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QA Specialist roles in software testing, manufacturing quality control, and process validation directly align with STEM degrees in computer science, engineering, and applied sciences. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies here, giving you up to 36 months total, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your training plan ties quality assurance duties to your degree field.
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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.
Our Opportunity Summary:
At Micron, we build memory and storage solutions that power the technologies changing how the world works, learns, and connects. We're looking for passionate people to join us and help grow and innovate in the semiconductor industry.
Product Quality Assurance (PQA) drives continuous improvement in the quality of the products we deliver. As a PQA Engineer, you'll make sure new products meet quality standards before volume manufacturing. You'll also lead failure analysis, reliability risk assessment, and corrective action across product qualification.
(Disclaimer) While you may not exhibit all of the characteristics/skills listed below today, we are highly interested in a team member who is anxious to grow in both technical breadth and depth. If you are open to learning from and being a valued member of a team of top-tier engineers, we are eager to help build on your existing foundation and expand your individual and collaborative skills in this exciting and unique opportunity.
What’s Encouraged Daily:
- Make sure new products meet quality standards and have accurate risk assessments and quality systems in place before volume manufacturing.
- Drive timely response, resolution, and continuous improvement of Product Qualification failures using 8D and FMEA.
- Perform electrical failure analysis (EFA) and physical failure analysis (PFA) to find root causes and drive corrective actions.
- Use statistical data analysis and data mining to develop robust product disposition techniques.
- Define electrical signatures at scale and investigate electrical parameter shifts.
- Interpret reliability data and deliver accurate reliability risk assessments.
- Lead key deliverables and improvement programs that advance internal quality metrics.
HOW TO QUALIFY:
- Shown through education, internships, research, military, manufacturing, or professional experience.
- Bachelor's degree or advanced certification in a related technical field, OR equivalent technical military experience, OR an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience. Electrical Engineering preferred.
- Experience with product electrical testing and fault isolation.
- Experience with EFA and/or PFA methods.
- Skill in statistical data analysis and data mining.
- Working knowledge of structured problem-solving methods, including 8D and FMEA.
WHAT SETS YOU APART:
- Understanding of intrinsic reliability failure models (TDDB, EM, CHC, NBTI).
- Understanding of extrinsic reliability failure modes, including infant mortality (ICF) and extended (HTOL) testing.
- Experience with product qualification and quality systems for new product introduction in semiconductor manufacturing.
- Experience leading quality improvement programs tied to internal quality metrics.
- Experience and/or interest in developing Agentic AI workflows into current or future processes.
Our team vision is a continuing desire to develop your skills working in an inclusive, diverse environment of multicultural Teams across worldwide geographies! Enabling the creative career path you deserve with a collaborative environment and groundbreaking technology while rapidly growing your abilities.
COMPENSATION
- The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$85,000.00 - $216,000.00 a year
Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay 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.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
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.
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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- 4-8
Top skills
- Analysis
- Basketball
- Algorithms
- Cross Functional Skills
- Coordination
- Bot Development
- Bi Project
- Benchmarking
- Artificial Intelligence
- Analytical Thinking
Previously worked at
Previously worked as
- Quality Assurance Engineer
- Quality Engineer
- Senior Quality Engineer
- Engineer
- Senior Engineer
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.
Our Opportunity Summary:
At Micron, we build memory and storage solutions that power the technologies changing how the world works, learns, and connects. We're looking for passionate people to join us and help grow and innovate in the semiconductor industry.
Product Quality Assurance (PQA) drives continuous improvement in the quality of the products we deliver. As a PQA Engineer, you'll make sure new products meet quality standards before volume manufacturing. You'll also lead failure analysis, reliability risk assessment, and corrective action across product qualification.
(Disclaimer) While you may not exhibit all of the characteristics/skills listed below today, we are highly interested in a team member who is anxious to grow in both technical breadth and depth. If you are open to learning from and being a valued member of a team of top-tier engineers, we are eager to help build on your existing foundation and expand your individual and collaborative skills in this exciting and unique opportunity.
What’s Encouraged Daily:
- Make sure new products meet quality standards and have accurate risk assessments and quality systems in place before volume manufacturing.
- Drive timely response, resolution, and continuous improvement of Product Qualification failures using 8D and FMEA.
- Perform electrical failure analysis (EFA) and physical failure analysis (PFA) to find root causes and drive corrective actions.
- Use statistical data analysis and data mining to develop robust product disposition techniques.
- Define electrical signatures at scale and investigate electrical parameter shifts.
- Interpret reliability data and deliver accurate reliability risk assessments.
- Lead key deliverables and improvement programs that advance internal quality metrics.
HOW TO QUALIFY:
- Shown through education, internships, research, military, manufacturing, or professional experience.
