Embedded Device Software Engineer (C, Embedded Programming, L1 Ethernet PHY, Switch)

About Marvell

Marvell’s semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world. Across enterprise, cloud and AI, and carrier architectures, our innovative technology is enabling new possibilities. 

At Marvell, you can affect the arc of individual lives, lift the trajectory of entire industries, and fuel the transformative potential of tomorrow. For those looking to make their mark on purposeful and enduring innovation, above and beyond fleeting trends, Marvell is a place to thrive, learn, and lead. 

Your Team, Your Impact

The Ethernet PHY group at Marvell leads the innovation in designing and developing high-speed transceivers that power modern computer networks. Our team is dedicated to creating advanced solutions that enable reliable and high-performance connectivity across diverse applications. We focus on delivering cutting-edge technology through robust embedded software and driver development, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and seamless integration with next-generation networking systems.

What You Can Expect

• Design, develop, and test software components for a structured API that enables high-level programming interfaces to Marvell’s Ethernet transceivers.

• Develop and maintain PHY drivers for Marvell’s Ethernet transceiver products.

• Create utilities and tools to support embedded software development, debugging, evaluation, and diagnostics.

• Build and maintain test infrastructure, including test data analysis tools and automated test scripts.

• Collaborate with hardware and firmware teams to analyze system performance and identify optimization opportunities.

• Contribute to Python-based GUI development and automated data collection/analysis infrastructure.

• Support Field Application Engineering (FAE) teams in resolving customer issues and providing technical guidance.

What We're Looking For

• We are seeking a Embedded Device Software Engineer who is passionate about technology and committed to delivering high-quality, scalable embedded software solutions.

• As a key member of our PHY embedded software team, you will contribute to the development of drivers and embedded device software for high-performance, mixed-signal DSP communication transceivers.

• Bachelor’s/ Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronics/Electrical Engineering, or related field with 2 to 8 years of industry experience.

• Proficiency in C programming for embedded systems across various OS environments (Linux, Windows, RTOS).

• Strong understanding of structured programming principles, including parameter passing, abstract data types, and data encapsulation.

• Solid experience with Python for scripting and tool development.

• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git), CI/CD workflows, and issue tracking systems (e.g., Jira).

• Demonstrated ability to follow coding standards and best practices.

• Excellent debugging skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Ethernet switching, MAC/PHY/SerDes, MACsec, PTP, and High Availability systems.

• Experience developing and debugging Linux kernel drivers, especially for PHY devices.

• Hands-on experience with Ethernet transceiver device drivers and knowledge of Ethernet physical layer protocols.

• Proficiency in Python GUI development.

• Experience with GCC toolchain and embedded system software development.

Additional Compensation and Benefit Elements

With competitive compensation and great benefits, you will enjoy our workstyle within an environment of shared collaboration, transparency, and inclusivity. We’re dedicated to giving our people the tools and resources they need to succeed in doing work that matters, and to grow and develop with us. For additional information on what it’s like to work at Marvell, visit our Careers page.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Interview Integrity 

To support fair and authentic hiring practices, candidates are not permitted to use AI tools (such as transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT or Copilot, or automated note-taking bots) during interviews.

These tools must not be used to record, assist with, or enhance responses in any way. Our interviews are designed to evaluate your individual experience, thought process, and communication skills in real time. Use of AI tools without prior instruction from the interviewer will result in disqualification from the hiring process.

This position may require access to technology and/or software subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under applicable law. Marvell may be required to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce and/or the U.S. Department of State. Except for U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), all applicants may be subject to an export license review process prior to employment.

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