Assistant General Counsel -Technology Licensing

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.

This role will be based onsite in Boise, Idaho or onsite in San Jose, California.

Micron seeks an experienced attorney with a strong business focus to join its fast-growing, world-class Legal Department. This attorney will act as a trusted advisor supporting Micron’s multi-billion-dollar innovation and commercial teams. They will manage numerous complex licensing agreements and IP transactions. The role involves working closely with Micron’s leadership teams to build strategies that support technology and business aims, protect intellectual property, and mitigate risks.

Micron’s work environment is exciting and dynamic. Over the next ten years, there will be significant investments to develop and deliver innovative technologies. These technologies will enable widespread data-driven experiences that improve quality of life for everyone!

Responsibilities

• Deliver realistic legal counsel and function as a dependable consultant to engineering and business teams regarding IP and technology licensing. Proactively spot issues and evaluate complicated cost/benefit scenarios. Manage projects and build inventive solutions in legal and commercial fields to back strategic objectives and client ties.
• Structure and lead negotiation of licensing transactions in various technology areas ranging from early-stage research to product development to manufacturing.
• Review, draft and negotiate a broad range of technology and IP agreements, including technology licensing, joint development, university research, product integration, equipment development, technology transfer, software licensing, consortia, standard setting, and other engagements involving technology.
• Offer counsel on government-funded research programs and negotiate government contracts, subcontracts and grants related to development of technology with federal agencies, national laboratories and government-funded groups.
• Collaborate effectively with M&A teams to facilitate IP due diligence and draft associated IP agreements.
• Provide ongoing legal support to strengthen and defend Micron’s IP assets. Build a comprehensive understanding of innovative technologies applicable to Micron’s business. Work independently and in partnership with others to address competing priorities in a high-paced, rigorous environment.
• Assist in developing and training on corporate policies and procedures, such as open source, trade secret protection, data security, product security, confidentiality, and contract compliance.
• Thoughtfully bring to bear AI-powered tools and systems to accelerate work and improve legal outcomes while exercising strong legal judgment, data governance, and risk awareness.

Minimum Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school and a current member of the bar in good standing.
• At least 7 years of experience drafting and negotiating complex IP licensing agreements, along with excellent working and practical knowledge of IP law across geographies.
• Strong attention to business details, a strategic perspective, and a high degree of ethics and integrity.
• Experience working in an in-house legal environment, with top law firm and/or in-house legal experience in the semiconductor or adjacent industry.
• Located within a reasonable distance from Micron’s Boise or San Jose office, or willing to relocate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong executive presence with the ability to clearly convey complex legal and business matters to senior leadership.
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships, gain credibility, and partner effectively across functions.
• Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for process improvements, including the thoughtful use of AI-enabled tools.
• Proficiency in working on government-supported research initiatives, grants, or research consortia.

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:

$156,000.00 - $363,000.00 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.

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