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≈ $148k – $275k per year (Estimated)
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In office (Richardson)
Seniority
Staff · 6+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 25, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 23, 2026. Micron Technology scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Micron Technology is an American semiconductor company founded in Boise, Idaho in 1978 and one of only a handful of manufacturers of both DRAM and NAND flash memory. It designs and fabricates memory and storage products used in data centres, personal computers, smartphones, cars and industrial equipment, and sells them under the Micron and consumer-facing Crucial brands. High-bandwidth memory for AI accelerators has become the fastest-growing part of the business, and the company operates fabrication and assembly sites across the United States and Asia.

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.

The Staff Design Engineer is responsible for designing, simulating, and optimizing DRAM circuits while supporting the development of digital and analog circuitry used in advanced memory products. This role collaborates globally across design, verification, product engineering, test, probe, process integration, assembly, and marketing to ensure manufacturable, high-quality, cost-optimized solutions. The position drives innovation in future memory generations and contributes to silicon-to-system development in a dynamic engineering environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design digital, analog, and memory core circuits using CMOS logic and transistors, implementing device specifications from concept to solution.
  • Utilize AI-Enabled tools to assist with schematic editing, data collection and layout floorplan.
  • Create optimized floorplans for circuit placement, routing, power delivery, sense margins, array timing, and die size, including layout leadership.
  • Conduct circuit simulations using FINESIM, HSPICE, and VERILOG; analyze power, performance, reliability, and parasitic impacts.
  • Validate builds through reticle experiments, tape-out revisions, and simulation-to-silicon correlation, identifying required schematic edits.
  • Prepare and maintain design documentation while contributing to best-known practices and departmental training.
  • Collaborate with global build, verification, product engineering, test, probe, process integration, assembly, and marketing teams to ensure manufacturability and quality.
  • Manage layout and develop resources, track project tasks, and serve as the point of contact for design, layout, verification, and test issues.
  • Prepare project status reports and lead design reviews to communicate progress and technical decisions.

Qualifications

  • Coursework in CMOS Circuit Design, VLSI, and Analog Circuit Design, with understanding of device reliability and circuit floor planning.
  • Proficiency with Cadence Virtuoso, and experience simulating with FINESIM, HSPICE, and VERILOG.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proven significant technical contributions and a record of innovation.
  • Expertise in DRAM subsystem architecture, specification, operation, or design, including cross-department technical leadership experience.
  • Ability to proactively collaborate across multiple engineering organizations to optimize manufacturing quality, cost, reliability, and time-to-market.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Self-motivated with strong problem-solving abilities and a drive to discover new solutions.
  • Deep knowledge of industry-specific technologies and competitive trends.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
  • BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or related field plus 6 years of experience in DRAM design, product, or system.

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. We offer 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.For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/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.

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To learn more about Micron, please visitmicron.com/careers

For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at [email protected] or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)

Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.

AI alert : Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.

Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.

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