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You will provide operational support to clinical departments and work closely with key stakeholders on matters related to implementation and monitoring of projects, process improvement, justification for new services and funding, and ensure that they are in line with the hospital's overall strategic direction. You will assume a key role in ensuring good financial performance and smooth operations of the clinical departments by proactive tracking, monitoring, analysis and reporting of key performance indicators.

Requirements
Bachelor degree in any discipline , preferably in hospital operations, will be advantageous
Critical thinker, self-motivated, excellent communication skills, a team player who is also able to work independently
Proficient in MS Office

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For interested candidates, please send your most recent and updated resume to sallytsin@recruitexpress.com.sg

Tsin Chien Yee Sally
R25127272
Recruit Express Pte Ltd
EA License No. 99C4599

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on HR ops experience. Additional payroll processing/ managing payroll vendor (in addition to HR ops) is useful but HR payroll experience is not a must
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations and compliance for Singapore (mainly) though HR processing is outsourced to external payroll providers
• System savvy. Prior experience with global HRIS systems, such as Workday or similar platforms is required

Our client is a leading MNC in the shipping industry based in town. The co allows a WFH arrangement 1 day per week. This role sits in the HR department and reports to 2 HR business partnering managers.

SENIOR EXECUTIVE, HR (PAYROLL & OPERATION)

Summary: We are looking for a detail-oriented individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and have a passion for streamlining processes. This Senior HR Executive will be responsible for managing the payroll for the group of companies under through the company-appointed payroll vendor. He/she will also support the HR team on day-to-day HR operations and HR administrative matters. The ideal candidate must have proven track record in payroll processing and administration.

Employment Type: Permanent

Reports to: Manager, Human Resources

Location: Singapore

Role and Responsibilities:

HR Operations (around 70% the time)

• Support the HR team with employee life cycle management in pre-hire, on-boarding, off-boarding, and training records administration.
• Maintain accurate employee records on the HRIS Workday platform and e-pfile in a timely manner.
• Support the HR team in preparation for employment letters, visa travel letters, etc.
• Administer employee benefits programs (insurance claims and enrolment, long service award, etc.)
• Support the HR team in preparing reports, analysis and surveys preparation, e.gs. MOM, MPA, salary and benefits surveys.
• Support the HR team in administrative matters such as invoice processing, liaising with Finance on payment-related matters, work pass applications or renewal, renewal of season parking for eligible employees.
• Identify opportunities for HR operations transformation by leveraging technology for increased effectiveness and efficiency.
• Ensure data integrity and ensure compliance in all HR operations.
• Handle HR-related queries and perform any other ad-hoc duties as required.

Payroll Processing & Administration- around 30% of the time (supporting around 280 employees across 6 entities mostly located in Singapore)

• Own and manage the payroll process, including liaising with our payroll vendor to ensure the monthly payroll computations and ad-hoc payroll computations for new joiners and terminations are accurate and in compliance with Singapore and overseas labour laws and statutory requirements.
• Ensure the accuracy of payroll data by verifying data against supporting documents.
• Liaise and manage payroll vendors in overseas offices (e.g. Taiwan) to review and process payroll for overseas employees in compliance with local tax and labour laws. Check overseas payroll reports (e.gs. China).
• Handle monthly statutory submissions, including CPF, government paid leave, including national service leave, maternity leave, paternity leave, childcare leave, and other relevant obligations.
• Annual income tax preparation and declarations for employees in compliance with local tax regulations. This includes foreign employees’ tax clearance.
• Provide detailed monthly payroll reports to finance.
• Manage and oversee employee loan repayment, which could involve authorized deductions from employee salaries.
• Administer contracts and fees related to the company directors.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource, Business Administration or similar specialization.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on HR operations and is keen to pick up payroll processing that is part of this role. Added HR payroll processing/ managing payroll vendors is beneficial (but not a must)
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations and compliance for Singapore (mainly). Exposure to payroll matters for potential overseas locations is useful but not a must.
• Experience with payroll vendor migration and integration of HRIS to payroll system will be an advantage.
• Proactive, resourceful, highly organized, detail-oriented with excellent multitasking skills.
• Demonstrate high integrity standards in handling confidential and salary-related information.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments and with external vendors.
• Tech-savvy and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially MS Excel) and various technology tools for efficient work.
• System savvy. Prior experience with global HRIS systems, such as Workday or similar platforms, showcasing the ability to navigate and utilize these systems effectively is required.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, adapting to changes and challenges while maintaining efficiency and quality in work.
• Strong on multi-tasking

Selling pts:

• The co is a large shipping MNC with the global HQ based in Sgp
• The co allows a WFH arrangement 1 day per week. The role is based in town
• The co offers good var bonus for a good performer.

To apply, pl send your cv in word doc to resume@cap-cg.com. Pl also include details on your current salary, expected salary and notice period in your cv.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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CAP Consulting (EA license: 14C7175)

Caroline Poh (EA Registration: R1105649)

Date ad is posted - 8 June 2026

The Probe Product Engineer in STPG Product Engineering owns probe strategy and silicon learning at wafer test, spanning pre‑silicon design‑to‑probe staging, first‑silicon bring‑up, qualification, and high‑volume manufacturing (HVM).

This role is accountable for defining probe coverage intent, establishing limits and guard‑bands grounded in silicon behavior, and driving yield, quality, and test‑cost outcomes. The focus is on interpreting design intent, device operation, and process interactions, and translating product risk into robust, manufacturable probe strategies aligned with downstream test and customer requirements.

The engineer works closely with Design, DFT, Design Validation (DV), Process Integration, Backend Test, and Reliability teams to ensure probe solutions are technically sound, scalable, and product‑centric across the lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Probe Coverage Strategy & Ownership

• Define and own probe coverage intent by mapping design features, device behavior, and process risks into probe observability, screening mechanisms, trims, and guard‑bands.

• Define, release, and sustain probe test flows from first silicon through qualification and HVM, ensuring coverage objectives are met without unnecessary test overhead.

• Establish probe limits and guard‑bands based on silicon characterization, design intent, and customer specifications, with clear alignment to downstream test.

• Lead probe enablement for new product introductions (NPI) and technology ramps, identifying coverage and manufacturability risks early and driving mitigation plans.

Pre‑Silicon Design‑to‑Probe Staging & DFT Readiness

• Partner with Design, DFT, and DV teams during pre‑silicon phases to drive effective design‑to‑probe staging.

• Review and influence DFT architecture, test hooks, observability, redundancy, and trim structures to enable efficient and manufacturable probe coverage.

• Participate in pre‑silicon verification and simulation reviews to reduce first‑silicon debug risk.

• Define probe coverage intent early and ensure continuity from design features through probe and downstream test (shift‑left learning).

First Silicon Bring‑Up & Device Characterization

• Support first‑silicon bring‑up using engineering probe platforms and lab‑based characterization setups.

• Perform silicon and device‑level characterization (parametric behavior, margins, trims, stress response) to inform probe limits and screening strategy.

• Correlate early silicon behavior with probe results to validate coverage intent, identify gaps, and eliminate redundant content.

• Provide early silicon learning to accelerate probe flow stabilization and yield ramp.

Yield, Quality & Reliability Enablement

• Drive wafer‑level yield learning, bin definitions, and failure‑mode analysis at probe.

• Enable intrinsic and extrinsic screening strategies in collaboration with Reliability teams.

• Provide structured, data‑backed feedback to Fab, Process Integration, Design, and DV teams to close learning loops efficiently.

Test Efficiency & Cost Optimization

• Drive test efficiency improvements through coverage right‑sizing and flow optimization, aligned to product and market needs.

• Support wafer‑level speed (WLS) activities as part of broader probe optimization efforts.

• Balance coverage, yield, quality, and cost trade‑offs using silicon data and product risk understanding.

Data, Analytics & AI Enablement

• Leverage probe, inline, and reliability data for yield analysis, anomaly detection, and decision support.

• Contribute to AI/ML initiatives such as predictive probe, smart sampling, and test optimization.

• Apply data‑driven insights to continuously improve probe effectiveness and efficiency.

Artificial Intelligence

• Using, applying, and leveraging AI, identify opportunities to streamline workflows, optimize processes, and support innovation by incorporating AI-driven solutions and enabling data-driven decision-making across projects and teams

Experience Level & Entry Consideration

This role is open to both early‑career and experienced engineers, with leveling (GJS) aligned to technical depth, scope of ownership, and demonstrated impact.

• Fresh Bachelor’s/Master’s / PhD Graduates

• Strong fundamentals in semiconductor devices, circuits, physics, or process technology.

• Academic, research, or internship exposure to silicon behavior, characterization, variability, reliability, or design analysis.

