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Technical Lead Manager roles sit at the intersection of engineering leadership and people management, making them strong candidates for H-1B visa sponsorship under the specialty occupation standard. Most employers filing LCAs for this title require a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, engineering, or a related field. Cap-subject H-1B registrations open each April for an October 1 start date.
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Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
Micron Research Labs (MRL) seeks an experienced technical leader to drive external research programs with ecosystem partners. Working with universities, national laboratories, consortia and industry partners, the individual identifies, shapes, and drives research that advances Micron's long-term technology priorities in memory and semiconductor technologies, from materials and devices through packaging, architectures, and AI/compute systems.
The successful candidate will be a program manager for external research, driving solicitations, selection, management and oversight and achievement of Micron objectives for the program. This role serves as the technical link between MRL and Micron technology teams and the global research ecosystem. We are open to candidates with deep expertise in DRAM, NAND, and/or semiconductor system solutions, including memory architectures, devices, materials, process, packaging, memory-centric systems, and AI/compute. Job level and title will be based on the candidate’s experience, scope and qualifications.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
External Research Program Management
- Develop and issue Micron-funded research solicitations for defined technical challenges, aligned with MRL's research agenda and themes.
- Identify and engage university research groups worldwide to participate in these solicitations.
- Receive and evaluate proposals for technical merit and fit with MRL priorities and support the selection and award process with MRL technical leaders, Legal, Procurement, and Finance.
- Identify university research teams focused in domains relevant to MRL’s research agenda; and build relationships aligned with strategic research priorities.
- Coordinate research partnerships with national laboratories, startups, consortia, and other strategic ecosystem partners, where relevant and aligned with MRL priorities.
- Lead all aspects of successful execution of sponsored research projects including scope, schedules, budgets, outputs, dependencies, risks, decisions, and outcomes.
- Report on program progress and results to MRL leadership. Share findings with Micron research and pathfinding teams, and evaluate IP opportunities for IP, publications, and technology transfer.
- Lead proposal development from kickoff through closeout, contracting, compliance, project delivery, reporting and budgets in partnership with Legal, Finance, Procurement, Government Affairs and Export Compliance.
Technical Collaboration
- Partner with research, technology development, product, engineering, and business organizations to ensure external programs deliver measurable value.
- Support talent engagement, including faculty, graduate research, and internships.
- Collaborate across global regions and time zones.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Bachelor's degree with 7+ years or a Master's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related field with hands-on experience in semiconductor R&D, technology development or research.
- Demonstrated technical expertise across memory and semiconductor research or technology development (spanning devices, materials, process, packaging, memory architecture, and AI/compute system).
- Experience leading and managing sponsored research programs and technical collaborations with universities, national laboratories, startups, government-funded research organizations, and industry consortia.
- Ability to evaluate technical proposals and communicate complex topics to technical and executive audiences.
- Experience using Generative AI and other AI-enabled tools to improve technical analysis, research evaluation, engineering documentation, and program execution while critically validating outputs.
- Demonstrated project leadership skills with the ability to lead independently, influence matrixed organizations, and present effectively to executive audiences.
Preferred
- Record of publications, patents or recognized technical contributions.
- Knowledge of research funding mechanisms, IP protection, export compliance and technology transfer.
- Experience building and maintaining relationships across academia, government laboratories, industry research organizations, or innovation ecosystems.
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.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers.
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3).
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Micron Foundation
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
Sustainability
Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
INTRODUCTION
Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
Micron Research Labs (MRL) seeks an experienced technical leader to drive external research programs with ecosystem partners. Working with universities, national laboratories, consortia and industry partners, the individual identifies, shapes, and drives research that advances Micron's long-term technology priorities in memory and semiconductor technologies, from materials and devices through packaging, architectures, and AI/compute systems.
The successful candidate will be a program manager for external research, driving solicitations, selection, management and oversight and achievement of Micron objectives for the program. This role serves as the technical link between MRL and Micron technology teams and the global research ecosystem. We are open to candidates with deep expertise in DRAM, NAND, and/or semiconductor system solutions, including memory architectures, devices, materials, process, packaging, memory-centric systems, and AI/compute. Job level and title will be based on the candidate’s experience, scope and qualifications.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
External Research Program Management
- Develop and issue Micron-funded research solicitations for defined technical challenges, aligned with MRL's research agenda and themes.
- Identify and engage university research groups worldwide to participate in these solicitations.
- Receive and evaluate proposals for technical merit and fit with MRL priorities and support the selection and award process with MRL technical leaders, Legal, Procurement, and Finance.
- Identify university research teams focused in domains relevant to MRL’s research agenda; and build relationships aligned with strategic research priorities.
- Coordinate research partnerships with national laboratories, startups, consortia, and other strategic ecosystem partners, where relevant and aligned with MRL priorities.
