Memory Research Scientist

at Intel · Industrial · Tokyo, Japan

Memory Research Scientist at Intel in Tokyo, Japan, focusing on AI/HPC, compute architecture, memory technology, and advanced system architecture. The role involves leading technical engagement for the ZAM NEDO program, coordinating with partners and US-based teams, and driving applied research for Japanese government/commercial initiatives. Requires deep experience in semiconductors, full development lifecycle, and strong technical coordination between US and Japanese teams.

What you'd actually do

  1. Key Technical point of contact in IJKK for on-going engagement on the ZAM NEDO program.
  2. Leads technical leadership in the areas of compute architecture, memory technology (most preferred), and advanced system architecture with motivation and background to look ahead 3-5 years from current state of the art supporting Japanese government/commercial initiatives.
  3. Drives and expands Applied Research in these technical areas.
  4. Leads technical execution of IJKK R+D programs from architecture through manufacturing and test.
  5. The individual will be the critical technical connector between Japanese partners, IJKK, and the US engineering resources supporting the program activities.

Skills

Required

  • Semiconductors industry experience
  • Native Japanese and English
  • Technical coordination between US and Japanese based engineering teams
  • Full development life-cycle of multiple semiconductor programs
  • Research and development on advanced semiconductor innovations
  • Strategic initiative and pragmatic engineering execution
  • Technical relationships within the Japanese research and commercial eco-system

What the JD emphasized

  • memory technology (most preferred)
  • Proven technical coordination between US and Japanese based engineering teams.
  • Experience in research and development on advanced (3-5 year event horizon) semiconductor innovations.
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Job Details:

Job Description:

Key Technical point of contact in IJKK for on-going engagement on the ZAM NEDO program. They should be in a lead position to support the coordination with all of the ZAM program partners, coordinate with the US-based technical team, and independently drive and adapt the IJKK-based technical activities. This role will continue to expand towards being a technical leader to develop and grow wider R+D technical engagement in AI/HPC. Leads technical leadership in the areas of compute architecture, memory technology (most preferred), and advanced system architecture with motivation and background to look ahead 3-5 years from current state of the art supporting Japanese government/commercial initiatives. Drives and expands Applied Research in these technical areas. This includes both novel research and development activities, and active design and manufacturing experience in leading process nodes. Leads technical execution of IJKK R+D programs from architecture through manufacturing and test. The individual will be the critical technical connector between Japanese partners, IJKK, and the US engineering resources supporting the program activities.

Qualifications:

Minimum BA 15+ years experience in Semiconductors industry Native Japanese and English Proven technical coordination between US and Japanese based engineering teams. Experience in the full development life-cycle of multiple semiconductor programs. Experience in research and development on advanced (3-5 year event horizon) semiconductor innovations. Proven ability to balance strategic initiative with pragmatic and tactical engineering execution. Strong technical relationships within the Japanese research and commercial eco-system.

Job Type:

Experienced Hire

Shift:

Shift 1 (Japan)

Primary Location:

Japan, Tokyo

Additional Locations:

Business group:

The Sales and Marketing Group (SMG) leverages the product portfolio to drive Intel's revenue growth and market expansion, blending strategic initiatives with dynamic sales efforts to capture and retain customers. SMG is responsible for empowering the sales force with tools and insights needed to close deals and build lasting customer relationships. Sales analytics and market research ensure strategies are both targeted and impactful. In SMG, disciplined execution, creativity, and ambition are celebrated, providing ample opportunities for career advancement and skill development.

Posting Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust

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Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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