• Will grow into full probe ownership with mentorship, focusing on device, design, and process understanding.

• Experienced Engineers (Eligible for Higher GJS)

• Prior experience in product engineering, device engineering, process integration, silicon characterization, or design‑facing roles.

• Demonstrated ownership of first‑silicon learning, qualification strategy, yield mechanisms, or cross‑functional technical trade‑offs.

• Comfortable influencing upstream and downstream teams through technical insight and silicon‑based decision‑making.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s degree, or Phd in Electrical / Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering (with strong hardware, circuits, or semiconductor focus), Semiconductor Physics, or related field.

• Strong fundamentals in semiconductor devices, wafer test, and product engineering.

• Demonstrated ability to use silicon behavior and characterization data to make informed probe, yield, and coverage decisions.

• Experience or strong interest in silicon learning, device behavior, yield mechanisms, DFT intent, or design‑to‑manufacturing integration.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to drive structured root‑cause analysis.

• Effective communication skills and ability to work across global, cross‑functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NAND / memory products.

• Experience working directly with Design, Process Integration, or Device teams to resolve silicon or product issues.

• Exposure to probe flow optimization, yield learning, or test cost reduction.

• Familiarity with DFT verification, reliability screening, or test correlation methodologies.

• Experience with Python, SQL, JMP, or data / ML tools.

• Demonstrated ability to independently drive complex technical problems from concept through execution.

Career Growth & Impact

• Direct ownership of probe strategy and quality outcomes across the product lifecycle.

• Exposure to advanced technology nodes, customer‑driven requirements, and large‑scale manufacturing systems.

• Clear growth paths across senior technical contributor, product leadership, or people management tracks within STPG Product Engineering.

We are looking for an Senior Engineer in Product Engineering, NAND Validation/Characterization, specializing in functional and design validation. Experienced in simulation‑based validation, failure analysis, and cross‑functional issue closure. Strong focus on automation, data‑driven validation, and applied AI/ML techniques to improve test efficiency, coverage, and debug productivity.

This role focuses on building scalable, reusable, and automated test program frameworks, including AI/ML‑driven initiatives, to support both deterministic validation flows and pseudo‑random validation (RSG – Random Sequence Generator). You will play a key role in architecting the backbone of Verilog test programs—enabling efficient development, execution, debug, and reuse across multiple products and technology nodes. Validation scope includes NAND datasheet commands, features, interfaces, and customer‑mode operations on silicon platforms. When device issues are uncovered, you will perform deep failure analysis, drive root‑cause identification, and collaborate closely with Design, Application Engineering, Product, System, and Validation teams to ensure timely issue closure and infrastructure readiness for product release.

If you are looking for a technically challenging, high‑impact, and collaborative role, STPG Product Engineering (FDV‑Verilog) offers the opportunity to work on leading‑edge NAND technologies with strong ownership and visibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Designed and executed functional and design validation flows for advanced RG NAND devices using simulation platforms

• Developed  deterministic usage‑case tests and random sequence generators to validate NAND commands and customer‑mode features

• Performed detailed failure analysis of issues seen, root‑cause investigations (including digital and analog circuitry), and drove issue resolution with cross-functional teams

• Implemented  automation frameworks using C‑based programming, Python, and Perl to improve test development and execution efficiency

• Applied  AI/ML‑assisted techniques (data analytics, pattern recognition, anomaly detection) to:

• Accelerate failure triage and root‑cause analysis

• Identify validation coverage gaps

• Improve random sequence effectiveness and debug prioritization

• Utilized data‑driven methods and dashboards to track validation progress, defect trends, and release readiness

• For senior engineer, need to have at least 3–5 years of relevant professional working experience in a similar or related engineering role.

Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline

• Strong interest in design validation, characterization, and product engineering

• Proficiency in software development and scripting (e.g., C/C++, Perl, Python)

• Ability to apply AI/ML for test analytics and defect pattern analysis

• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills, with careful attention to root cause analysis

• Effective communication skills in written and spoken English, including documentation and presentation

• Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a fast‑paced development environment

• Proactive mindset toward continuous improvement and self‑development
  

  Performs hardware, software, semiconductor design or telecomm engineering assignments. This job mapping should be used only if the position cannot be mapped specifically to other design/development engineering jobs.

Founded in 1884, Bulgari’s name has today become emblematic of Italian excellence. Perfectly blending tradition and modernity, Bulgari uses its rich history to inspire audacious designs and produce truly colorful creations making us unique.

Part of LVMH Group, Bulgari offers a multitude of positions and activities around the world. Endless possibilities and dynamic career opportunities are available for both experienced professionals and recent graduates. At Bulgari, you are encouraged to demonstrate your potential by pursuing the career direction that suits your natural talents.

BVLGARI is looking for a Procurement Leader to join our dynamic team here in Singapore, driving the development of the organization and its systems while championing analysis, efficiency in spending and sourcing for key projects.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategy and Sourcing Management

• Implementation of local sourcing and purchasing strategies based on business objectives and translate them into initiatives and action plans
• Responsible for negotiation of commercial conditions with suppliers (quantitative and qualitative deliverables) in line with economic targets, respecting legal requirements and regulations
• Managing action plans’ execution to improve the purchasing processes, methods, and tools implementation.

Supplier Relationship Performance Management (SRPM)

• Evaluation of suppliers based on performance metrics such as quality of goods/services provided, adherence to delivery schedules, cost-effectiveness.
• Maintaining supplier scorecards, historical performance, and consolidated risk dashboard.
• Review agreements with suppliers.
• Cooperate to strengthen the relationship with the supplier and help on administrative matters where possible.

Systems and S2P (Source-to-Pay)

• Reviewer of the purchase orders in the system monitoring the correctness/completeness of the documentation and the consistency with the company procedures.
• Ensuring that all steps of the S2P cycle are efficient and compliant with company policies.
• Proc. System (IVALUA) procurement regional administrator role.
• Proc. System (IVALUA) regional vendor creation and bidding processes administrator.

Budgeting

• Monitoring of the sourcing and purchasing process for budget analysis.
• Supporting the Business controllers with analysis.

Compliance and Training

• Coordinates suppliers’ compliance requirements arising from multiple stakeholders (F&A, Internal Control, CSR, Ethics and Compliance).
• Managing local training and mentoring on systems and procedures
• Providing suppliers’ onboarding and induction on our systems.

PROFILE

• Recognized university degree in business or equivalent
• Fluent English, Thai and/or Vietnamese and/or Mandarin a plus
• Must have at least 10+ years’ experience
• Proven ability to work with a decentralized team
• Preferably background from Jewelry/watches or luxury fashion or retail industry
• Experience with SAP, Source-To-Pay tool, and Spend Management tools preferred
• Financial/Credit Risk Management principles and techniques
• Ability to navigate different regulatory environments
• Integrity & Trust
• Good analysis skills
• Business Awareness
• Able to work under pressure and strive to deliver results

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Bulgari is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate individuality and pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people feel involved, respected, valued, connected, and heard. A place where anyone/everyone belongs.

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.

As the Director, F10 Advance Technology Singapore, Advance Technology Integration at Micron Technology, Inc., you will be responsible for driving improvements and breakthroughs to technology integration, delivering industry benchmark technology integration solution including CMOS device, Cell engineering, structure integration engineering, and new product introduction. Managing the execution of global business processes in the unit process areas of responsibility. You will execute to this by focusing on manufacturing big rock performance optimization, and ensure priorities are aligned to Micron business plan and Strategic Objective requirements across manufacturing sites.

Your objective is to leverage global internal and external resources to define and enable technology roadmaps, execute business processes, and drive network integration alignment to achieve world-class manufacturing performances. Examples include leveraging collaboration with process & equipment to integrate from structural, device, as well as reliability, drive yield improvement, reliability development, process margin optimization, thru-put optimization, cash cost optimization, and continuous improvement project prioritization and execution to project timelines.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Drive improvements in advance technology Integration development, and collaborate with advance process and equipment team to develop a technology from taking over from R&D to mass production

• Drive integrated solution strategizing yield development, CMOS device development, Reliability development and qualification requirement.

• Drive Yield improvement, achieve best in class TTMCY (time to mature yield) for new technology

• Manage new product Qualification Planning, coordination, and problem resolution.  Collaborate with the Product Engineering/FAB/Global Quality/Business Units (PE/FAB/GQ/BU) teams to ensure critical product milestones are met.

• Interface with TD to deliver Best in class NAND CMOS performance with high speed to support AI, data center etc.

• Interface with TD cell team and reliability team to deliver world class NAND cell process, resolve qualification issues.

