Principal Test Engineer (Optical Module)

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 Optics team develops highly integrated silicon photonics platforms that combine optical components, analog front ends, controller ASICs, and DSPs, enabled by robust embedded firmware. We own design, verification, validation, and system level testing across the full product lifecycle, from concept through NPI. The team develops production test software and custom test equipment for chips, sub assemblies, and modules, working closely with OSATs and contract manufacturers to support high volume production.

What You Can Expect

• Architect and implement automated test systems (including software, hardware, and database) for optical module and component production, characterization, and development
• Ownership of manufacturing test methodology, test process, and test coverage to ensure product quality and reliability
• Develop software and database tools for both production and development stage data analysis, data reporting, and WIP control
• Define and communicate design for test (DFT) requirements to design teams to ensure testability of the products
• Transfer of production test capability to off-shore contract manufacturer
• Cost reduction through test time reduction and yield enhancement
• Support design, qualification, and operation teams on automated tests, such as characterization and reliability qualification

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years of experience developing automated test solutions relating to optical components or modules
• Knowledge of optical systems, modules, components, and photonics devices (lasers, detectors, modulators, DWDM system)
• Experience with control mechanism of complex optical components or modules
• Programming in Python, Visual Basic / VB.Net and database (SQL)
• Knowledge of scripting languages like Python is a plus
• Strong ownership, excellent communication, flexibility, and team spirit
• Optical Module test experience
• BS degree or higher required

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

136,880 - 205,000, $ 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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