Principal Hardware Engineer, Optics

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 Cloud Platform Optics team builds highly integrated component platforms with high-speed Silicon photonics, transmit and receive amplifiers, controller ASIC’s with Marvell DSP’s. These components are made operational with a highly functional embedded firmware. The team is responsible for design, verification, and validation of these integrated high speed optical components. The team performs system level testing under various operating conditions, and validates the performance of the hardware, firmware and control loops. An engineer in this team will be involved in a full product lifecycle and will carry new products from inception all the way to NPI.

What You Can Expect

We are seeking a motivated and talented Electrical Hardware Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of electrical hardware design and development, with a keen interest in developing platform solutions for the AI market. This role offers an excellent opportunity for growth and development in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the design, development, and testing of electrical hardware for optical modules and other AI platforms

• Technical ownership of all aspects of hardware development for specific module platforms and mentor junior engineers

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define hardware requirements and specifications

• Engage with external component suppliers to define new product roadmaps, guide technology development and be actively involved in component selection

• Actively work with PCB layout engineers and provide guidance on component placement, routing for signal integrity / power integrity, and to meet BW requirements

• Responsible for PCB board bring-up and debugging of hardware components using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies and signal analyzer

• Participate in hardware validation and verification, including debugging and troubleshooting

• Help develop and maintain detailed design documentation, including schematics, PCB layouts, and BOMs

• Work closely with manufacturing teams to support the production and assembly of hardware components

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields and 10-15 years of related professional experience or Master’s degree and/or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields with 5-10 years of experience or equivalent professional experience in lieu of a formal degree

• Strong experience in electrical hardware design and development

• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and practices

• Strong knowledge of power management, high-speed signal and power integrity

• Familiarity with CAD tools for schematic capture and PCB layout (e.g., Allegro, OrCAD)

• Proficiency in using lab equipment, with a good understanding of electrical measurement and testing methodologies

• Basic knowledge of semiconductor processing and good understanding of packaging technology

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity in using firmware for board level communication and scripting

• Familiarity with industry standards and protocols related to DCI technology

• Understanding of thermal management and EMI/EMC considerations in hardware design

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

143,200 - 214,500, $ per annum

The successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions. The expected base pay range for this role may be modified based on market conditions.

Additional Compensation and Benefit Elements 

Marvell is committed to providing exceptional, comprehensive benefits that support our employees at every stage - from internship to retirement and through life’s most important moments. Our offerings are built around four key pillars: financial well-being, family support, mental and physical health, and recognition. Highlights include an employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back, family support programs to help balance work and home life, robust mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being, and a recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones. We look forward to sharing more with you during the interview process.

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.

Any applicant who requires a reasonable accommodation during the selection process should contact Marvell HR Helpdesk at [email protected].

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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