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Sr Director, Corporate Business Development

Micron micron.com Open · verified Oct 16, 2026
San Jose Full-time Director Business Development

At a glance

Director-level Business Development role at Micron. San Jose · full-time · $218,000–$421,000 base.

SalaryStated by Micron
$218,000 – $421,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleBusiness Development
SeniorityDirector
LocationSan Jose
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$218,000–$421,000
PostedOct 16, 2026 · today
Role brief

growthroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Shape acquisition priorities and broader growth-through-deal plans with senior executive leaders
  • Source and judge acquisition, partnership and investment prospects, testing strategic fit, price, risks and potential returns
  • Run transactions from initial review and diligence through structuring, negotiation and executive advice, then prepare integration plans
  • Build deal-flow relationships with company leaders, founders, investors and advisers while tracking market and technology developments
  • Present financial models and transaction recommendations to executives and directors, aligning legal, finance and other teams through deal stages

What you bring

  • A bachelor's degree in STEM, business, finance, engineering or a related area
  • At least fifteen years in M&A, corporate development, venture capital, investment banking, consulting or corporate strategy
  • A history of sourcing, negotiating and closing strategic deals with measurable business and financial results
  • Expertise in financial modeling, valuation and strategic analysis, plus the ability to lead deal teams and influence senior leaders

Who this fits

This director-level role suits a seasoned deal leader who can set enterprise priorities and manage sensitive transactions. The position is based in San Jose, United States.

From the employer

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.

Micron Technology’s vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life, and our commitment to people, innovation, tenacity, collaboration, speed and customer focus enables us to fulfill our mission as a global leader in memory and storage solutions. This means conducting business with integrity, accountability, and professionalism while supporting our global community. The state-of-the-art memory and storage solutions we create help drive breakthroughs in scientific and medical research, power-saving innovations such as lights-out data centers, and technological advancements including artificial intelligence, machine learning, and autonomous vehicles.


Key Responsibilities

  • Define and evolve Micron’s corporate development strategy, including M&A thesis development, target landscape prioritization, and inorganic growth frameworks in partnership with senior executive leadership.
  • Independently source, evaluate, and assess M&A, partnership, and strategic investment opportunities, including strategic fit, valuation, value-creation potential, risk factors, and integration considerations.
  • Own the full deal lifecycle from initial screening and diligence to deal structuring, negotiation, executive-level recommendations, and post-close integration planning.
  • Build and maintain a high-value external network of target company executives, founders, investors, bankers, private equity partners, venture capital leaders, and strategic advisors to support proactive deal origination and relationship-driven deal flow.
  • Continuously scan global markets and technology trends to identify emerging business opportunities, competitive threats, and strategic implications for Micron’s roadmap.
  • Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations, acquisition proposals, financial models, strategic analyses, and recommendations for Micron’s C-suite, Board of Directors, and key stakeholders.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior business unit and functional leaders on strategic alternatives, partnership structures, market positioning, and strategic transaction opportunities.
  • Drive cross-functional alignment and execution across Legal, Finance, Tax, HR, Engineering, and Business Units throughout all phases of the deal process.
  • Represent Micron externally as a senior ambassador at industry conferences, investor forums, and ecosystem events.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in M&A, corporate development, venture capital, investment banking, management consulting, or corporate strategy.
  • Demonstrated track record of sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and closing strategic transactions with measurable financial and business outcomes.
  • Experience leading or shaping corporate development strategy at a large-scale enterprise, including portfolio prioritization, deal pacing, integration planning, and post-close value realization.
  • Deep expertise in financial modeling, business valuation, strategic analysis, and executive-level investment recommendations.
  • Proven ability to independently lead cross-functional deal teams and influence senior leaders in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to develop and deliver compelling executive- and board-level narratives.

Preferred Qualifications

  • MBA or advanced degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Extensive external network across investment banks, private equity firms, venture capital funds, founders, industry analysts, and the AI, Semiconductor, memory, storage, and advanced compute ecosystems.
  • Experience supporting or leading corporate development strategy in a global technology, semiconductor, hardware, or advanced compute environment.
  • Exceptional negotiation, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills across internal and external senior stakeholders.
  • Ability to exercise discretion, sound judgment, and professional maturity in highly confidential and strategically sensitive matters.

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

$218,000.00 - $421,000.00 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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To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers

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Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.

Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.

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