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 Compute and Custom Solutions (CCS) Business Unit within Marvell develops cutting-edge SOCs and processors in advanced process nodes for some of the largest companies in the world. We develop silicon solutions for the growing data center, enterprise, wireless, and automotive compute markets. As a member of the Post-Silicon Validation team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to several areas of product development and validation including functional, electrical, and system stress. Additional contribution opportunities include the development of SW, test plans, and utilities to enable customer platforms. The Post-Silicon Validation team develops solutions and validates a range of IO interfaces and functions on multi-core ARM processors, including Ethernet, RFOE, & PCIe
What You Can Expect
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Integrate and support PCIe and Ethernet initialization firmware within Marvell’s SDK
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Perform hands-on debugging of I/O interfaces using advanced diagnostic and low-level tools
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Develop, execute, and continuously improve comprehensive validation and test plans
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Validate PCIe and Ethernet interfaces and features on new SoCs, with a strong focus on failure analysis and root cause identification
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Drive issue resolution by performing deep debugging and implementing firmware/software fixes
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Support silicon bring-up activities, including early-stage platform validation and interface initialization
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Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, silicon design, and system teams to resolve complex system-level issues
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Develop robust firmware and supporting tools to enhance test coverage, automation, and system reliability
What We're Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering or related fields and 5+ years of related professional experience OR Master’s degree and/or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields with 3+ years of experience.
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Proven hands-on expertise in debugging complex hardware/software interactions
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Solid experience in test development, validation, and execution at system or silicon level
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Familiarity with bring-up of new SoCs and low-level initialization flows
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Proficiency in C/C++ and embedded firmware development
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Experience using lab equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, traffic generators) for debug and validation
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with PCIe and/or Ethernet protocols and subsystems
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Experience with high-speed interfaces (e.g., PCIe Gen5/Gen6, 100G/200G Ethernet)
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Familiarity with Firmware or similar networking/SoC platforms
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Automation and scripting experience (Python, shell, etc.) for test and debug
Expected Base Pay Range (USD)
143,400 - 212,230, $ 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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