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The Micron Core Data Center Business Unit (CDBU) is seeking a dynamic Director of Customer Support and Solutions to lead our Technical Customer Management (TCM) and Applications Engineering teams in the EMEA and APAC regions. This role is pivotal in enabling and supporting our worldwide customers on both Enterprise SSD and Server Memory Modules. The individual will work closely with product management, Product development, Global Quality, Business Development, Sales, FAEs and operations teams to execute the vision for Micron's data center solid state drives and memory modules.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage the Technical Customer Management team to enable best in class qualifications which include the following.
Coordinate the qualification of new product introductions (NPI) at targeted customers and their OEM/ODM partners
Gather customer qualification requirements and test requirements, aligning these with Micron design teams
Define and complete customer plans and schedules
Manage partner concerns by prioritizing issue resolution, closure, and corrective action
Provide technical and business input to support arguments
Manage regular customer communication and associated action logs
Ensure sample requirements are identified and completed for your customer
Provide regular qualification status updates to Micron management
Handle configuration management and approvals for sample and production units
Drive customer change management processes
Collaborate with Micron development and validation teams on the customer qualification process as well as critical customer requirements
Manage the Application Engineering team to enable best in class issue resolution which include the following.
Build a collaborative relationship with the customer field and TCM team to ensure customer qualification success
Debug customer issues working with the customer field team to accelerate new product qualifications
Work with engineering teams to provide context and priorities for debug and define appropriate customer focused solutions
Provide internal status on customer qualification issues to senior and executive management
Product expert for features and functionality, answering questions posed by the customers as well as providing product documentation such as data sheets, app notes and errata lists
Maintain external product firmware portal and change lists for customer teams
Pareto analysis of product issues to drive improvements in future products
Build a cohesive narrative around our class leading products for our customers based on their workload demands and expectations.
Possess a passion for excellence with the ability to inspire others to the highest standards through leading with empathy and integrity
Professional Experience/Qualifications:
Demonstrated educational or professional experience to qualify for a senior leadership position - typically this will include a degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
A deep understanding of Enterprise and Hyperscale data center storage and memory markets, including familiarity with server and storage product interfaces such as PCIe and Ethernet.
Extensive leadership experience in the semiconductor industry and expertise in managing global teams.
Knowledge of semiconductor and storage products, particularly flash and NAND and DRAM components and subsystems.
A clear vision and the ability to lead and drive improvements throughout the organization.
Product Experience: 10+ years of Semiconductor industry experience, with a track record of manging highly successful and innovative products
LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Problem Solving skill: Ability to think critically and creatively to rapidly resolve customer field issue
Program Management: Structured approach to helping manage customer qualifications and timely issue resolution and customer communication.
Talent Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing team of product professionals, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all functional groups within Micron. Prior success in leading cross-functional and multicultural teams globally. A personal style that fosters commitment and enthusiasm within and outside the organization.
Communication Skills: Exceptional communication and presentation skills to effectively convey the product vision to various customers.
LOCATION:
Boise, Folsom, San Jose
The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$163,000.00 - $338,500.00Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target 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. Additional compensation may include benefits, discretionary bonuses and equity.
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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