Sr. Principal Data Center Solutions Architect

Micron; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Bonus opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

Micron Technology is seeking a Sr. Principal Solutions Architect for Network Interconnect Technology to define and lead the interconnect strategy for AI-scale datacenters.

You will guide architectures across electrical and optical fabrics and drive adoption through senior-level customer and partner engagements. You will translate architecture decisions into concrete product requirements, work with cross-functional teams, and communicate tradeoffs to executives while shaping Micron's future in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Physics, CS, or related field.
• 12+ years in optical interconnect, high-speed networking, silicon photonics, or datacenter system architecture.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical initiatives with measurable outcomes.
• Proven ability to engage strategically with customers and industry partners.

Responsibilities

• Own Micron's long-term network and optical interconnect strategy aligned to AI-scale and hyperscale datacenter needs.
• Define system and interconnect architectures across electrical and optical fabrics and scale-topologies.
• Lead deep technical engagements with hyperscale customers and ecosystem partners.
• Translate architectural direction into product requirements and roadmaps with R&D and engineering teams.
• Communicate system-level tradeoffs and recommendations to senior audiences.

Skills

Optical interconnect

High-speed networking

System architecture

Customer engagement

Ecosystem influence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

System modeling

Simulation

Prototype evaluation

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.

We are the Core Data Business Unit (CDBU), where memory, storage, and system architecture come together to shape the future of AI and datacenter platforms. We work at the intersection of silicon, systems, and ecosystems to solve problems at hyperscale-and we do it by partnering deeply across Micron and with the industry. If you enjoy influencing what comes next in computing infrastructure, you'll find that work here matters!

As a Sr. Principal Solutions Architect for Network Interconnect Technology, you will play a critical role in defining how Micron's memory and storage technologies connect, scale, and deliver value in next-generation AI and datacenter systems. This role blends long-term vision with hands-on technical leadership, customer engagement, and ecosystem influence. You will help set strategy, guide architecture decisions, and translate emerging interconnect technologies into real system and business impact.

Responsibilities

• Own Micron's long-term network and optical interconnect strategy aligned to AI-scale and hyperscale datacenter needs
• Define system and interconnect architectures across electrical and optical fabrics, endpoints, and scale-up/scale-out topologies
• Lead deep technical engagements with hyperscale customers and ecosystem partners to evaluate trends and drive adoption
• Translate architectural direction into product requirements and roadmaps with business, R&D, and engineering teams
• Communicate system-level tradeoffs and recommendations clearly to senior technical and executive audiences

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
• 12+ years of experience in optical interconnect, high-speed networking, silicon photonics, or datacenter system architecture
• Demonstrated expertise in system-level interconnect architecture, high-speed I/O, or AI/datacenter fabrics
• Experience leading cross-functional technical initiatives with measurable outcomes
• Proven ability to engage strategically with customers and industry partners

Preferred Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in hyperscale, AI infrastructure, or network interconnect domains
• Hands-on experience with system modeling, simulation, or prototype evaluation
• Experience influencing or participating in industry standards and ecosystems
• Background supporting business cases, partnerships, or M&A and investment evaluations
• MBA or equivalent experience in business or investment strategy

Salary

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

$148,000.00 - $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.

Benefits

• 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 .

Equal Opportunity

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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