- Lead all aspects of successful execution of sponsored research projects including scope, schedules, budgets, outputs, dependencies, risks, decisions, and outcomes.
- Report on program progress and results to MRL leadership. Share findings with Micron research and pathfinding teams, and evaluate IP opportunities for IP, publications, and technology transfer.
- Lead proposal development from kickoff through closeout, contracting, compliance, project delivery, reporting and budgets in partnership with Legal, Finance, Procurement, Government Affairs and Export Compliance.
Technical Collaboration
- Partner with research, technology development, product, engineering, and business organizations to ensure external programs deliver measurable value.
- Support talent engagement, including faculty, graduate research, and internships.
- Collaborate across global regions and time zones.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Bachelor's degree with 7+ years or a Master's degree with 5+ years of relevant experience in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Applied Physics, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related field with hands-on experience in semiconductor R&D, technology development or research.
- Demonstrated technical expertise across memory and semiconductor research or technology development (spanning devices, materials, process, packaging, memory architecture, and AI/compute system).
- Experience leading and managing sponsored research programs and technical collaborations with universities, national laboratories, startups, government-funded research organizations, and industry consortia.
- Ability to evaluate technical proposals and communicate complex topics to technical and executive audiences.
- Experience using Generative AI and other AI-enabled tools to improve technical analysis, research evaluation, engineering documentation, and program execution while critically validating outputs.
- Demonstrated project leadership skills with the ability to lead independently, influence matrixed organizations, and present effectively to executive audiences.
Preferred
- Record of publications, patents or recognized technical contributions.
- Knowledge of research funding mechanisms, IP protection, export compliance and technology transfer.
- Experience building and maintaining relationships across academia, government laboratories, industry research organizations, or innovation ecosystems.
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.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers.
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3).
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Micron Foundation
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
Sustainability
Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Technical Lead Manager
Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to the Technical Lead Manager position. A computer science or engineering degree is straightforward, but a business or unrelated degree will require your employer to document a direct theoretical connection.
Cross-reference your LCA wage level carefully
Technical Lead Managers typically file at DOL wage Level III or IV. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and location before your employer submits the LCA, so the offered salary clears the threshold.
Target employers with cap-exempt pathways
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and certain government entities are exempt from the H-1B cap and lottery. If you're open to a Technical Lead Manager role in higher education or research, you can start any time of year without waiting for the April registration window.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Technical Lead Manager roles by employers with active H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This surfaces companies that have already navigated the specialty occupation determination for this title, reducing the risk of an RFE on your petition.
Flag management scope in your offer letter
Technical Lead Manager roles combine technical and supervisory duties. Ask your employer to specify both dimensions in the offer letter and LCA job description. USCIS has issued RFEs on hybrid titles where the management component was unclear, so detail matters here.
Time your premium processing to the lottery outcome
Premium processing only applies after USCIS selects your registration. Don't assume your employer will upgrade automatically. Confirm in advance whether they'll file with premium processing so you can plan your start date and any change-of-status timeline accurately.
H-1B Visa Technical Lead Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technical Lead Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field such as computer science, software engineering, or a closely related discipline. USCIS looks at both the duties listed in the LCA and the employer's internal requirements. Hybrid roles that blend management with hands-on technical work generally qualify, but your employer's job description must make the degree requirement explicit rather than preferred.
Which SOC code typically applies to Technical Lead Manager positions?
Most Technical Lead Manager roles are filed under SOC 11-3021 (Computer and Information Systems Managers), though some employers use 15-1252 (Software Developers) or a related engineering code depending on how the duties are weighted. The SOC code your employer selects on the LCA determines your prevailing wage level, so it's worth confirming with HR before the DOL filing. O*NET profiles for these codes describe the typical duty mix in detail.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for Technical Lead Manager roles?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you can identify companies that have already filed for this specific title rather than relying on recruiters' claims. Look for employers with consistent multi-year filing patterns in your target location, since they're more likely to have an internal immigration process already in place for this level.
Can I negotiate a promotion from Senior Engineer to Technical Lead Manager while on H-1B status?
Yes, but a promotion that materially changes your job duties, title, or wage level requires your employer to file an amended H-1B petition before the change takes effect. If the new role involves a different SOC code or a significantly different job description, USCIS treats it as a new petition. Your employer should file the amended petition and receive a receipt notice before you formally move into the Technical Lead Manager role.
What happens to my H-1B if my employer is acquired or undergoes a merger?
If the successor company is a bona fide successor-in-interest and assumes the original employer's liabilities, you can continue working under the existing H-1B while an amended petition is filed. You should not stop working during the transition. However, if the acquiring entity is structurally different or the role changes significantly, a new or amended petition is required. USCIS guidance on corporate restructuring covers the specific conditions that qualify for successor-in-interest treatment.