Foundry PDK / Collateral Integration Engineer...

Artificial intelligence is transforming the world, and High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) is at the center of that transformation. As a Senior or Staff Engineer on the Dry Etch R&D team, you will play a key role in developing and scaling plasma-based etch processes that enable next-generation packaging technologies. This role offers deep technical ownership, broad cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to influence long-term technology roadmaps from early research through high-volume manufacturing.

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.

Are you eager to be a pioneer in AI and semiconductor breakthroughs? At Micron, we invite a passionate Staff Engineer, Collateral Integration Engineer to join our upbeat group. This opportunity offers the chance to work on innovative technology within a team-oriented environment that values your individual contributions!

Key Responsibilities

Collateral Acquisition & Access Control

• Coordinate secure download of foundry collateral (e.g., TSMC PDKs, IP bundles) from approved channels

• Track delivery schedules and completeness of collateral versus plan

• Enforce NDA and access-control policies for restricted foundry data

PDK Installation & Environment Setup

• Install and configure PDKs, rule decks, models, and libraries in standardized environments

• Align toolchain versions with foundry recommendations

• Maintain directory structures and environment setup for multi-node support

Validation & Testing (Core Responsibility)

• Complete PDK validation pipeline:

Unit testing (DRC/LVS/ERC/PERC, models, libraries)

1. Smoke testing of end-to-end CAD flows

Regression testing versus prior PDK releases

• Confirm that all validation checkpoints are satisfied before transferring to establish teams

Release Management

• Package and distribute validated PDK environments to form teams

• Maintain version control across collateral, PDK, and EDA toolchains

• Publish release notes and supported flow documentation

Documentation & Traceability

• Detail PDK versions per project/tapeout

• Record collateral dependencies and configurations

• Ensure reproducibility of build environments and signoff flows

Automation & Continuous Improvement

• Develop automation for validation and regression testing flows

• Improve efficiency and reduce manual setup time

Collaboration Across Multiple Functions

• Work closely with:

Foundry partners for issue resolution

• Experience with EDA tools (Cadence, Synopsys, Siemens)

Linux environments and scripting (Python, Tcl, shell)

• Familiarity with tapeout flows and regression validation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with foundry interfaces (TSMC, IFS, etc.)

• Background in CAD automation and infrastructure

• Experience with large-scale PDK release management

• Knowledge of version control and environment management systems

Key Proficiencies

• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills

• Attention to detail and process difficulty

• Ability to lead multiple releases and timelines

• Effective cross-team communication

Success Metrics

• First-pass success rate of PDK releases

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.

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 Technology, Inc. (Richardson, TX)

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.

Introduction:

The Advanced Packaging Technology Development (APTD) team at Micron drives the technologies that enable the AI era. We work hands-on with global R&D, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to turn breakthrough ideas into production-ready solutions. Our work sits at the intersection of innovation, scale, and real-world impact-and collaboration is how we win, 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.

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