Hardware and Silicon Validation Senior 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

Connectivity
Connectivity group is leader in PHY devices for AI, cloud data-center and enterprise infrastructure. Our BU's devices today power the full range of network connectivity from the optics of the AI GPU boards to Top of the rack optical fibers and active copper cables of the data centers and their fabrics. Connectivity verification group works closely with Analog and Digital design teams and Systems/DSP teams to incorporate and build models and testbench infrastructure for mixed signal designs and verify the digital and analog designs and micro-architectures against the system definition and requirements and also works closely with the software team to set up the API building infrastructure and guidelines.

Optical DSP (ODSP)
The ODSP team within Marvell's Connectivity Business Group develops advanced products supporting industry leading solutions for the growing datacenter, enterprise, optics, and AI application. As a member of the ODSP validation team, you will have the opportunity to work with multi-disciplinary teams from analog, software, firmware developers and PCB designers to develop hardware platforms, and write device drivers and scripts to full validate leading edge products. You will be involved in complex lab testing, hardware brings up activities and all facets of the prototype process including PCB fab and assembly.

What You Can Expect

In this on-site role based in Pavia, you will join a dynamic and growing team focused on developing software to configure and control high-frequency SerDes systems, optical modules, DSP-based communication systems, and other key semiconductor components designed by the company.

As a product expert, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the firmware team in the integration of power-up sequences and calibration routines.
• Assisting the validation team during the debug and bring-up phases.
• Contributing to the definition and implementation of quality assurance (QA) tests.
• Collaborating closely with chip designers, firmware developers, and validation engineers to ensure seamless system integration and performance.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of hardware and software, contributing to cutting-edge communication technologies.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, candidates should meet the following qualifications and demonstrate the following skills:

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
• 1–3 years of relevant industry experience is a strong plus, particularly in roles involving embedded systems, signal processing, or hardware/software integration.
• Proficiency in at least one object-oriented programming language. Strong Python skills are highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of electronics fundamentals, including circuit design and signal processing principles.
• Familiarity with DSP-based SerDes communication principles is a plus. Willingness and ability to learn these concepts quickly if not already experienced.
• Experience with software versioning and development tools such as GitHub, Jenkins, Jira, Artifactory, or similar platforms.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive attitude toward continuous learning and improvement.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment. Willingness to support and learn from colleagues.

Additional Compensation and Benefit Elements

With competitive compensation and great benefits, you will enjoy our workstyle within an environment of shared collaboration, transparency, and inclusivity. We're dedicated to giving our people the tools and resources they need to succeed in doing work that matters, and to grow and develop with us. For additional information on what it's like to work at Marvell, visit our Careers page.

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.

Interview Integrity
 

As part of our commitment to fair and authentic hiring practices, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (e.g., transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT, CoPilot, or note-taking bots) during interviews.
 
Our interviews are designed to assess your personal experience, thought process, and communication skills in real-time. If a candidate uses such tools during an interview, they will be disqualified 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.

Additional Compensation and Benefit Elements

With competitive compensation and great benefits, you will enjoy our workstyle within an environment of shared collaboration, transparency, and inclusivity. We're dedicated to giving our people the tools and resources they need to succeed in doing work that matters, and to grow and develop with us. For additional information on what it's like to work at Marvell, visit our Careers page.

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.

Interview Integrity
 

As part of our commitment to fair and authentic hiring practices, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (e.g., transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT, CoPilot, or note-taking bots) during interviews.
 
Our interviews are designed to assess your personal experience, thought process, and communication skills in real-time. If a candidate uses such tools during an interview, they will be disqualified 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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