• Deliver Industry Benchmark Methods at the Lowest Cost in Your Area(s) of Responsibility

• Execute quarterly internal benchmarking to identify gaps in performance for your area(s) of responsibility. Prioritize those gaps to meet site and corporate business plan needs, and focus resources (internally across network and/or externally with Suppliers) to close the gaps.

• Manage stage gate process and new product introduction.

Demonstrate Leadership

• Embrace benchmarking and deliver strategies to close the gaps.

• Challenge complacency and do not let market conditions give a false sense of reality.

• Understand the competitor’s culture, mindset and capabilities.

• Ignite passion in people to achieve the impossible.

• Dare to set high targets, expect innovation and breakthroughs.

• Give honest, tough, but productive feedback to the team, and be willing to receive it yourself.

• Challenge others and be willing to stand for something.

• Have the courage to turn a crisis into an opportunity.

• Lead from the front and lead by example.

• Cultivate a habit of winning. Winning breed’s confidence.

• Find top talent willing to take risk and support them in doing the exceptional.

• Develop teams and team members to enable them to reach their full potential and reward them accordingly.

• Support team members with coaches and mentors who push TM outside their comfort zone.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a proven ability to collaborate globally and influence by indirect leadership in order to drive resourcing to critical projects across Micron.

• Applicants must have a proven capability in dealing with complexity and an ability to utilize resources effectively to bring clarity to required actions.

• Applicants must hold a record of performance excellence for current area of responsibility; and are recognized as having demonstrated successful leadership characteristics both in present and past jobs.

• Applicants are viewed by current reports as an excellent mentor, team builder and motivator.

• Applicants must have demonstrated the ability to solve problems across multi-functional groups, both within and outside their department/Site.

• Applicants must have experience managing large, multi-layer groups that encompass a variety of disciplines.

• Applicants must have proficiency in managing through systems, informing, organizational agility, dealing with ambiguity, and listening. They must show that they are a champion of Micron Values and core competencies

Education Required

Bachelor's Degree in science, engineering, technology or related field of study

Experience Required

10+ years experience in semiconductor manufacturing industry, and 4+ years at any of the following levels

• Management/Leadership at or above Senior Manager

• Technical experience above Member of Technical Staff (MTS) equivalent

Micron Technology Inc. is a Fortune 500 company & employs about 45,000 workers worldwide, with HQ in Boise, ID. Micron offers the industry’s broadest portfolio of memory solutions—starting with foundational DRAM, NAND, and NOR Flash memory, extending to SSDs, MCPs, HMCs, and other memory-based systems. Micron is expanding and now starting full-fledged NAND research and development in Singapore co-locating with high volume manufacturing to speed up innovation. Micron has several world class SSD products (NAND) which have revolutionized speed feeding into GPU’s for superior AI performance and achieving blazing fast performance for gaming and pro workloads. Micron is one of the most prolific patent applicants in the world with 60,000 patents granted and still growing.

As a Staff/Principal Engineer, you will be a part of groundbreaking next generation NAND research & development dry etch team driving critical modules listed below. The position promises ample opportunities for innovation, collaboration and testing a new dimension and scaling with next generation NAND. You will work directly with process integration and other process areas such as Wet etch, CVD, Diffusion, Metals, Lithography & Dry Etch. You will be involved with innovative and outstanding dry etch chambers & own the process roadmap to meet program and yield goals. Your responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Main Responsibilities:

• As a CMP Process Development Engineer, you will develop and optimize chemical mechanical planarization procedures. These procedures aim to improve product quality and reliability for the next generation of Micron's memory parts.

• Focus on understanding and improving the process margins required for meeting the mature yield goal for 3D NAND parts

• Advanced 3D NAND CMP process development will include performing fundamental research, consumables development, and hardware evaluation, as well as testing processes for novel applications

• Initiate and manage experiments to widen process margins as well as to evaluate manufacturability of next node solutions

• Extensively collaborate with vendors to develop processes that meet integration requirements for current and next-generation 3-D NAND nodes

• Incorporate best known manufacturing methods into early development phase of upcoming nodes

• Design and implement advanced process monitoring and control methodologies

• Provide strategic roadmap for N+, N++ and future NAND Nodes

• Serve as a technical expert within Micron contributing to technical projects for improvements to processes, procedures, and equipment

• Define and leads complex, multi-functional projects of critical importance to Micron, helps to define strategic direction

• Provide advice and counsel to management on significant technical issues. Leads and initiate innovation projects through patents/technical papers

• This position requires communication and collaboration with partners both locally and globally. Strict adherence to Micron Intellectual Property Protection policy is necessary

Other Responsibilities:

• Mentor new hires and less experienced team members on CMP fundamentals, process development, and Micron systems

• Engage with Procurement & Operations Central Teams and other partners both locally and globally pushing for breakthrough solutions

• As a technical expert, lead or drive team or sites on complex, multi-disciplinary projects in quality focused meetings, process and yield improvement meetings, cost, and productivity improvement meetings

Artificial Intelligence

• Using, applying, and leveraging AI, identify opportunities to streamline workflows, optimize processes, and support innovation by incorporating AI-driven solutions and enabling data-driven decision-making across projects and teams

Education/Job requirements:

• Masters /PhD with 5-10 years or Bachelors degree with 7-12 years of relevant working experience in the semiconductor industry with a background in Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) Process in 300mm wafer fabrication

Must Have Technical Skills

• Hands-on experience CMP equipment operation such as AMAT (LKP), EBARA-300X and next generation CMP equipment, optical metrology, profilometry, polishing slurries, conditioners, and polishing pads

• Experience in dielectrics/metals CMP process development on 3D NAND or other memory technology

• Understanding of various integration and structural impacts and constraints related to film deposition and other upstream/downstream processes

Must Have Soft Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to convey the message in concise and effective manner both in local as well as remote communications.

• Strong collaboration and communication skills (verbal and written).

• Self-driven, adaptable, and able to manage multiple projects.            

• Proven ability to take calculated risks and execute novel solutions.

• Recognized as a mentor, team player and technical expert with the ability to solicit feedback, accept input, and analyze success/failure.

Highly Desirable/Preferred skills or experience

• An understanding of the general process steps and process flow for memory processing planar and vertical NAND memory.

• Strong interest in Data science, modelling, and drive to use/adopt AI to optimize workflows.

Role Summary

As a Senior Member of Technical Staff (SMTS), you are a module‑level CMP technical authority, responsible for defining CMP technical direction, leading FOAK developments, and driving cross‑functional execution across NAND nodes. As a SMTS (Senior Member of Technical Staff), you will be a part of revolutionary Next Generation NAND research & development CMP team driving Advanced NAND and CMP technology forward. The position promises ample opportunities for innovation, collaboration and testing a new dimension and scaling with Next Generation NAND. A SMTS CMP Engineer is a senior individual contributor responsible for defining, developing, and transferring advanced CMP processes for Micron NAND technologies. You will work directly with process integration and other process areas such as Wet Etch, CVD, Diffusion, Metals, Lithography & Dry Etch. You will work on state of the art and best in class CMP chambers & own the process roadmap to meet program and yield goals.

Main Responsibilities

• Own and lead key NAND CMP process modules, translating technology challenges into executable roadmaps across current and future nodes

• Drive cross‑functional execution across Technology Development, Process Integration, Manufacturing, and Equipment teams

• Lead FOAK CMP process development, including recipe architecture, control strategies, and integration alignment

• Ensure process robustness and manufacturability through run‑to‑run controls, SPC, qualification execution, and risk mitigation

• Resolve complex yield, defectivity, and integration issues using model‑based and data‑driven problem solving

• Define and execute process‑level hardware strategies in collaboration with equipment suppliers

• Act as a CMP technical leader, mentoring engineers, influencing adjacent process roadmaps, and communicating technology status and plans to senior stakeholders

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Other Responsibilities

• Mentor engineers through structured development; build SME pipelines; publish internal papers/BKMs and present to senior leadership; uphold Micron’s technical leadership expectations

• Integrates AI assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness, exercising sound judgment and complying with organizational standards and legal requirements.

• Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI enabled enhancements within one’s scope of work.

Candidate Profile

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

• PhD ≥12 yrs, or Master’s ≥15 yrs, of relevant experience in
  Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field,

• Experience in CMP Process Development

• Deep expertise in CMP chemistry, physics, and integration

• Publications/patents and strong record of technical contributions.

