SMTS / DMTS – NAND Process Pathfinding - Thin Films & Materials
Core
Guide key technology exploration projects to discover, develop, and implement advanced materials and thin film solutions for future NAND memory scaling, performance, and reliability.
Role type
Senior / Distinguished Member of Technical Staff (SMTS / DMTS) – Thin Films & Materials
Builds
Next generation of memory technology (NAND) for AI, mobile, automotive, and data center applications
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing, materials science, thin film deposition
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | research | infrastructure
Required skills
Thin film deposition technologies (CVD, LPCVD, PECVD, ALD, PEALD, MOCVD), materials science, surface chemistry, plasma physics, thin film integration, leading complex technical programs, cross-functional collaboration, intellectual property development, AI-enabled engineering tools
Preferred skills
PhD/MS in Materials Science/Electrical Engineering/Physics/Chemistry, 15+ years semiconductor process development experience, technology strategy crafting, technical risk assessment, mentoring technical talent, applying AI/modeling/data science to process development
Technologies
CVD, LPCVD, PECVD, ALD, PEALD, MOCVD, AI-enabled engineering tools, advanced analytics, digital workflows
Responsibilities
Define and drive thin film and materials technology roadmaps; Guide exploration and creation of advanced materials and thin film solutions; Evaluate emerging materials, precursor chemistries, and deposition technologies; Collaborate with Device, Integration, Reliability, Modeling, Manufacturing, and Yield teams; Lead cross-functional initiatives and external collaborations; Develop intellectual property via patents and publications; Mentor engineers and technical leaders; Apply AI-enabled engineering tools and advanced analytics
Seniority
Senior / Distinguished, hands-on IC with strategic leadership