Test Engineering Director

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Santa Clara, CA, USA
In-Office
170K-255K Annually
Expert/Leader
Artificial Intelligence • Automotive • Semiconductor
We create custom semiconductor solutions that move, process, store, and secure data quickly and reliably.
The Role
Lead test engineering strategy and teams for high-speed/high-power chiplet-based products. Define ATE architecture, vendor partnerships, and production test flows; drive characterization, yield analytics, test automation, and scalable ATE IP for mass production across advanced packaging platforms.
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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 the Test Development Director within the Operations business group, you will oversee the testing features of the silicon semiconductor chips that Marvell produces for both internal and external customers. You will make sure we don’t ship out any underperforming units. You’ll work closely with design to make sure their chip features are testable and that the results meet the customer’s specifications. You may even have to write new code or develop new testing strategies when our chips outpace the capabilities of current testing equipment.

What You Can Expect

  • Define and lead the overall test engineering strategy for IO Chiplet-based products targeting high-speed and high-power AI applications, including ATE platform selection, vendor engagement, and outsourced manufacturing test strategy.
  • Drive strategic partnerships with Tier 1 ATE vendors, OSATs, probe card suppliers, and instrumentation providers to develop next-generation test solutions enabling scalable mass production of advanced semiconductor products.
  • Lead cross-functional and multi-disciplinary engineering teams across silicon design, package engineering, product engineering, systems, manufacturing, and reliability organizations to develop robust test infrastructure and production manufacturing flows.
  • Build and manage high-performing engineering teams responsible for customer sample validation, silicon characterization, correlation, qualification, yield improvement, and high-volume manufacturing test deployment.
  • Architect scalable and reusable ATE IP, software frameworks, and automation methodologies that can be efficiently adapted across multiple product families and packaging architectures including MCM, CPC, and CPO platforms.
  • Lead ATE hardware architecture, load board design, probe card strategy, socket validation, and system verification to ensure excellent repeatability, reproducibility, signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal performance for high-speed/high-power devices.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on test cost reduction, throughput optimization, test time reduction, DFT/DFM enhancement, manufacturing efficiency, yield improvement, and production quality control.
  • Define and implement data-driven methodologies for yield analytics, failure analysis, correlation, and production monitoring across wafer sort, final test, and system-level test operations.
  • Ensure complete and accurate documentation of test hardware, software, validation methodologies, and manufacturing procedures within centralized document and configuration management systems.

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, or related disciplines. Formal certification or advanced training in ATE software architecture, automation frameworks, or semiconductor test methodologies is highly desired.
  • Extensive technical leadership experience in high-speed and high-power semiconductor test development for AI, networking, or advanced compute applications.
  • 12+ years of experience in semiconductor test engineering, including 6+ years leading engineering teams responsible for new product introduction (NPI), ATE development, characterization, correlation, and high-volume manufacturing.
  • Proven track record leading cross-functional organizations across silicon design, package design, product engineering, systems, reliability, and manufacturing teams to develop scalable ATE solutions and production test strategies.
  • Strong experience defining ATE architecture and reusable ATE IP platforms that can be efficiently adapted across multiple product families, including chiplet-based MCM, CPC, and CPO products.
  • Demonstrated leadership in CAPEX/OPEX planning, resource forecasting, organizational scaling, recruiting, and long-term technology roadmap definition for executive management.
  • Experience driving end-to-end wafer sort, package test, and system-level test strategies for advanced heterogeneous integration products.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Deep experience with high-speed IO and die-to-die interface characterization, including PCIe, Serdes, UCIe, HBM, CXL, and proprietary interconnect technologies.
  • Hands-on experience developing ATE solutions for advanced packaging technologies, including:
    • Multi-Chip Module (MCM)
    • Co-Packaged Copper (CPC)
    • Co-Packaged Optics (CPO)
    • 2.5D/3D heterogeneous integration
  • Strong background in wafer probe hardware, high-speed load board design, socket design, signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal optimization for high-current AI devices.
  • Experience with high-speed digital test methodologies, including frequency-domain and time-domain measurements up to 100GHz and beyond.
  • Knowledge of chip-to-chip communication protocols and embedded device management interfaces such as I2C, SPI, JTAG, MDIO, eFuse, ADC/DAC calibration, and telemetry systems.
  • Hands-on expertise with automated test platforms including Advantest 93K and Teradyne UltraFLEX.
  • Strong software development skills with production deployment experience in Python, C/C++, and Java.
  • Experience architecting scalable test executive frameworks, reusable software libraries, and revision-controlled ATE infrastructure for global manufacturing deployment.
  • Proven track record building, mentoring, and leading high-performing engineering organizations focused on innovation, execution, and operational excellence.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

