System Architect

Micron Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 146,000 - 286,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology is seeking a System Architect to lead performance modeling and analysis of next‑generation memory architectures for AI, server, data center, and mobile platforms. You will build timing‑approximate and cycle‑accurate models and translate results into architecture guidance that informs product direction.

You'll collaborate with internal teams and external customers across the full modeling lifecycle, from component to system‑level benchmarking, to optimize microarchitecture

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in system architecture, performance modeling, computer architecture, SoC design, or memory systems.
• Demonstrated experience developing cycle‑accurate models for interconnects and memory controllers in large SoC projects.
• Strong knowledge of hardware systems modeling, including modeling languages and simulation environments.
• Proficiency with programming and scripting languages such as C++ or Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop, calibrate, and maintain timing‑approximate and cycle‑accurate models of memory devices, controllers, interconnects, processors, and SoC subsystems.
• Perform component‑ and system‑level performance analysis, benchmarking, and characterization across AI, server, and mobile workloads.
• Select simulation tools and environments, generate or acquire representative workloads, and build performance monitoring for metrics such as latency, bandwidth, energy, and cycle‑level statistics.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and external customers to optimize architectures and provide data‑driven guidance on microarchitecture tradeoffs.
• Integrate and document models into larger SoC‑ and platform‑level performance frameworks, identifying bottlenecks and recommending corrective actions.

Skills

C++

Python

Performance modeling

System architecture

SoC design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

MS/PhD preferred

Tools

gem5

SystemC

SST

Sniper

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 System Architect to lead performance modeling and analysis of next‑generation memory architectures for AI, server, data center, and mobile platforms. In this role, you'll conduct open‑ and closed‑loop performance analysis to evaluate advanced memory solutions against existing paradigms, partnering with internal engineering teams and external customers to shape future product and technology decisions.

You'll build, calibrate, and validate timing‑approximate and cycle‑accurate models across memory devices, controllers, interconnects, processors, and full SoC subsystems—then translate results into architecture guidance that influences real product direction. This role spans the full modeling lifecycle, from component‑level analysis to full system‑level benchmarking.

Responsibilities

• Develop, calibrate, and maintain timing‑approximate and cycle‑accurate models of memory devices, controllers, interconnects, processors, and SoC subsystems.
• Perform component‑ and system‑level performance analysis, benchmarking, and characterization across AI, server, and mobile workloads.
• Select simulation tools and environments, generate or acquire representative workloads, and build performance monitoring for metrics such as latency, bandwidth, energy, and cycle‑level statistics.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and external customers to optimize architectures and provide data‑driven guidance on microarchitecture tradeoffs.
• Integrate and document models into larger SoC‑ and platform‑level performance frameworks, identifying bottlenecks and recommending corrective actions.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in system architecture, performance modeling, computer architecture, SoC design, or memory systems.
• Demonstrated experience developing cycle‑accurate models for interconnects and memory controllers in large SoC projects.
• Strong knowledge of hardware systems modeling, including modeling languages and simulation environments.
• Proficiency with programming and scripting languages such as C++ or Python.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) focused on computer architecture, memory systems, or high‑performance computing.
• Experience with architectural simulation tools such as gem5, SystemC, SST, or Sniper.
• Deep understanding of DRAM architecture, memory hierarchy design, and cache‑coherent systems.
• Familiarity with AI/ML, data center, HPC, or mobile system workloads and modeling performance, power, and QoS characteristics.
• Proven success influencing product architecture decisions through quantitative analysis and collaborating with external partners.

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

$146,000.00 – $286,000.00 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.

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. Micron offers 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.

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.