Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life forall.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.JR49948 Advanced NAND Mask Generator EngineerThe Micron NAND Process R&D group is responsible for developing state of the art high density NAND memory technologies. As a Mask Generator Engineer within this organization you will be chartered with defining, generating and maintaining mask data for current and future NAND technologies.You will be responsible for developing generator code to generate final mask data from drawn base layer data. You will use this code to build all masks for development of a new technology from initial development to production ramp. All mask data should be generated in a timely manner and error free. Successful candidates for this position will have:You will be working on software development projects that will improve the quality and efficiency of the business process and software tools.Responsibilities and Tasks include, but not limited to:Work with Yield Enhancement, Product Engineers, Defect analysis, and Quality Assurance teams to understand process issues related to the database layout, and prioritize development of solutions with Process Integration, Advanced Mask Design, Scribe & Frame, Layout & DesignHelp design and evaluate test structures to provide data for next generation devices and to quantify process margin on current devicesEnsure quality reticle generation Tasks:Build NAND generators by coordination with PI, design, photo, mask shop, advanced mask group, frame group, etc.Understand design rules, OPC, database, layout, etc. and be able to inspect layout, fractured data for errors.Develop and write generators, review DRCs, etc.Develops experimental reticles for photo, PI, etc.Inspect and review databases through the tapeout processes Responsibility: Sets objectives for a function or sub-function(s) ensuring quality, effectiveness, and productivity of personnel and processes to meet organization goals.Ensures accuracy, quality, and timeliness of results (error free tape outs)Applies knowledge to achieve quality improvements, cost control, and production efficiency.Coordinates activities of reports •Feedback to PI customer concerns, etc.Develop corrective action to problems and foresee potential problems to develop a bullet proof tape out process.Requirements:Fundamental understanding of semiconductor device physics and silicon processing sub 0.1um.Strong understanding of design rules, and the device physics and processing issues that control them.Solid knowledge of computer programming and software: UNIX/Linux system, Python, Perl, Shell script, C/C++, SQL.Intimate knowledge of appropriate CAD tools: Cadence df2/SKILL/K2view, Calibre/SVRF/TVF/TCL.Familiarity of layout issues associated with high density memories, electrical test structures, process monitors and alignment related structures.The ability to interface with a wide variety of people with different skill sets: design, process, process integration, OPC, layout CAD.The capability to supply innovative solutions to fix complex problems relating to generation of mask data.Preferred qualifications:Fundamental understanding of CMOS operation and silicon processing sub 0.1um.Understanding of design rules, and basic processing issues that control them.Familiarity of layout issues associated with high density memories, electrical test structures, process monitors and alignment related structures.Experience in the semiconductor industry.5+ years' experience in the semiconductor industry.Education:BS + 5 years experience or MS + 3 years experience or PhD in EE, Computer Science or Computer EngineeringAbout 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/careersAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations,please ****** 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.
