technical findings with clarity

Minimum Qualifications

• MS or PhD or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Strong foundation in semiconductor device physics and electrical characterization especially for DRAM and emerging memory architecture
• Experience with reliability characterization and time‑zero baseline establishment
• Hands‑on use of parametric test equipment and wafer‑level or ATE systems
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and AI or LLM‑based tools for automation and data analysis

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience scaling characterization methods into manufacturing flows
• Demonstrated technical leadership, mentoring, or subject‑matter expertise
• Strong problem‑solving skills and cross‑functional collaboration experience

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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