Marvell Principal Applications Engineer 

United States, California 

808638718

What You Can Expect

In this role you will lead development of hardware platforms for integrated optical transceiver engines for high speed fiber optic communications applications. This role requires expertise in schematic entry, communications, hardware protocols, printed circuit board fabrication and design, and analog / RF signaling. This role will also use high speed test equipment such as VNA or PNA or high speed oscilloscopes. The candidate will also collaborate with operations, product engineering, test engineering, applications engineering and Business Development teams to support hardware development. This role is on-site.

• Lead the design and development of hardware including DUT cards, interposers, socket designs, and handler boards for complex semiconductor devices.
• Own schematic capture, layout reviews, stack-up optimization, and BOM management for substrates and printed circuit boards.
• Review power integrity (PI) and signal integrity (SI) simulations to ensure compliance with electrical specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across time zones to define hardware requirements and integrate new product features.
• Drive component selection, considering performance, availability, and cost.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts in Python, C++, and MATLAB to streamline validation and correlation processes.
• Interface with manufacturing teams to support DFMA and ensure smooth transition to production.
• Author technical documentation and contribute to internal publications and reports

What We're Looking For

• Master’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering with 3+ years of experience, or Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven expertise in hardware design for semiconductor testing or power delivery systems.
• Strong background in PI/SI analysis using tools such as PowerDC, PowerSI, ADS, HFSS, and Clarity 3D.
• Experience with schematic and layout tools such as Cadence Virtuoso.
• Familiarity with communication protocols including SPI, I2C, I3C, SPMI, and UART.
• Hands-on experience with lab instruments: oscilloscopes, VNAs, signal generators, and electronic loads.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in cross-functional, global teams.
• Demonstrated ability to publish and present technical work is a plus.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

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

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