Sr. Staff, Hardware Design Engineer

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

As a Hardware Design, Senior Staff Engineer with Marvell, for this role you’ll be a member of the Photonic Fabric business group. You’ll be part of the engineering team designing boards for Photonic Fabric business unit at Marvell. This is an opportunity to be part of the next architectural revolution in AI data centers.

What You Can Expect

•    Define board level architecture, overseeing board layout execution, generating BOM and schematics, and driving board manufacturing with vendors.
•    Responsible for engineering Marvell systems for IP validation and product reference platforms
•    Collaborate with mechanical, system (rack/chassis) electrical, manufacturing and test teams
•    Work with internal cross-functional product and technical teams along with external vendors for engineering solutions. 
•    Develop strong technical relationships within the company, and externally with the vendors alike as a single point of contact for all system level design and manufacturing problems

•   Effectively plan and organize board build process, component procurement, board bring-up, debug, and testing to ensure technical objectives and schedules are met.
•    Frequently collaborate with industry peers and suppliers to stay abreast of industry advances and future roadmaps
•    Resolve daily technical issues with cross-functional engineering teams in a timely manner and drive Marvell’s success
•    Perform hardware bring up, debugging, and root cause analysis
•    Conduct design verification, validation, testing, and documentation
•    Need strong project management, written and verbal communication skills as well as a can-do attitude to prioritize and address issues with a very high sense of urgency. 

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields and at least 9 years of related professional experience; Master’s degree and at least 6 years of related experience; PhD with 6 years of related experience.
• 5-10+ years of experience in server-based solutions, rack and appliance based system solutions for the datacenter, with 2-3 years’ experience in complex systems project management.
• Hands on experience with board level, server hardware and architecture, prior experience troubleshooting server/storage/network products is a plus
• Familiarity with Cloud Infrastructure, AI/ML and Systems Hardware (Blade and Rack Servers)
• Experience in Photonics is a plus.
• Proven record in successfully delivering data center solutions to meet customer demands is highly preferred
• Ability to lead and drive internal/external resources to accomplish key milestones and execute deliverables. 

• Have worked before using advanced test equipment such as sampling/real-time oscilloscope, and logic analyzers.

Preferred Qualification:
• Strong knowledge of PCIe, DDR memory topologies, power supply, and PCB layout requirements.
• Printed circuit board design proficiency using Cadence OrCAD/Allegro PCB Design tools.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

127,630 - 191,200, $ 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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