Job Description

【Position Summary】

Lead the technical development and New Product Introduction (NPI) of next-generation Non-Volatile Memory (NVM). Focus on optimizing MRAM and RRAM electrical characteristics, ensuring superior yield and reliability through advanced process nodes, and defining optimal operating specifications.

【Key Responsibilities】

Characterization & Process Integration: Execute comprehensive electrical analysis; identify and track process defects with the Process Integration (PI) team. Partner with Foundries to develop and implement BKM (Best Known Method) processes.
Yield Enhancement: Lead cross-functional yield improvement initiatives; perform deep-dive electrical simulation and Physical Failure Analysis (PFA) to stabilize mass production.
Reliability & Qualification: Drive critical reliability qualifications, including Data Retention, Endurance, and Magnetic Immunity.
Test Strategy Development: Collaborate with test teams to develop high-efficiency CP/FT test flows and Repair/Redundancy algorithms.

【Required Qualifications】

Education: Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields.
Experience: 6+ years in the semiconductor industry, with 5+ years focused on NVM (NAND/NOR/eFlash) or Emerging Memory (MRAM/RRAM).
Technical Expertise:
In-depth knowledge of NVM physics, STT-MRAM/RRAM switching mechanisms, and material properties.
Proven ability to analyze complex resistance distributions and statistical data.
Proficiency in JMP, Python, or Spotfire.

【Preferred Skills】

Memory Architecture: Familiarity with SRAM and ESF3 architectures and their operating mechanisms.
Production Experience: Direct experience in Embedded MRAM/RRAM mass production at advanced nodes (22nm/16nm/12nm).
Circuit Knowledge: Understanding of peripheral circuit design and sensing techniques.
Ecosystem Collaboration: Experience leading technical collaborations with Tier-1 foundries.

【Soft Qualities】

Analytical Thinking: Insightful data interpretation to identify key trends and root causes.
Proactive Ownership: Strong initiative in coordinating resources and resolving technical bottlenecks.
Effective Communication: Ability to translate complex electrical issues into actionable process or design optimizations.
Resilience: Calm and adaptive in high-pressure R&D environments with a growth mindset for emerging technologies.

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