Marvell Technology

Staff Engineer, Physical Design

Marvell Technology$111K — $166K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 2-5 years of relevant experience
  • 5+ years of physical design experience focusing on block-level PNR for 7nm process nodes or below
  • Proficient in using industry-standard EDA tools like Cadence Genus, Innovus, and Synopsys IC Compiler
  • Experienced with static timing analysis tools such as Tempus or PrimeTime
  • Skilled in scripting languages (Tcl, Perl, Makefile) for process automation
  • Detail-oriented team player with strong communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with a global team on physical design and methodology for high-performance processor chips
  • Maintain and enhance Marvell's Place and Route Flow using EDA tools
  • Perform synthesis, place and route, and timing analysis on complex logic blocks
  • Develop and implement timing and logic ECOs in conjunction with the RTL design team
  • Debug and resolve block-level timing issues with the global timing team
  • Contribute to a robust design process and tackle diverse engineering challenges

Benefits

  • Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back
  • Family support programs to balance work and home life
  • Robust mental health resources
  • Recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions
  • Comprehensive benefits supporting employees at every stage of their career
Full Job Description
Your Team, Your Impact

Built on decades of expertise and execution, Marvell's custom Processor/ASIC solution offers a differentiated approach with a best-in-class portfolio of data infrastructure intellectual property (IP) and a wide array of flexible business models. In this unique role, you'll have the opportunity to work on both the physical design and methodology for future designs of our next-generation, high-performance processor chips in a leading-edge CMOS process technology, targeted at server, 5G/6G, and networking applications.

What You Can Expect

You will work with a global team on both the physical design of complex chips as well as the methodology to enable an efficient and robust design process. You will be responsible for maintaining, enhancing, and supporting Marvell's Place and Route Flow, leveraging industry-standard EDA tools. Your tasks will include performing synthesis, place and route, as well as timing analysis and closure on multiple intermediate and complex logic blocks. You will play a crucial role in developing and implementing timing and logic ECOs, collaborating closely with the RTL design team to drive modifications that address congestion and timing issues. Additionally, your involvement with the global timing team will include debugging and resolving any block-level timing issues encountered at the partition level. This position provides an exciting platform to engage with diverse engineering challenges within a collaborative and innovative environment at Marvell.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role you must:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields and 3-5 years of related professional experience or Master's degree and/or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields with 2-3 years of experience or equivalent professional experience in lieu of a formal degree
  • 5+ years of experience in physical design with a focus on block-level PNR for advanced CMOS process nodes (e.g., 7nm, 5nm, or below) preferred
  • Proficient with industry-standard EDA tools for physical design, including Cadence Genus and Innovus, and Synopsys IC Compiler and Fusion Compiler
  • Strong expertise in static timing analysis tools such as Tempus or PrimeTime and EM/IR-Drop/Crosstalk analysis tools like Voltus or PrimeRail
  • Working knowledge of physical verification and formal verification tools (e.g., Calibre, LEC, Formality) is advantageous
  • Demonstrated ability to create scripts (Tcl, Perl, Makefile) for automating design processes and improving overall workflow efficiency
  • Detail-oriented, self-motivated team player with effective communication skills and a commitment to collaborative success


Expected Base Pay Range (USD)
111,070 - 166,400, $ 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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