Marvell Technology

Principal Engineer, Hardware & Silicon Validation

Marvell Technology$169K — $250K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields with 10-15 years of experience, or Master's/PhD with 5-10 years.
  • Experience with high-speed interfaces (PCIe Gen5/Gen6, 100G/200G Ethernet).
  • Hands-on expertise in debugging complex hardware/software interactions.
  • Proven experience in test development, validation, and execution at system or silicon level.
  • Familiarity with bring-up of new SoCs and low-level initialization flows.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and embedded firmware development.
  • Experience using lab equipment for debugging and validation.

Responsibilities

  • Integrate and support PCIe/Ethernet initialization Firmware within Marvell's SDK.
  • Utilize diagnostic tools to debug the IO interface.
  • Develop and execute a validation test plan.
  • Validate PCIe/Ethernet interfaces and features on new SOCs.
  • Develop software and firmware solutions.
  • Support bring-up activities and PCIe/Ethernet initialization for new products.

Benefits

  • Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back.
  • Family support programs to help balance work and home life.
  • Robust mental health resources prioritizing emotional well-being.
  • Recognition and service awards celebrating contributions and milestones.
Full Job Description
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, and PCIe.

What You Can Expect
  • Integrate and support PCIe/Ethernet initialization Firmware within Marvell's SDK.
  • Use diagnostic tools to debug the IO interface
  • Develop and execute validation test plan
  • Validate PCIe/Ethernet interface and features on new SOCs.
  • Develop software and FW solutions
  • Support bring-up activities and PCIe/Ethernet initialization development for new products.


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.
  • Experience with high-speed interfaces (e.g., PCIe Gen5/Gen6, 100G/200G Ethernet)
  • Proven hands-on expertise in debugging complex hardware/software interactions
  • Solid experience in test development, validation, and execution at system or silicon level
  • Familiarity with bring-up of new SoCs and low-level initialization flows
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and embedded firmware development
  • Experience using lab equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, traffic generators) for debug and validation
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis


Preferred Qualifications
  • Familiarity with Firmware or similar networking/SoC platforms
  • Automation and scripting experience (Python, shell, etc.) for test and debug


Expected Base Pay Range (USD)
169,300 - 250,530, $ 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.

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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About Marvell Technology

Marvell Technology is a semiconductor company that designs and develops analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal processing integrated circuits. The company's product portfolio includes processors, connectivity, storage, and security solutions. Marvell's customers operate in various industries, including data center, enterprise, automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
Learn more about Marvell Technology
Size
6,729 employees
Market Cap
$30.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$277.3 million
Founded
2013
5 Year Trend
+14.2%
Revenue
$2.9 billion
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