Must-Have Technical Skills

• In‑depth expertise in CMP fundamentals, including pad–slurry–wafer interactions, slurry chemistry at a mechanistic level, and pattern density/layout effects

• Strong understanding of multiple CMP process types (e.g., metal, dielectric, barrier/hardmask, poly‑Si/Si CMP)

• Extensive hands‑on experience with advanced 300 mm CMP OEM platforms, including driving hardware capability, throughput, and cost improvements

• Proven expertise in statistical process control (SPC), data analysis, and qualification methodologies

• Ability to independently drive complex technical execution, resolve yield and defectivity issues, and influence cross‑functional teams

Must-Have Soft Skills

• Demonstrated technical leadership in problem solving, with experience leading complex or multi‑disciplinary technical projects

• Strong ability to influence without authority across process integration, equipment, and manufacturing teams

• Clear and structured technical communication skills, including written documentation and stakeholder updates

• Strong analytical mindset with disciplined, data‑driven decision making

Embody Micron’s core values:

• People – Respect, develop and empower others

• Innovation – Drive continuous improvement and breakthrough thinking

• Tenacity – Show grit and determination

• Collaboration – Build trust and foster teamwork

• Customer Focus – Deliver excellence and value

Responsibilities: 

• Develop and optimize unit processes to meet the yield and quality requirements of advanced NAND part type 

• Quantify benefits of innovative process and/or equipment solutions to enable early experimentation and adoption for process margin improvement Prioritize within Singapore based manufacturing Wet Etch team on the key technology issues that need TD breakthroughs. 

• Integrate and troubleshoot processes as part of cross-functional teams driving yield and quality improvement Participate with Boise TD Wet Etch peers on technology choices for the upcoming nodes and able to translate future technology device needs into clear process requirements 

• Process development will include performing fundamental research, hardware evaluations, as well as testing processes for novel applications and generating intellectual property relevant to Micron. 

• Initiate and manage experiments to widen process margins as well as to test out manufacturability of next node solutions 

• Identify process simplification opportunities and drive cross functional teams in implementation Incorporate best known manufacturing methods into early development phase of upcoming nodes. 

• Design and implement advanced process monitoring and control methodologies. 

• Serve as a technical expert within Micron contributing to technical projects for improvements to processes, procedures and equipment. 

• Lead team or sites or suppliers on complex, multi-disciplinary projects in quality focused meetings, process and yield improvement meetings, cost and productivity improvement meetings 

• Provide advice and counsel to management on significant technical issues. Leads and initiate innovation projects through patents/technical papers. 

• This position requires communication and collaboration with partners both locally and globally. 

• Strict adherence to Micron Intellectual Property protection policy is a must. 

• Be part of the continuous worldwide TD engagement with suppliers pushing for breakthrough solutions. 

Requirements: 

• Masters/PhD graduates in Materials Science, Chemical/Microelectronic Engineering or Chemistry are welcome to apply. 

• 2-3 years of semiconductor industry experience is preferable 

• A deep understanding of chemistry, chemical kinetics, thermodynamics and mass transport 

• Basic understanding of films and interface engineering and analysis techniques thereof – SIMS, XPS, EDX, SEM/TEM, FTIR. Understanding of various integration and structural impacts and constraints related to wet etch processes. 

• An understanding of the general process steps and process flow for memory processing, planar and vertical NAND memory in particular. 

• Working knowledge of data analysis systems e.g.: Y3 to facilitate analysis of experimental data 

• Working knowledge of Design of Experiments (DoE) Proven ability to collaborate with local and overseas teams on projects 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to convey the message in concise and effective manner both in local as well as remote communications. 

• Ability to be a self-motivated individual and be adaptable to Micron’s changing needs in terms of working extended hours, if required Proven ability to work in a demanding & dynamic environment and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously 

• Ability to travel for extended periods of time and stay at Boise TD for 2-4 months at a stretch to work on technology development. 

• Demonstrates the ability in applying AI tools to enhance workflows, improve efficiency, and support data-informed decision across team and projects

The Probe Product Engineer in STPG Product Engineering owns probe strategy and silicon learning at wafer test, spanning pre‑silicon design‑to‑probe staging, first‑silicon bring‑up, qualification, and high‑volume manufacturing (HVM).

This role is accountable for defining probe coverage intent, establishing limits and guard‑bands grounded in silicon behavior, and driving yield, quality, and test‑cost outcomes. The focus is on interpreting design intent, device operation, and process interactions, and translating product risk into robust, manufacturable probe strategies aligned with downstream test and customer requirements.

The engineer works closely with Design, DFT, Design Validation (DV), Process Integration, Backend Test, and Reliability teams to ensure probe solutions are technically sound, scalable, and product‑centric across the lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Probe Coverage Strategy & Ownership

• Define and own probe coverage intent by mapping design features, device behavior, and process risks into probe observability, screening mechanisms, trims, and guard‑bands.

• Define, release, and sustain probe test flows from first silicon through qualification and HVM, ensuring coverage objectives are met without unnecessary test overhead.

• Establish probe limits and guard‑bands based on silicon characterization, design intent, and customer specifications, with clear alignment to downstream test.

• Lead probe enablement for new product introductions (NPI) and technology ramps, identifying coverage and manufacturability risks early and driving mitigation plans.

Pre‑Silicon Design‑to‑Probe Staging & DFT Readiness

• Partner with Design, DFT, and DV teams during pre‑silicon phases to drive effective design‑to‑probe staging.

• Review and influence DFT architecture, test hooks, observability, redundancy, and trim structures to enable efficient and manufacturable probe coverage.

• Participate in pre‑silicon verification and simulation reviews to reduce first‑silicon debug risk.

• Define probe coverage intent early and ensure continuity from design features through probe and downstream test (shift‑left learning).

First Silicon Bring‑Up & Device Characterization

• Support first‑silicon bring‑up using engineering probe platforms and lab‑based characterization setups.

• Perform silicon and device‑level characterization (parametric behavior, margins, trims, stress response) to inform probe limits and screening strategy.

• Correlate early silicon behavior with probe results to validate coverage intent, identify gaps, and eliminate redundant content.

• Provide early silicon learning to accelerate probe flow stabilization and yield ramp.

Yield, Quality & Reliability Enablement

• Drive wafer‑level yield learning, bin definitions, and failure‑mode analysis at probe.

• Enable intrinsic and extrinsic screening strategies in collaboration with Reliability teams.

• Provide structured, data‑backed feedback to Fab, Process Integration, Design, and DV teams to close learning loops efficiently.

Test Efficiency & Cost Optimization

• Drive test efficiency improvements through coverage right‑sizing and flow optimization, aligned to product and market needs.

• Support wafer‑level speed (WLS) activities as part of broader probe optimization efforts.

• Balance coverage, yield, quality, and cost trade‑offs using silicon data and product risk understanding.

Data, Analytics & AI Enablement

• Leverage probe, inline, and reliability data for yield analysis, anomaly detection, and decision support.

• Contribute to AI/ML initiatives such as predictive probe, smart sampling, and test optimization.

• Apply data‑driven insights to continuously improve probe effectiveness and efficiency.

Artificial Intelligence

• Using, applying, and leveraging AI, identify opportunities to streamline workflows, optimize processes, and support innovation by incorporating AI-driven solutions and enabling data-driven decision-making across projects and teams

Experience Level & Entry Consideration

This role is open to both early‑career and experienced engineers, with leveling (GJS) aligned to technical depth, scope of ownership, and demonstrated impact.

• Fresh Bachelor’s/Master’s / PhD Graduates

• Strong fundamentals in semiconductor devices, circuits, physics, or process technology.

• Academic, research, or internship exposure to silicon behavior, characterization, variability, reliability, or design analysis.

• Will grow into full probe ownership with mentorship, focusing on device, design, and process understanding.

• Experienced Engineers (Eligible for Higher GJS)

• Prior experience in product engineering, device engineering, process integration, silicon characterization, or design‑facing roles.

• Demonstrated ownership of first‑silicon learning, qualification strategy, yield mechanisms, or cross‑functional technical trade‑offs.

• Comfortable influencing upstream and downstream teams through technical insight and silicon‑based decision‑making.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s degree, or Phd in Electrical / Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering (with strong hardware, circuits, or semiconductor focus), Semiconductor Physics, or related field.

• Strong fundamentals in semiconductor devices, wafer test, and product engineering.

• Demonstrated ability to use silicon behavior and characterization data to make informed probe, yield, and coverage decisions.

• Experience or strong interest in silicon learning, device behavior, yield mechanisms, DFT intent, or design‑to‑manufacturing integration.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to drive structured root‑cause analysis.

• Effective communication skills and ability to work across global, cross‑functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NAND / memory products.

• Experience working directly with Design, Process Integration, or Device teams to resolve silicon or product issues.

• Exposure to probe flow optimization, yield learning, or test cost reduction.

• Familiarity with DFT verification, reliability screening, or test correlation methodologies.

• Experience with Python, SQL, JMP, or data / ML tools.