- Bachelor's degree or advanced certification in a related technical field, OR equivalent technical military experience, OR an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience. Electrical Engineering preferred.
- Experience with product electrical testing and fault isolation.
- Experience with EFA and/or PFA methods.
- Skill in statistical data analysis and data mining.
- Working knowledge of structured problem-solving methods, including 8D and FMEA.
WHAT SETS YOU APART:
- Understanding of intrinsic reliability failure models (TDDB, EM, CHC, NBTI).
- Understanding of extrinsic reliability failure modes, including infant mortality (ICF) and extended (HTOL) testing.
- Experience with product qualification and quality systems for new product introduction in semiconductor manufacturing.
- Experience leading quality improvement programs tied to internal quality metrics.
- Experience and/or interest in developing Agentic AI workflows into current or future processes.
Our team vision is a continuing desire to develop your skills working in an inclusive, diverse environment of multicultural Teams across worldwide geographies! Enabling the creative career path you deserve with a collaborative environment and groundbreaking technology while rapidly growing your abilities.
COMPENSATION
- The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$85,000.00 - $216,000.00 a year
Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay 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.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
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.
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.
Insights from previous hires
Years of experience
- < 2
- 2-4
- 4-8
Top skills
- Analysis
- Basketball
- Algorithms
- Cross Functional Skills
- Coordination
- Bot Development
- Bi Project
- Benchmarking
- Artificial Intelligence
- Analytical Thinking
Previously worked at
Previously worked as
- Quality Assurance Engineer
- Quality Engineer
- Senior Quality Engineer
- Engineer
- Senior Engineer
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a QA Specialist
Verify your CIP code covers QA
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to a STEM-designated field before applying. Computer science, industrial engineering, and systems engineering CIP codes all support QA Specialist roles, but general business degrees typically don't qualify.
Confirm E-Verify status before applying
Ask every recruiter whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before your first interview. A QA role at a company that isn't enrolled cannot support your STEM OPT extension, no matter how well the job matches your degree.
Tie your I-983 duties to your STEM field
Your training plan must connect specific QA tasks, such as defect analysis, test automation, or statistical process control, to concepts from your STEM degree. Vague descriptions like 'quality assurance support' are the leading reason DSOs flag I-983 plans for revision.
Target employers with active DOL LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter QA Specialist roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications, which signals active experience hiring workers on visa-based authorization and familiarity with the E-Verify enrollment requirement.
Address cap-gap timing in your offer negotiation
If your OPT expires before October 1 and your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization automatically. Confirm your start date and petition timeline with your employer's HR team before signing.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Look up the prevailing wage for QA Specialist roles in your target metro area using OFLC Wage Search before evaluating any offer. Employers filing an LCA must pay at least the prevailing wage, so knowing the Level I and Level II figures tells you whether an offer is compliant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my STEM degree qualify me for the 24-month STEM OPT extension as a QA Specialist?
It depends on your specific degree, not the job title. Your degree must appear on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List and carry a qualifying CIP code. Degrees in computer science, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, and statistics commonly support QA Specialist roles. A general management or communications degree won't qualify even if your job involves quality systems work. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying for the extension.
Is E-Verify enrollment required for my QA Specialist employer to support my STEM OPT?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for any employer sponsoring a STEM OPT extension, regardless of company size or industry. Before accepting a QA Specialist offer, ask HR to confirm the company's E-Verify Company ID. If the employer isn't enrolled, they must complete enrollment before you can file the extension. You can search for roles at verified employers on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by employers with relevant filing history.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a QA Specialist role?
Your I-983 must describe how the specific QA duties in your role apply knowledge from your STEM degree. Generic job descriptions aren't enough. Include concrete learning objectives tied to your major, such as applying statistical methods to defect rate analysis, using software testing frameworks tied to your computer science coursework, or implementing process controls grounded in industrial engineering principles. Your DSO and employer both sign the plan, and USCIS can audit it, so specificity matters.
Can I switch QA Specialist employers while on STEM OPT?
Yes, but you must follow the correct process. Your new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify, the role must still relate to your STEM degree, and you must file an updated I-983 training plan with your DSO before your start date. Your DSO will issue a new I-20 reflecting the change. Working for a non-E-Verify employer, even briefly, is a violation that can affect your status and future visa eligibility.
How does cap-gap work if my employer sponsors my H-1B during my QA Specialist STEM OPT?
If your STEM OPT is still valid on April 1 and your employer files a timely H-1B petition on your behalf, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. If your petition is selected in the lottery and approved, your H-1B status begins October 1. If it isn't selected, your authorization ends September 30. You can continue working as a QA Specialist throughout the cap-gap period as long as your employer filed before your EAD expired.