NAND Array Engineer (3D NAND)

Location: Hybrid role based in San Jose, CA or Rancho Cordova, CA, United States

Salary: USD 139,520–255,000 yearly

Company

Global memory technology company developing advanced NAND products and data storage solutions.

What you will do

• Design and execute NAND memory cell and array characterization experiments covering erase, program, and read operations.
• Develop and optimize trims to improve Read Window Budget, Raw Bit Error Rate, product quality, and back-end test yields.
• Apply NAND device physics to interpret experimental data and explain relationships between device behavior and trim parameters.
• Collaborate with Device, Design, Reliability, Product, Test Engineering, and wafer fabrication teams on bench experiments and Sort/Wafer-Level Reliability DOEs.
• Analyze data, communicate parameter trade-offs, and build predictive models for NAND behavior.
• Maintain degradation scorecards and release optimized trims to production on a regular cadence.

Requirements

• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or a closely related field.
• At least 3 years of industry experience in semiconductor memory technologies and products.
• Deep understanding of NAND cell and array operations, reliability mechanisms, characterization techniques, semiconductor device physics, and process flows.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis methodologies and tools.
• Hands-on programming experience with C, C++, Python, and/or JMP.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Nice to have

• Experience with 3D NAND architecture and advanced memory scaling challenges.
• Familiarity with wafer fabrication processes and Sort/WLR test methodologies.
• Experience releasing trims or process improvements to high-volume manufacturing.
• Experience with machine learning or advanced modeling techniques for semiconductor data.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement from San Jose or Rancho Cordova, California.
• Eligibility for restricted stock units, restricted cash units, and cash bonus programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Company match on eligible 401(k) plan contributions.