Micron Technology

Senior DRAM Systems Architecture

Micron Technology$164K — $358K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in memory systems, semiconductor architecture, computer architecture, or related fields.
  • Strong understanding of DRAM architecture and high-performance computing.
  • Successfully develop architecture recommendations through quantitative analysis.
  • Proficient in using AI-powered tools and methodologies, inclusive of Generative AI.

Responsibilities

  • Define architectures for various memory technologies including DDR and HBM.
  • Create analytical models to assess performance and cost tradeoffs.
  • Lead architecture requirements across multiple engineering domains.
  • Conduct technical studies and develop architecture recommendations through analysis.
  • Influence cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Income protection programs for illness or injury.
  • Paid family leave.
  • Robust paid time-off program.
  • Paid holidays.
Full Job Description
As a Technical Staff Member, you will provide systems-level architecture leadership for next-generation memory solutions. This role combines analytical modeling, architecture development, reliability strategy, and cross-functional influence to help define future products. You will work across engineering disciplines to evaluate tradeoffs, guide technical decisions, and develop differentiated solutions that deliver value to customers and platforms.

Responsibilities:
  • Define architectures for DDR, LPDDR, HBM, CXL-attached memory, and emerging memory technologies.
  • Develop analytical and simulation-based models to evaluate performance, reliability, power, thermal, and cost tradeoffs.
  • Drive architecture requirements across DRAM, packaging, modules, controllers, platforms, and system software.
  • Lead technical studies, roadmap development, and architecture recommendations supported by quantitative analysis.
  • Influence cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and contribute to patents, publications, and standards activities.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Master's degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical field.
  • 8+ years of experience in memory systems, semiconductor architecture, computer architecture, or related technical areas.
  • Strong knowledge of DRAM architecture, memory systems, or high-performance computing system architecture.
  • Proven ability to develop architecture recommendations using quantitative analysis and engineering tradeoffs.
  • Experience using AI-powered tools and methodologies, including Large Language Models, Agentic AI, Generative AI, or AI-enabled simulation environments.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working with DDR, LPDDR, HBM, CXL memory, MRDIMM/RDIMM, or emerging memory technologies.
  • Experience with memory-system simulation or modeling tools such as Ramulator, Ramulator2, DRAMsim3, gem5, internal simulators, or equivalent platforms.
  • Experience in queueing theory, stochastic modeling, performance modeling, reliability modeling, or mathematical optimization.
  • Experience with RAS architecture, ECC, CRC, EDC, metadata, on-die ECC, rank-level protection, link protection, or system-wide robustness.
  • Background in high-speed signaling, SI, clock distribution, packaging, module, PMIC, power, or thermal systems and experience participating in JEDEC or similar standards organizations.


The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:

$164,000.00 - $358,000.00 a year

Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

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.

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43,000 employees
Market Cap
$53.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.9 billion
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+8.6%
Revenue
$22 billion
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