Director, Venture Capital - Artificial Intelligence

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.We are seeking a strong, well rounded leader who works well cross functionality to craft and implement our strategy on Artificial Intelligence!Our company manages a $300M Venture Capital Fund focusing on the AI competence clusters in Silicon Valley, Tel Aviv, New York and Munich.Responsibilities included but not limited to:• Act as focal point for various internal AI related projects, resources and how they fit in the overall above global strategy.• Sources Venture Capital deals in the USA and owns the end to end process from deal sourcing, due-diligence, to investing in Seed, A and B Rounds.• Championing and maintaining a close link to companies Micron has invested in and completing our strategic objectives related to our investment strategy.• Drive alignment/sync/execution for our AI / ML efforts across the company• Drives and supports a range of critical initiatives around artificial and machine learning technology, partnering with both business and technology customers• Understands ongoing developments in the broader artificial intelligence ecosystem and has ideally domain expertise in 1-2 of the following verticals: autonomous vehicles, manufacturing or data center systems / Software.• Supports creation of senior executive briefings for the Executive Team of Micron, the Board and our Investment Committee and other forums as required• Communicates grounded recommendations to senior leaders and their broader organizations, influencing upwards and laterally to drive organizational change and alignment• Develops and implements dashboards to supervise the progress of our ecosystem efforts and Venture Capital investments• Mentors less expert members of the team.Preferred Skills:• Knowledge of artificial intelligence and machine learning landscape, combined with strong business consulting competence, enabling the identification, design and deployment of efficient AI / machine learning business opportunities• Strong focus on Organic and Inorganic growth opportunities that take Micron beyond our current memory centric semiconductor business• Strong attention to detail and focus: your work will be used at the highest levels of decision-making and customers will expect to use your information without qualification or second-guessing its accuracy• Strong collaboration ethic and motivational skills to translate analysis into action• Productive with solid track record to lead and develop others• Ability to work with senior executives and provide high quality responses on a short timelines• Comfort level with changing needs and priorities, ambiguity and information overload.• Strong communication, interpersonal and advocacy skillsEducation:• Master in computer science, computer/electrical engineering, statistics, physics, mathematics or a related field required.• MBA from a Tier 1 University• Ideally dual education: Foreign / USA and or foreign work experience for 2-3 yearsThe ideal candidate should have Startup Experience in senior position or ex co-founder, alternatively business experience in marketing, strategy or a consulting background from major firms such as BCG, McKinsey etc.We will consider candidates with a strong financial background who can demonstrate a good technical in-depth understanding of at least vertical mentioned above.The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:$165,000.00 - $332,000.00Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target 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. Additional compensation may include benefits, discretionary bonuses and equity.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. 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