Films Process Development Engineer Job New York City area,New York USA,Engineering

Thin Film Deposition Engineer

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 part of Micron's Technology Development Group, turning advanced materials into manufacturable memory technology. Our thin films team works on groundbreaking DRAM scaling, partnering across R&D, manufacturing, and suppliers to enable future nodes. We operate in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where fundamentals and execution get results! This role focuses on developing and integrating thin film deposition processes for next-generation DRAM.

You will take ownership from early concept through high-volume manufacturing, with emphasis on EUV patterning films. The position offers strong technical depth, multi-functional collaboration, and direct impact on future memory technology.

Responsibilities:

Develop and optimize thin film deposition processes for advanced DRAM
Perform process characterization, solving issues, and defect reduction
Drive thin film roadmap activities aligned to future technology nodes
Collaborate with teams and suppliers to mature tools and materials
Analyze physical and electrical data to guide process decisions

Minimum Qualifications:

PhD or MS or equivalent experience with 3+ years of semiconductor industry experience in a related field
Strong foundation in process science including thermodynamics or transport phenomena
Experience designing and analyzing experiments using DOE
Ability to work independently and across multi-functional teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience developing thin films for EUV patterning applications
Background with surface analysis techniques such as XPS, AFM, XRD, or SIMS
Experience with ALD, CVD, PECVD, or related deposition processes
Knowledge of SPC and process maturity for manufacturing
Experience bringing to bear Artificial Intelligence for data analysis or process development

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

$ - $ 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.

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.