Sr. Principal Data Center Solutions Architect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid family leave

Paid time-off and holidays

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc in San Jose is looking for a Sr. Principal Data Center Solutions Architect to influence the future of AI and datacenter platforms. The role involves defining interconnect strategies and leading technical engagements with customers in the industry.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree and over 12 years of relevant experience in optical interconnect and high-speed networking. This position offers a competitive salary range and a robust benefits program.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in optical interconnect, high-speed networking, or datacenter architecture.
• Demonstrated expertise in system-level interconnect architecture and high-speed I/O.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical initiatives with measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Own long-term network and optical interconnect strategy aligned to AI-scale.
• Define system and interconnect architectures across electrical and optical fabrics.
• Lead technical engagements with hyperscale customers and ecosystem partners.

Skills

optical interconnect

high-speed networking

silicon photonics

system-level architecture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Sr. Principal Data Center Solutions Architect

Req ID: JR95848

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

Benefits

Salary Range: $148,000.00 – $308,000.00 per year. Additional compensation may include bonuses and equity.

• Medical, dental and vision plans in all locations, enabling teams to select plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget
• Benefit programs that help protect income if unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave
• Robust paid time‑off program and paid holidays

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.