Senior Member of Technical Staff (SMTS) –… at Micron · Singapore

Senior Member of Technical Staff (SMTS) – Process Development, CMP, NAND Location: Fab 10N/X, Singapore Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Join an inclusive team passionate about one thing: using their expertise in the relentless pursuit of innovation for customers and partners. The solutions we build help make everything from virtual reality experiences to breakthroughs in neural networks possible. We do it all while committing to integrity, sustainability, and giving back to our communities. Because doing so can fuel the very innovation we are pursuing. Role Summary As a Senior Member of Technical Staff (SMTS), you are a module‑level CMP technical authority, responsible for defining CMP technical direction, leading FOAK developments, and driving cross‑functional execution across NAND nodes. As a SMTS (Senior Member of Technical Staff), you will be a part of revolutionary Next Generation NAND research & development CMP team driving Advanced NAND and CMP technology forward. The position promises ample opportunities for innovation, collaboration and testing a new dimension and scaling with Next Generation NAND. A SMTS CMP Engineer is a senior individual contributor responsible for defining, developing, and transferring advanced CMP processes for Micron NAND technologies. You will work directly with process integration and other process areas such as Wet Etch, CVD, Diffusion, Metals, Lithography & Dry Etch. You will work on state of the art and best in class CMP chambers & own the process roadmap to meet program and yield goals. Main Responsibilities Own and lead key NAND CMP process modules, translating technology challenges into executable roadmaps across current and future nodes Drive cross‑functional execution across Technology Development, Process Integration, Manufacturing, and Equipment teams Lead FOAK CMP process development, including recipe architecture, control strategies, and integration alignment Ensure process robustness and manufacturability through run‑to‑run controls, SPC, qualification execution, and risk mitigation Resolve complex yield, defectivity, and integration issues using model‑based and data‑driven problem solving Define and execute process‑level hardware strategies in collaboration with equipment suppliers Act as a CMP technical leader, mentoring engineers, influencing adjacent process roadmaps, and communicating technology status and plans to senior stakeholders <>· Other Responsibilities Mentor engineers through structured development; build SME pipelines; publish internal papers/BKMs and present to senior leadership; uphold Micron’s technical leadership expectations 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 ≥12 yrs, or Master’s ≥15 yrs, of relevant experience in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field, Experience in CMP Process Development Deep expertise in CMP chemistry, physics, and integration Publications/patents and strong record of technical contributions. Must-Have Technical Skills In‑depth expertise in CMP fundamentals, including pad–slurry–wafer interactions, slurry chemistry at a mechanistic level, and pattern density/layout effects Strong understanding of multiple CMP process types (e.g., metal, dielectric, barrier/hardmask, poly‑Si/Si CMP) Extensive hands‑on experience with advanced 300 mm CMP OEM platforms, including driving hardware capability, throughput, and cost improvements Proven expertise in statistical process control (SPC), data analysis, and qualification methodologies Ability to independently drive complex technical execution, resolve yield and defectivity issues, and influence cross‑functional teams Must-Have Soft Skills Demonstrated technical leadership in problem solving, with experience leading complex or multi‑disciplinary technical projects Strong ability to influence without authority across process integration, equipment, and manufacturing teams Clear and structured technical communication skills, including written documentation and stakeholder updates Strong analytical mindset with disciplined, data‑driven decision making 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 About Micron Technology, Inc. We are an industry leader in innovative memory and storage solutions transforming how the world uses information to enrich lifefor all. With a relentless focus on our customers, technology leadership, and manufacturing and operational excellence, Micron delivers a rich portfolio of high-performance DRAM, NAND, and NOR memory and storage products through our Micron® and Crucial® brands. Every day, the innovations that our people create fuel the data economy, enabling advances in artificial intelligence and 5G applications that unleash opportunities — from the data center to the intelligent edge and across the client and mobile user experience. To learn more, please visit micron.com/careers All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. 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