Assistant General Counsel

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’s Legal Department requires an exceptionally talented Assistant General Counsel, Global Operations to aid in establishing and managing its largest semiconductor fabrication facility ever constructed in the U.S. The Clay, New York site will broaden domestic memory supply, generate nearly 50,000 jobs in New York, and be the largest private investment in the state's history. This candidate will collaborate closely with and deliver legal support to Micron’s Global Operations Team, including senior leadership from Micron’s Construction, Front-End Operations, Environmental Health & Safety, Government Affairs, and Global Communications Teams. This is an exciting opportunity to participate in a significant investment in US-based semiconductor manufacturing. This position is based in Syracuse, New York. Join us and play a part in advancing US semiconductor manufacturing! Responsibilities: Serve as a trusted business partner to Micron’s Global Operations Team, providing strategic and practical legal advice and solutions to Micron’s Real Estate, Construction, Engineering, Front-End Operations, Finance, Tax, Sustainability, Environmental Health & Safety, Government Affairs, and Global Communications Teams to support the construction, development, and operation of Micron’s historic semiconductor fabrication facility. Partner with Micron’s Government Affairs Team (and other key stakeholders from Micron’s Global Operations Team) to ensure the project construction, development, and operations are aligned with the goals of the CHIPS and Science Act and other federal, state, and local requirements. Collaborate directly with senior leadership in Micron’s Legal Department to resolve legal and compliance matters related to the facility’s construction, development, and operation. Provide strategic and practical legal advice to The Micron Foundation, a 501(c)(3) Private Non-operating Foundation, which partners with universities and colleges to develop diverse and robust engineering pathways through outreach to and philanthropy for students. Support other ad hoc, strategic projects. Minimum Qualifications: J.D. degree from an accredited law school, along with active membership in at least one state bar. 5-10 years’ experience in commercial law at a top law firm or U.S. public company. Experience with government incentives, municipal financing, environmental permitting, compliance, construction, manufacturing, or operations is valuable. Highly disciplined with the ability to assess risk, work with limited supervision, and provide timely, strategic, and practical legal advice in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to produce high-quality work product. Dedication to represent Micron ethically and with integrity. Preferred Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate, demonstrate diplomacy, and interact well with senior leadership. Manage and advance multiple projects in a multi-stakeholder environment. Experience in the semiconductor industry and/or a good understanding of semiconductor manufacturing and operations. The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is: $160,000.00 - $281,000.00 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr