Principal Engineer, Defense Line 4, Front End

Job Description Summary

• As the leader of the DL4 steering team, you are responsible for overseeing the FE Defense Line 4 outgoing defense line and ensuring accountability for Late Event Metrics.
  
  
• Set the direction for all DL4/QA-related SWAT activities, establishing a vision and overall strategy for the team.
  
  
• Engage in post-mortem analyses of excursion events to uncover systemic root causes and detection gaps, applying a shift-left mindset to develop innovative defense line solutions, particularly in DL4.
  
  
• Identify and assign systemic gaps from post-mortem analyses to various SWAT teams under DL4 to derive solutions.
  
  
• Proactively collaborate with site Quality Teams to align and support site objectives while upholding the highest quality standards, championing strong cross-functional partnerships as a visible leader and the voice of quality.
  
  
• Work closely with SMAI and IT partners on network QM projects, from idea conception to deployment.
  
  
• Provide strong leadership to motivate and inspire your team, setting clear performance expectations and conducting regular performance reviews.
  
  
• Engage in global alignment teams to identify opportunities for improvement and work together to create innovative solutions to enhance overall network capability.
  
  

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or related engineering field.
  
  
• 5+ years' experience in the semiconductor industry in the areas of Yield/Test Enhancement, Product Engineering, Quality Engineering or Process Integration.
  
  
• Proven experience in team development, project management, or a similar role.
  
  
• Think and communicate clearly in urgent and stressful situations.
  
  
• Strong leadership and team building skills.
  
  
• Excellent data analysis, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
  
  
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
  
  
• Ability to think strategically and execute methodically.
  
  
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
  
  
• Familiarity with Micron QA functions, systems, processes, and quality culture is a strong advantage.