• Demonstrated ability to independently drive complex technical problems from concept through execution.

Career Growth & Impact

• Direct ownership of probe strategy and quality outcomes across the product lifecycle.

• Exposure to advanced technology nodes, customer‑driven requirements, and large‑scale manufacturing systems.

• Clear growth paths across senior technical contributor, product leadership, or people management tracks within STPG Product Engineering.
  

  Performs hardware, software, semiconductor design or telecomm engineering assignments. This job mapping should be used only if the position cannot be mapped specifically to other design/development engineering jobs.

As a Process Engineer you will be primarily responsible for starting up, developing and optimizing processes to improve product quality and reliability, working on process yield improvement, cost reduction, productivity improvement and risk management as well as resolving manufacturing line problems. You will also be required to identify, diagnose and resolve assembly process related problems by applying failure analysis, FMEA, 8D or SPC/FDC methodology. Additional responsibilities include coordinating and carrying out process, equipment and material evaluation/optimization to implement changes at process step, leading and participating in yield improvement and cost reduction activities, handling new process baseline qualifications and managing, auditing and liaising with material suppliers to achieve quality, cost and risk management objectives.

Job Description

Micron’s NAND Process Development (PD) Singapore group is looking for process development engineer to support TD activities associated with rapid deployment of technology nodes, the process margin improvement work necessitated thereof as well as to ensure extended engagement with manufacturing on the upcoming technology nodes.

Responsibilities

• Process module ownership involving Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) process characterization and advanced process development for 3D NAND and beyond.

• Work with process development engineers in Singapore and Boise, US TD site and vendors to develop processes that meet integration requirements for next-generation 3-D NAND nodes.

• Transfer CMP processes to high volume manufacturing (Fab10N), and work on continuous improvements to manufacturability.

• Address process issues working with Fab10N team and with key business partners on tool choices for manufacturing, evaluations etc., as applicable.

• Focus on understanding and improving the process margins required for meeting the mature yield goal for 3D NAND parts.

• Advanced 3D NAND CMP process development will include performing fundamental research, consumables development, and hardware evaluation, as well as testing processes for novel applications.

• Initiate and manage experiments to widen process margins as well as to test out manufacturability of next node solutions

• Identify process simplification opportunities and drive multi-functional teams in implementation

• Incorporate best known manufacturing methods into early development phase of upcoming nodes.

• Design and implement advanced process monitoring and control methodologies.

• Serve as a technical expert within Micron contributing to technical projects for improvements to processes, procedures and equipment.

• Define and leads complex, multi-functional projects of critical importance to Micron, helps to define strategic direction.

• Lead team or sites or suppliers on complex, multi-disciplinary projects in quality focused meetings, process and yield improvement meetings, cost and productivity improvement meetings

• Provide advice and counsel to management on significant technical issues. Leads and initiate innovation projects through patents/technical papers.

• This position requires communications and collaboration with partners both locally and globally.  Strict alignment to Micron Intellectual Property protection policy is a must.

• Be part of the continuous worldwide TD engagement with suppliers pushing for breakthrough solutions.

• Using, applying, and leveraging AI, identify opportunities to streamline workflows, optimize processes, and support innovation by incorporating AI-driven solutions and enabling data-driven decision-making across projects and teams

Requirements

• Bachelors’/Masters in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or Physics with minimum 5 years hands-on experience in groundbreaking CMP polishing equipment such as AMAT or EBARA, or

• PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or Physics.

• Lead and mentor CMP engineers early in their careers while driving technical excellence.

• Build, lead, grow a capable CMP team for NAND technology development

• Excellent problem-solving skills and critical decision making

• Working knowledge of data analysis systems e.g.: Y3 to facilitate analysis of experimental data

• Working knowledge of Design of Experiments (DoE)

• Proven ability to collaborate with local and overseas teams on projects

• Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to convey the message in concise and effective manner both in local as well as remote communications.

• Proven ability to work in a demanding & dynamic environment and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously

The Senior Engineer supports photolithography process development for advanced memory technologies through hands‑on experimentation, data analysis, and yield improvement activities. This role focuses on execution excellence, disciplined learning, and collaboration, operating under guidance from senior technical leaders. Success in this role requires strong fundamentals in photolithography, analytical rigor, and the ability to translate experimental data into actionable insights. 

Main Responsibilities 

• Execute photolithography process development, optimization, and troubleshooting tasks in support of yield, quality, and performance targets. 

• Perform DOE, SPC, and statistical analysis to characterize process behavior and identify improvement opportunities. 

• Support material evaluations, defect learning, overlay analysis, and process window characterization. 

• Assist with integration learning during development and early manufacturing ramps. 

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including integration, etch, metrology, and yield engineering. 

Other Responsibilities 

• Document experimental procedures, results, and learnings in technical reports and presentations. 

• Support technology transfer activities under direction of senior engineers. 

• Integrates AI‑assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness, exercising sound judgment and complying with organizational standards and legal requirements. 

• Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI‑enabled enhancements within one’s scope of work. 

Candidate Profile 

Minimum Qualifications / Experience 

• PhD, or Master’s ≥3 yrs, or Bachelor’s ≥5 yrs of relevant experience in 
  Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field, with foundational experience in semiconductor photolithography process development. 

Must‑Have Technical Skills 

• Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to photolithography process development initiatives and improvement plans. 

• Deep knowledge in optics, immersion lithography, polarized illumination, and low k1 imaging  

• Proficiency in lithography simulation tools, material characterization, DOE, SPC, and basic statistical data analysis 

Must‑Have Soft Skills 

• Analytical thinking and structured problem‑solving 

• Collaboration and openness to learning 

• Clear technical communication 

• Project Management; especially in technical & technology programs  

• Demonstrates ability in applying AI tools to improve workflows, drive efficiency, and support data-informed decisions across teams and projects.

Highly Desirable / Preferred 

• Exposure to advanced lithography (193nm, 248nm, 365nm) and EUV processes 

• Hands-on experience with innovative photolithography equipment and metrology tools 

Embody Micron’s core values: 

• People – Respect, develop and empower others  

• Innovation – Drive continuous improvement and breakthrough thinking  

• Tenacity – Show grit and determination  

• Collaboration – Build trust and foster teamwork  

• Customer Focus – Deliver excellence and value 

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Role Summary

The DMTS is a recognized expert inside and outside Micron, shaping the technical vision for cell film processes with influence across top-level organizational boundaries, leading programs spanning the engineering group, driving breakthroughs, influencing industry/cross-disciplinary teams, and mentoring senior technical leaders to guide critical roadmap decisions. Owns and updates the cell film process technology roadmap; drives external collaborations and benchmarking; prepares high-impact technical deliverables (presentations/white papers/patent filings); guides investment and prioritization decisions.

Main Responsibilities

• Serve as the CMP technical authority for NAND technology development, defining long‑term technology and equipment strategies

• Architect and drive next‑generation CMP process innovation, including FOAK developments, recipe architecture, and integration alignment

• Lead resolution of the most complex yield, defectivity, and integration challenges through deep CMP process, materials, and layout expertise

• Define and execute CMP hardware and supplier roadmaps, translating industry benchmarking and external insights into internal advantage

• Provide forward‑looking technical leadership, identifying scaling risks early and driving proactive mitigation strategies

• Drive cross‑functional execution across Technology Development, Process Integration, Manufacturing, and Equipment teams

• Mentor senior engineers and strengthen CMP technical capability across the organization

• Represent Micron CMP in cross‑site and external technical forums, and communicate technology roadmaps to senior leadership

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Other Responsibilities

• Prepare high-impact technical presentations, white papers, and patent filings; initiate strategic collaborations with external partners (universities/research institutes).

• Integrates AI assisted tools and insights into daily work to improve efficiency, quality, or effectiveness, exercising sound judgment and complying with organizational standards and legal requirements.

• Contributes to a culture of continuous improvement by identifying, testing, and sharing AI enabled enhancements within one’s scope of work.

Candidate Profile

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

• PhD ≥15 yrs, or Master’s ≥17 yrs, of relevant experience in
  Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field,

• Experience in CMP process development within an R&D environment (NAND, DRAM, or Logic), including proven transfer to manufacturing

• Publications/patents and strong record of technical contributions.

