Director of Photolithography DRAM

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Position Overview

The Director of Photolithography DRAM at Micron Technology based in Boise oversees the strategic direction innovation and execution within the DRAM photolithography function. This leader drives department vision program excellence and cross-functional collaboration ensuring Microns technology leadership and operational effectiveness on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

Department Vision & Program Leadership

Develop and implement a clear vision and executable strategies aligned with corporate objectives for the photolithography DRAM function.

Initiate and lead program-level improvements to optimize performance (P2P) and speed time to market.

Drive cross-functional teams to resolve complex high-impact program challenges and plan worldwide technology deployments.

Planning Budget & Financial Management

Establish and manage sub-function budgets ensuring responsible financial stewardship.

Contribute to setting departmental objectives technical solutions and evaluating long-term impacts of new corporate initiatives.

Technology Roadmap & Innovation

Foster an innovation-driven culture and align area and vendor roadmaps with Microns technology vision.

Drive area projects to meet Lithography Area technical requirements for each new DRAM technology node.

Deliver unique intellectual property integrating new technologies for competitive differentiation.

Supplier and Vendor Engagement

Lead ESLT strategy and discussions with vendors and suppliers for photolithography advancements.

Serve as principal contact and technical leader in vendor relationships identifying cross-area synergies for module-level solutions.

Drive vendor roadmap to meet Micron product requirements and Best-In-Class performance.

Cross-Functional Networking & Collaboration

Work closely with PD PI Operations Manufacturing Vendors and Engineering to optimize processes and resources.

Build relationships with site leadership across manufacturing and engineering networks to strengthen collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Impact & Scope

Make strategic and operational decisions with impact across multiple sites and geographies.

Balance immediate operational priorities with the long-term strategic direction of the company.

People Leadership & Organizational Development

Shape people programs and drive organizational change influencing within and beyond own team.

Mentor and develop technical and leadership talent; focus on team morale DEI succession planning and technical depth.

Attract and retain top global technology talent through performance management and leadership development initiatives.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors Masters or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering Material Science Physics Chemical Engineering or related discipline.

Greater than 10 years in semiconductor manufacturing with deep knowledge of photolithography and DRAM technology.

Proven ability to lead large technical teams manage budgets and deliver global-scale programs.

Expertise in vendor management technology roadmaps and cross-functional collaboration.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills .

Experience with talent management and People initiatives.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

Visionary leadership with foresight into future technology trends.

Advanced problem-solving and project management skills.

Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic evolving environment.

Global mindset and cultural awareness.

Why Join Micron Technology

Lead cutting-edge DRAM photolithography at a semiconductor industry leader.

Work in a collaborative innovative and inclusive culture.

Strong commitment to professional development and career growth.

Competitive compensation and benefits.

Micron Technology is committed to diversity and inclusion encouraging candidates of all backgrounds to apply. If you are a strategic forward-thinking leader passionate about advancing memory technology join us in Boise and help shape the future of photolithography at Micron.

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 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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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1