169,900 - 254,500, $ 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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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in EE, Computer Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • 12+ years semiconductor test engineering experience
  • 6+ years leading engineering teams for NPI, ATE development, characterization, correlation, and HVM
  • Extensive technical leadership in high-speed and high-power semiconductor test development for AI, networking, or advanced compute
  • Proven track record leading cross-functional organizations (design, package, product, systems, reliability, manufacturing)
  • Experience defining ATE architecture, reusable ATE IP, and production test strategies for chiplet-based MCM/CPC/CPO products
  • Demonstrated CAPEX/OPEX planning, resource forecasting, organizational scaling, recruiting, and roadmap definition for executive management
  • Experience driving end-to-end wafer sort, package test, and system-level test strategies for heterogeneous integration products
  • Proven track record building, mentoring, and leading high-performing engineering organizations
  • Formal certification or advanced training in ATE software architecture, automation frameworks, or semiconductor test methodologies
  • Deep experience with high-speed IO and die-to-die interfaces (PCIe, SerDes, UCIe, HBM, CXL)
  • Hands-on experience with ATE solutions for advanced packaging (MCM, CPC, CPO, 2.5D/3D) and wafer probe hardware, load board and socket design
  • Experience with high-speed digital test methodologies (frequency/time-domain up to ~100GHz) and SI/PI/thermal optimization
  • Knowledge of chip-to-chip protocols and device management interfaces (I2C, SPI, JTAG, MDIO, eFuse, ADC/DAC calibration, telemetry)
  • Hands-on expertise with automated test platforms (e.g., Advantest 93K, Teradyne UltraFLEX)
  • Strong software development skills with production deployment experience in Python, C/C++, and Java

Marvell Technology Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Marvell Technology and has not been reviewed or approved by Marvell Technology.

  • Equity Value & Accessibility Equity appears to be a meaningful part of total rewards through RSUs and an ESPP with a 15% discount and lookback, which can materially raise overall compensation. Stock upside is positioned as a key differentiator when company performance is strong.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental/bonding leave is described as substantial, with additional disability leave for birthing parents and a flexible return-to-work program. Family-care leave, generous bereavement provisions, and family-building support (e.g., adoption/surrogacy reimbursement) further strengthen the package.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical coverage is presented as broad with multiple plan options and preventive care covered at 100% in-network, alongside dental, vision, and structured mental-health support. Additional programs like telehealth and specialized care partners add depth to the health offering.

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The Company
HQ: Santa Clara, CA
6,500 Employees
Year Founded: 1995

What We Do

Marvell specializes in semiconductor solutions that power a wide range of industries, from data centers and 5G networks to AI, automotive, and storage applications. Our cutting-edge products are designed to meet the constantly evolving demands of a connected world, enabling faster, more efficient and more secure data processing and communication. With a focus on excellence and a commitment to advancing technology, we develop solutions that drive progress and transform industries.

Why Work With Us

Life at Marvell means being a part of new innovation and enduring technology; but it's also much more. Our diverse community is strengthened through cultural events, corporate gatherings and team-building activities, fostering collaboration and making work enjoyable. At Marvell, it's not just a job; it's an enriching, community-driven experience.

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