Must-Have Technical Skills

• Deep expertise in CMP fundamentals, including pad–slurry–wafer interactions, mechanistic slurry chemistry, and pattern density/layout effects

• Broad understanding of multiple CMP process types, including metal, dielectric, barrier/hardmask, and poly‑Si/Si CMP

• Extensive hands‑on experience with advanced 300 mm CMP OEM platforms, including driving hardware roadmap decisions to improve capability, throughput, and cost efficiency

• Strong command of statistical process control (SPC), data analysis, and process qualification methodologies

• Proven ability to lead supplier technical reviews and head‑to‑head evaluations to advance CMP capability

Must-Have Soft Skills

• Demonstrated technical leadership in complex problem solving, including experience leading high‑impact technical programs or projects

• Ability to independently drive execution and influence cross‑functional teams across process, integration, equipment, and manufacturing organizations

• Strong analytical and structured thinking, with disciplined, data‑driven decision making

• Clear and effective technical communication skills, including executive‑level updates and stakeholder engagement

Embody Micron’s core values:

• People – Respect, develop and empower others

• Innovation – Drive continuous improvement and breakthrough thinking

• Tenacity – Show grit and determination

• Collaboration – Build trust and foster teamwork

• Customer Focus – Deliver excellence and value

The Probe Product Engineer in STPG Product Engineering owns probe strategy and silicon learning at wafer test, spanning pre‑silicon design‑to‑probe staging, first‑silicon bring‑up, qualification, and high‑volume manufacturing (HVM).

This role is accountable for defining probe coverage intent, establishing limits and guard‑bands grounded in silicon behavior, and driving yield, quality, and test‑cost outcomes. The focus is on interpreting design intent, device operation, and process interactions, and translating product risk into robust, manufacturable probe strategies aligned with downstream test and customer requirements.

The engineer works closely with Design, DFT, Design Validation (DV), Process Integration, Backend Test, and Reliability teams to ensure probe solutions are technically sound, scalable, and product‑centric across the lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Probe Coverage Strategy & Ownership

• Define and own probe coverage intent by mapping design features, device behavior, and process risks into probe observability, screening mechanisms, trims, and guard‑bands.

• Define, release, and sustain probe test flows from first silicon through qualification and HVM, ensuring coverage objectives are met without unnecessary test overhead.

• Establish probe limits and guard‑bands based on silicon characterization, design intent, and customer specifications, with clear alignment to downstream test.

• Lead probe enablement for new product introductions (NPI) and technology ramps, identifying coverage and manufacturability risks early and driving mitigation plans.

Pre‑Silicon Design‑to‑Probe Staging & DFT Readiness

• Partner with Design, DFT, and DV teams during pre‑silicon phases to drive effective design‑to‑probe staging.

• Review and influence DFT architecture, test hooks, observability, redundancy, and trim structures to enable efficient and manufacturable probe coverage.

• Participate in pre‑silicon verification and simulation reviews to reduce first‑silicon debug risk.

• Define probe coverage intent early and ensure continuity from design features through probe and downstream test (shift‑left learning).

First Silicon Bring‑Up & Device Characterization

• Support first‑silicon bring‑up using engineering probe platforms and lab‑based characterization setups.

• Perform silicon and device‑level characterization (parametric behavior, margins, trims, stress response) to inform probe limits and screening strategy.

• Correlate early silicon behavior with probe results to validate coverage intent, identify gaps, and eliminate redundant content.

• Provide early silicon learning to accelerate probe flow stabilization and yield ramp.

Yield, Quality & Reliability Enablement

• Drive wafer‑level yield learning, bin definitions, and failure‑mode analysis at probe.

• Enable intrinsic and extrinsic screening strategies in collaboration with Reliability teams.

• Provide structured, data‑backed feedback to Fab, Process Integration, Design, and DV teams to close learning loops efficiently.

Test Efficiency & Cost Optimization

• Drive test efficiency improvements through coverage right‑sizing and flow optimization, aligned to product and market needs.

• Support wafer‑level speed (WLS) activities as part of broader probe optimization efforts.

• Balance coverage, yield, quality, and cost trade‑offs using silicon data and product risk understanding.

Data, Analytics & AI Enablement

• Leverage probe, inline, and reliability data for yield analysis, anomaly detection, and decision support.

• Contribute to AI/ML initiatives such as predictive probe, smart sampling, and test optimization.

• Apply data‑driven insights to continuously improve probe effectiveness and efficiency.

Artificial Intelligence

• Using, applying, and leveraging AI, identify opportunities to streamline workflows, optimize processes, and support innovation by incorporating AI-driven solutions and enabling data-driven decision-making across projects and teams

Experience Level & Entry Consideration

This role is open to both early‑career and experienced engineers, with leveling (GJS) aligned to technical depth, scope of ownership, and demonstrated impact.

• Fresh Bachelor’s/Master’s / PhD Graduates

• Strong fundamentals in semiconductor devices, circuits, physics, or process technology.

• Academic, research, or internship exposure to silicon behavior, characterization, variability, reliability, or design analysis.

• Will grow into full probe ownership with mentorship, focusing on device, design, and process understanding.

• Experienced Engineers (Eligible for Higher GJS)

• Prior experience in product engineering, device engineering, process integration, silicon characterization, or design‑facing roles.

• Demonstrated ownership of first‑silicon learning, qualification strategy, yield mechanisms, or cross‑functional technical trade‑offs.

• Comfortable influencing upstream and downstream teams through technical insight and silicon‑based decision‑making.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s degree, or Phd in Electrical / Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering (with strong hardware, circuits, or semiconductor focus), Semiconductor Physics, or related field.

• Strong fundamentals in semiconductor devices, wafer test, and product engineering.

• Demonstrated ability to use silicon behavior and characterization data to make informed probe, yield, and coverage decisions.

• Experience or strong interest in silicon learning, device behavior, yield mechanisms, DFT intent, or design‑to‑manufacturing integration.

• Strong analytical skills and ability to drive structured root‑cause analysis.

• Effective communication skills and ability to work across global, cross‑functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NAND / memory products.

• Experience working directly with Design, Process Integration, or Device teams to resolve silicon or product issues.

• Exposure to probe flow optimization, yield learning, or test cost reduction.

• Familiarity with DFT verification, reliability screening, or test correlation methodologies.

• Experience with Python, SQL, JMP, or data / ML tools.

• Demonstrated ability to independently drive complex technical problems from concept through execution.

Career Growth & Impact

• Direct ownership of probe strategy and quality outcomes across the product lifecycle.

• Exposure to advanced technology nodes, customer‑driven requirements, and large‑scale manufacturing systems.

• Clear growth paths across senior technical contributor, product leadership, or people management tracks within STPG Product Engineering.

• 3 - 5 Days per week
• Able to work at least 1 weekend (Sat or Sun) per week
• Rotating Shift: 9.30am - 6pm or 1.30pm - 10pm (including 1 hour lunch break)
• Contract Duration: 3 months
• Salary: $12 / hr (weekdays), $13 / hr (weekend) + Commission
• Location: MBS

Requirements:

• Possess Retail Sales / Beauty / Customer Service experience
• Passion for Fragrance, Makeup or Skincare
• Able to commit 3 - 5 days per week, including 1 weekend per week (Sat or Sun)
• Able to commit for 3 months

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Yoong Poh Feng

EA License | 14C7092

EA Registration Number | R110507

Responsibilities:

• Handle Fund operations, including fund subscriptions and redemptions, corporate action, documentation, transaction execution, and regulatory compliance.
• Deliver accurate NAV calculation, investor reports, forecasts on timely basis
• Support various funds, Hedge Funds , Cayman Funds/VCC structure, fund setup in FA and TA system.
• Monitors cash flows, expenses and fee calculations (performance fees, etc).Must be able to understand the different fund calculation based on investrors' returns using equalization or series accounting methods.
• Manage coordination with investors, fund managers, auditors, legal advisors, custodians, and other external stakeholders.
• Manage the accounting of SPV and assist in FATCA/CRS reporting for client.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements (e.g., ACRA, IRAS, MAS).
• Manage investor communications and handle inquiries relating to portfolio under administration and transfer agency register.
• Maintain up-to-date fund records and support audit and tax process pertaining to portfolio under administration.
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant discipline.  
• Qualified Accountant (e.g. ISCA/ACCA/CPA), working towards a CPA qualification or recently completed qualification examinations will be a PLUS
• Good understanding of various accounting standards (US GAAP, IFRS, etc).
• At least 2 years of experience in fund administration or with licensed fund management company or fund administration company
• Strong knowledge of investment product like securities, fixed income, FX, Repo and derivatives product like futures, options, etc.
• Strong technical knowledge of fund administration and fund operation requirements
• Familiarity with fund accounting systems like Multifond and Microsoft Office; VBA skills are a plus.
• Experience with using Bloomberg
• Meticulous and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Able to work in a team to support team objectives and meet team target.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic, fast-paced working environment.
• Upholds high ethical standards in handling confidential and sensitive information.

A leading investment platform is hiring a senior operations professional to support its growing private and alternative assets business. This is a high-visibility fund operations role partnering closely with investment teams on end-to-end transactions, fund oversight, governance, and operational strategy.

