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In this role, you will drive reliability assessment, silicon characterization, technology qualification, and certification activities for advanced embedded memory technologies. You will work across process development, device engineering, product engineering, design technology co-optimization (DTCO), and foundry customer teams to ensure memory technologies meet quality, reliability, and technology readiness objectives.\nThis position offers a unique opportunity to influence next-generation semiconductor technologies from development through production readiness. Successful candidates will combine strong technical expertise with a data-driven approach to problem-solving and the ability to effectively collaborate across highly cross-functional engineering organizations.\nWhat You’ll Do\nKey responsibilities will include but not limited to:\nDevelop and execute reliability qualification and certification methodologies for advanced embedded memory technologies.\nDefine, analyze, and interpret reliability stress tests, characterization data, and qualification results to assess technology readiness.\nInvestigate reliability risks, performance degradations, and failure mechanisms using statistical analysis and engineering fundamentals.\nLead cross-functional root cause investigations involving process integration, device engineering, product engineering, and design teams.\nPartner with technology development organizations to identify, prioritize, and implement reliability and quality improvements.\nEstablish reliability metrics, qualification criteria, and certification requirements supporting technology development milestones.\nGenerate data-driven recommendations used for technology certification and product readiness decisions.\nDrive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance memory reliability, quality, yield, and manufacturability.\nCommunicate technical findings, reliability assessments, and recommendations to engineering leadership and key stakeholders.\nSupport foundry customer engagement activities related to memory qualification, reliability requirements, and technology readiness.\nBehavioral traits that we are looking for:\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with a disciplined, data-driven approach.\nCuriosity and a passion for understanding complex technical challenges and failure mechanisms.\nAbility to independently drive ambiguity toward clear conclusions and actionable recommendations.\nStrong collaboration and relationship-building skills across diverse technical organizations.\nEffective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex technical concepts clearly.\nSound engineering judgment and attention to detail.\nOwnership mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.\nAdaptability and resilience in a fast-paced technology development environment.\nContinuous learning mindset and enthusiasm for advancing semiconductor technology.\nIntel invests in our people and offers a complete and competitive package of benefits employees and their families through every stage of life.\nSee Intel Benefits for more details.\nQualifications:\nYou must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.\nNote:\nFor information on Intel’s immigration sponsorship guidelines, please see\nIntel U.S. Immigration Sponsorship Information\nMinimum Qualifications and Experience:\nMasters in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related discipline with 8+ years of semiconductor industry experience. OR Ph.D. in the same disciplines with 4+ years of semiconductor industry experience.\nYour experience listed above will be in the following:\nExperience in memory technology development.\nProficiency with JMP and Python or AI-assisted data analysis.\nPreferred Qualifications and Experience:\nExperience in memory design, characterization, validation, modeling, product development, quality, reliability, or technology development.\nStrong understanding of SRAM and/or Fuse/Antifuse design fundamentals, silicon characterization techniques, and variability analysis.\nExperience with Si technology development.\nKnowledge in silicon transistor device physics.\nFamiliarity with technology certification, PDK development, or product deployment processes.\nProgramming experience in Python, JSL, SQL, or data analytics frameworks.\nExperience with semiconductor transistor or interconnect reliability mechanisms, statistics and modeling.\nPrevious related work experience in a semiconductor foundry preferred.\n Why Join Intel Foundry?\nAt Intel Foundry, you'll work at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, supporting technologies that power the world's most advanced computing solutions. You'll collaborate with experienced engineers and manufacturing leaders while gaining hands-on exposure to cutting-edge processes, industry-leading quality systems, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a team committed to solving complex technical challenges and delivering excellence at scale.\nJob Type:\nExperienced HireShift:\nShift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location:\nUS, California, FolsomAdditional Locations:\nUS, California, Santa Clara, US, Oregon, HillsboroPosting Statement:\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of Trust\nN/ABenefits\nWe offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.\nAnnual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $164,100.00-219,550.00 USDThe range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Work Model for this Role\nThis role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.*\nADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. 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