Staff Engineer/ Principal Engineer – Process Development, Cell Film, NAND

Role Summary 

The Staff Engineer develops, optimizes, and characterizes cell film thin film processes (ALD/CVD) to meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability targets, and supports scaling of cell film processes across nodes and platforms. Owns defined portions of a module/sub-module under guidance; tracks margins, sensitivities, and integration risks; drives issue resolution within assigned scope.  Operates as a cross-functional contributor who translates experiment outcomes into actionable process improvements.  

Main Responsibilities 

Process Development & Optimization 

• Develop, optimize, and characterize thin film processes (ALD/CVD); design and execute well-planned experiments; analyze data and translate results into process improvements.  

• Support scaling of cell film processes across nodes and platforms.  

Module Ownership & Issue Resolution 

• Own defined portions of a process module/sub-module; track process margins, key sensitivities, and integration risks.   

• Drive resolution of process/tool-related issues within assigned scope.  

Process Integration & Correlation 

• Work closely with integration and device teams to ensure compatibility and electrical performance; correlate material/structural/electrical data to guide optimization.  

• Support failure analysis and root-cause investigations for yield and reliability issues.  

Tool/Hardware Engagement 

• Build strong hands-on knowledge of cell film equipment/hardware behavior; support tool qualifications, upgrades, and platform transfers; partner with suppliers to improve stability and capability.   

Communication & Technical Growth 

• Communicate results via technical reports/reviews/data summaries; escalate risks with data-driven recommendations; mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.  

Other Responsibilities  

• Communicate results clearly through reports, reviews, and data summaries; escalate risks with data-driven recommendations.  

• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.  

• Integrates AI‑assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness, exercising sound judgment and complying with organizational standards and legal requirements. 

• Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI‑enabled enhancements within one’s scope of work 

Candidate Profile 

Minimum Qualifications / Experience 

• PhD ≥3 yrs, or Master’s ≥5 yrs, or Bachelor’s ≥7 yrs of relevant experience in 
  Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field,  

• With experience in thin film R&D for microelectronic devise, with a proven track record of leading complex technology development  

Must-Have Technical Skills 

• Strong fundamentals in ALD/CVD and materials characterization;  

• Working knowledge of plasma processes, vacuum systems, and chemical reactions;  

• Ability to link process conditions to material properties and device behavior. 

• Familiarity with electrical test methods and fab metrology tools  

• Understanding of NAND cell structures and basic device physics   

Must-Have Soft Skills 

• Structured problem-solving and learning agility in an R&D environment.  

• Clear communication and cross-functional collaboration.  

Embody Micron’s core values: 

• People – Respect, develop and empower others  

• Innovation – Drive continuous improvement and breakthrough thinking  

• Tenacity – Show grit and determination  

• Collaboration – Build trust and foster teamwork  

• Customer Focus – Deliver excellence and value