What you’ll do:

• Oversee and lead a team on fund operations, NAVs, valuations, cash management, and reporting
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth fund operations processes to provide support to front office investment services team
• Manage external providers (fund admins, banks, middle office, corporate secretaries

What we’re looking for:

• 7+ years’ experience in buy-side private equity / VCC fund operations
• Strong understanding of fund structures, accounting, and performance reporting
• Confident engaging senior stakeholders and investment teams
• Hands-on, commercially minded, and solutions-driven

Company Reg No.: 201131609D | License No.: 24S2411 | Reg No: R22109164 | Valenzuela Alexandra Marie Tolentino

JOB OVERVIEW 

Responsible for supporting end-to-end air freight import and export operations for key accounts. This role ensures shipments are executed efficiently, in compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), and aligned with customer requirements. The position requires close coordination with internal departments, overseas offices, and customers to deliver high service standards and operational excellence. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Ensure import and export operations run smoothly and are compliant with SOPs 

• Manage and coordinate the entire shipment process for customers 

• Plan and schedule cargo space, monitor flight uplift status, and pre-alert stakeholders on potential delays 

• Liaise with destination offices regarding shipment delays and discrepancies 

• Coordinate closely with customers and internal departments to ensure accurate shipment execution 

• Proactively prevent service failures and manage recovery actions when issues arise 

• Monitor daily operational activities to ensure compliance with customer requirements 

• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly reports and KPI reports for customers 

• Handle customer inquiries and complaints in a timely and professional manner 

• Expedite responses by coordinating between customer service and operations teams  

• Any other job-related tasks as assigned by the superior. 

• Adherence to the Code of Conduct policy of the DSV Group. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Strong coordination and organizational skills 

• Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities in a fast-paced environment 

• Good problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 

• Customer-focused with the ability to build and maintain relationships 

• Detail-oriented with strong follow-up capabilities  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and operational systems. 

• Experience using logistics systems such as CW1, Tango, MS, AI, etc. 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams. 

EDUCATION AND/ OR EXPERIENCE 

• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred. 

• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in freight forwarding, air freight operations, import/export operations, or logistics customer service. 

• Experience handling key accounts, shipment coordination, and billing activities is preferred. 

• Education can be compensated with relevant working experience. 

• Computer Knowledge. 

WORKING LOCATION 

• Red Lion – Red Lion, 20 Alps Ave, Singapore 498747 

WORKING HOURS 

• Monday to Friday: 0830hrs – 1730hrs  

• Saturday: 0830hrs – 1230hrs (Alternate Saturday)  

JOB OVERVIEW 

Responsible for managing end-to-end import shipment operations and customer account activities to ensure timely cargo movement, regulatory compliance, and service excellence. The role oversees shipment execution, customer requirements, billing activities, stakeholder coordination, issue resolution, reporting, and operational support across multiple internal and external parties while ensuring adherence to customer SOPs and company processes. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Shipment Operations & Coordination 

• Manage end-to-end import shipments for key accounts including Credit, Non-Credit, COD, and DDU customers from origin to Singapore delivery. 

• Extract shipment pre-alerts from email/ODM, upload data into WFS, and execute shipments according to customer SOP requirements. 

• Process shipment activities through Tango system, including updating CUS/TUR and generating delivery instructions. 

• Coordinate with overseas stations, airlines, terminals, transport providers, contractors, and vendors to ensure smooth shipment movement and cargo clearance. 

• Liaise with Export team on re-export shipment arrangements. 

• Support cargo clearance processes at terminals and agent warehouses. 

Customer Service & Exception Handling 

• Respond to customer inquiries and resolve shipment-related issues and complaints in a timely and professional manner. 

• Handle shipment exceptions including cargo discrepancies, short-landed cargo, damages, survey arrangements, and special transportation requirements. 

• Support urgent shipment communications with customers and origin stations outside normal office hours where required. 

Special Cargo & Compliance Management 

• Manage pharmaceutical cold chain shipments, valuable cargo, strong room storage, and escorted cargo requiring enhanced monitoring and status updates. 

• Process customer permits submitted via external forwarders by updating permit information, HS codes, descriptions, and documentation into relevant systems for submission. 

• Ensure compliance with internal and regulatory requirements throughout shipment handling. 

Billing, Customer Setup & Reporting 

• Create new customer accounts through Finance systems. 

• Generate COD invoices including GST and local handling charges for applicable customers. 

• Coordinate with Finance and SGBS teams for COD and customer creation processes. 

• Prepare and maintain customer operational reports (daily/weekly), origin discrepancy reports, and KPI reporting. 

Business Support 

• Handle SME and Connect4air quotations with origin stations and customers. 

• Support insurance application processing on behalf of customers. 

• Coordinate with IT and support teams regarding system-related issues. 

• Provide operational backup coverage during team members’ leave periods while maintaining own account responsibilities. 

• Perform additional duties assigned by management. 

• Any other tasks as and when assigned by management.  

• Any other job-related tasks as assigned by the superior.  

• Adherence to the Code of Conduct policy of the DSV Group.  

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Ensure shipment execution meets customer SOPs and operational KPIs. 

• Maintain shipment visibility and provide timely updates to stakeholders. 

• Ensure billing accuracy and compliance with customer and company requirements. 

• Drive effective communication across internal and external stakeholders. 

• Maintain operational documentation and reporting accuracy. 

• Support business continuity through cross-functional backup support. 

FUNCTION/ BUSINESS ACUMEN 

• Understanding of freight forwarding, import operations, cargo handling, and supply chain processes. 

• Knowledge of air freight shipment workflows and customs-related documentation. 

• Ability to manage multiple customer accounts while maintaining service standards. 

• Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management capabilities. 

• Familiarity with shipment systems, reporting tools, and operational KPIs. 

• Awareness of handling requirements for special cargo categories. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Strong customer service and communication skills. 

• Good coordination and stakeholder management capabilities. 

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities. 

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and operational systems. 

• Experience using logistics platforms (e.g., WFS, Tango or equivalent systems) preferred. 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams. 

EDUCATION AND/ OR EXPERIENCE 

• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred. 

• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in freight forwarding, air freight operations, import/export operations, or logistics customer service. 

• Experience handling key accounts, shipment coordination, and billing activities is preferred. 

• Experience managing special cargo handling (e.g., pharmaceutical cold chain, valuable cargo) is advantageous. 

• Education can be compensated with relevant working experience. 

WORKING LOCATION 

20 Alps Avenue, Airport Logistics Park of Singapore, Singapore 498747 

WORKING HOURS 

5.25 days week with alternate Saturday off. 

Job Summary

Manage daily site operations and ensure vehicles are ready, safe, and on schedule while coordinating with teams and vendors. Maintain accurate records and support compliance and audits.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations to keep things running smoothly and safely
• Be the main point of contact for all on-site activities
• Make sure vehicles are ready (cleaning, charging, inspections, updates)
• Track fleet status, staff attendance, and incidents
• Coordinate with vendors, security, and cleaning teams
• Keep records and reports accurate and up to date
• Support audits and ensure compliance

Requirements

• Valid Singapore Class 3 or 4 driving licence with a good driving record
• Comfortable using tablets, basic software, and diagnostic tools
• Able to communicate in English; other languages are a plus
• Detail-oriented and careful in completing tasks
• Strong awareness and commitment to workplace safety

Other Information

• Location: Tampines
• Working Schedule: 5 day work week
• Salary: Up to $3,300

Yana Norzamry | Personnel Registration No: R26160959 | EA Licence No.91C2918

Role: Senior Associate, Sales & Investor Services Operations

Location: Singapore

Role Overview

Our client, a large hedge fund who manages assets around USD5bn, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented team member to join their Operations team, with a primary focus on investor-related matters and supporting the sales function. The role will involve day-to-day investor servicing, data management, reporting, and coordination across various stakeholders and platforms to ensure service delivery is maintained at a highest quality.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with internal business units and external service providers to ensure timely and accurate investor support.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively manage and follow through on investor issues and service requests to ensure effective resolution.
• Main point of contact responsible for coordinating and supporting the completion of investor due diligence questionnaires (DDQs) and operational due diligence (ODD) requests.
• Maintain and update investor and platform data including but not limited to PPM, factsheets, KIIDS, PRIIPs, and other funds related documentation.
• Prepare and review investors reports and performance updates
• Liaise with distributors on distribution fee matters, reporting requirements, and related operational queries.
• Maintain and reconcile investor trackers and databases.
• Contribute to process enhancement initiatives, focusing on strengthening controls, improving accuracy, and increasing operational efficiency.
• Provide support to the daily operation and management of the Firm's investment funds.
• Contribute to ad hoc projects and broader team initiatives as needed.
• Work closely with the sales team and provide support to external parties such as investors and distributors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Economics, or related discipline.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in asset management, fund operations or investor servicing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, particularly when addressing client queries, change requests, and escalations.
• Demonstrate ability to partner across product groups, regions and functional responsibilities.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Familiarity with fund reporting, investor reporting, or platform operations would be advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and handling large datasets.
• Possess a keen interest in innovation and actively explore new ideas, particularly in leveraging AI tools to enhance business support and operational efficiency across our expanding platform.
• Be resourceful and able to work with fund data to support the team effectively.
• Good communication skills and able to manage multiple stakeholders efficiently.

Our Client:

Our client is a global technology company operating a large‑scale digital platform used by millions of users worldwide. The organisation develops and manages high‑impact consumer and enterprise‑level digital products, supported by advanced data, automation, and content delivery capabilities.

Job Details:

1. Contract Duration: 12 Months

2. Working Location:  One Raffles Quay

3. Working Hour: 10 - 7 pm

Job Descriptions:

Program & Product Operations

• Own the end-to-end affiliate program experience, including partner onboarding, activation, and lifecycle management.

• Design and launch affiliate initiatives (e.g., campaigns, missions, incentives) within internal platforms, ensuring scalability and strong user experience.

• Drive partner growth through targeted lifecycle campaigns (acquisition, activation, reactivation) using CRM and engagement tools.

• Manage and continuously improve the affiliate ecosystem and community experience at scale.

Product Analytics & Insights

• Leverage data to evaluate product and campaign performance, uncover growth opportunities, and identify friction points in the user journey.

• Monitor key metrics (e.g., activation rates, conversion, tracking accuracy) and proactively surface anomalies or performance gaps.

• Translate data insights into actionable product and operational improvements.

Product & Process Optimisation

• Continuously refine workflows and user journeys across onboarding, campaign setup, communications, and support.

• Identify product gaps, tooling limitations, or UX pain points, and partner closely with Product and Engineering teams to implement enhancements.

• Contribute to roadmap discussions by providing data-backed recommendations to improve platform functionality and partner experience.

Partner & Stakeholder Experience

• Act as the voice of affiliates by addressing partner needs related to platform features, attribution, incentives, and performance.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, marketing, and support teams to deliver a seamless and consistent partner experience.

• Support enablement through training materials, knowledge hubs, and scalable documentation.

Quality, Governance & Platform Integrity

• Ensure campaigns, incentives, and partner activities align with platform policies, compliance standards, and regional regulations.

• Maintain high standards of data integrity, tracking accuracy, and overall platform reliability.

Web & Digital Experience Management

• Own and optimise affiliate-facing digital touchpoints (landing pages, education hubs, dashboards).

• Iterate on content, design, and UX using CMS tools (e.g., Webflow, WordPress) to improve conversion and usability.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience in product operations, growth and digital platforms.

• Strong data handling skills (Excel/Sheets; SQL a bonus).

• Ability to build and update web pages (Webflow/WordPress/HTML/CSS basic proficiency advantageous).

• Demonstrated ability to identify user pain points and drive cross-functional solutions.

• Strong problem-solving and cross-team coordination abilities.

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PERSOL Singapore Pte Ltd • RCB No. 200007268E • EA License No. 01C4394• Reg. R22111375 Chua Jie Lin

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated Analyst to join the Securities Settlements Operations team. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with Trading Desks, internal stakeholders, agent banks, brokers, and market participants to ensure the timely and accurate settlement of securities transactions.

You will support post-trade processes, help mitigate operational risk, and contribute to the efficient functioning of trading and sales activities across the Asia region, with a primary focus on the Japan market.

About the Team

Asia Securities Settlements Operations supports trading and sales teams across the region by managing trade settlements and facilitating the successful exchange of securities and cash. The team is responsible for maintaining operational controls, managing settlement risks, and supporting business activities through effective post-trade processing.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate settlement of securities transactions.

• Monitor trade lifecycle events and manage settlement activities to mitigate operational risk.

• Liaise with agent banks, brokers, custodians, counterparties, and internal stakeholders via email and telephone.

• Perform trade pre-matching activities and proactively manage settlement exceptions.

• Investigate and resolve failed trades in accordance with market requirements and deadlines.

• Prepare operational reports and perform reconciliation and break resolution activities.

• Monitor inventory availability to facilitate successful trade settlements.

• Escalate risks, issues, and exceptions appropriately and in a timely manner.

• Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiency initiatives.

• Collaborate with Trading, Operations, Risk, and other internal teams to support business objectives.

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline.

• Experience in banking operations, securities operations, settlements, trade support, financial services operations, or related functions is advantageous.

• Knowledge of securities markets, equities, and post-trade operations will be beneficial.

• Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.

• Strong attention to detail and risk awareness.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Strong client service orientation.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to identify, investigate, and resolve operational issues efficiently.

• Proactive approach to learning and continuous improvement.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other standard office applications. Additional Information

• Experience in securities settlements, custody operations, trade operations, or post trade processing will be advantageous.

• Knowledge of Japan equities markets and settlement practices will be beneficial.

• The ability to communicate effectively in Japanese may be advantageous for supporting interactions with Japan-based stakeholders and market participants where required by the role.

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We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

If you are keen to know more about this role, please email Syasya at nurilyana.syasya@rmagroup.com.sg and send your resume in MS Word format. Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Nurilyana Syasya (EA Regn No: R25157984)

RMA Consultants Pte Ltd (EA Licence No: 93C4403)

About the Role

This role is for individuals with experience in event AV setup and operations who are ready to take on more responsibility.

You will be involved in setup, troubleshooting, and on-site execution across live events and productions.

• We welcome both developing technicians looking to strengthen their operational capabilities and experienced technicians who are ready to take on greater ownership of deployments.

• Successful candidates do not need to know everything on Day 1. We value attitude, reliability, coachability, and the willingness to learn.

• You should be comfortable working independently in fast-paced environments.

• We are building a high-performance team and are looking for technicians who take pride in disciplined, systems-driven operations.

• We value individuals who are coachable, receptive to feedback, and committed to continuous improvement.

• We are looking for individuals who demonstrate ownership, initiative, reliability, and a willingness to continuously improve their technical and operational capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse & Prep

• Prepare equipment based on packing lists.

• Follow existing packing systems and checklists to ensure 100% load-out accuracy.

Delivery & Logistics

• Load and unload equipment safely.

• Support vehicle packing to improve deployment efficiency.

On-Site Setup

• Assist in setup, testing, and teardown of displays, projectors, audio, and lighting.

• Ensure all cable management is neat and "client-ready" without needing a second look from a supervisor.

Event Execution

• Support live operations.

• Ability to translate show-flows into technical reality on-site, providing solutions rather than just following instructions.

• Take ownership of assigned tasks and follow through to completion.

• Identify issues early and contribute practical solutions during deployments.

Requirements

• At least 1–3 years of hands-on experience in AV, events, staging, or technical production.

• Singapore Class 3 driving license is a plus, but not required.

• Ability to maintain technical precision and performance during busy event periods and high-pressure deployments.

• Role involves regular physical activity, including the safe lifting and moving of event equipment.

• Positive attitude and ability to follow instructions and checklists precisely.

• Candidates who demonstrate initiative, ownership, and increasing independence in troubleshooting and deployment execution will be strongly preferred.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of audio, video, and signal flow.

• Familiarity with XLR, HDMI, SDI, CAT6, and power distribution.

• Ability to identify and resolve common signal path issues independently and escalate appropriately when required.

What Success Looks Like

• Arrives on time and is deployment-ready.

• Packs and preps accurately with minimal supervision.

• Handles equipment with care with a low damage rate.

• Learns quickly and becomes more independent over time.

• Takes ownership of assigned tasks and follows through to completion.

• Identifies issues early and contributes practical solutions during deployments.

Personal Traits We Value

• Punctual, Alert, and Practical.

• Takes initiative and solves problems independently.

• Maintains professionalism, attentiveness, and focus during deployments and live operations.

• Disciplined in following established company systems.

• Coachable, receptive to feedback, and committed to continuous improvement.

• Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and a willingness to step up when needed.

Growth & Progression

Progression in this role is based on:

• Reliability

• Technical capability

• Independence

• Ability to take on greater operational responsibility

Strong performers may progress into handling increasingly complex systems, taking ownership of larger deployments, supporting less experienced crew members, and contributing to operational excellence across the team.

Important Notes

• Position based in Singapore.

• All candidates will be considered based on merit and the ability to perform essential job functions.