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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

Marvell's Photonic Fabric Engineering team is at the forefront of one of the most exciting technology transitions in the semiconductor industry — bringing Silicon Photonics (SiPh) from cutting-edge research into high-volume production for next-generation AI and data center interconnects. Our team develops and characterizes Marvell's Photonic Fabric™ technology, the most advanced photonic integrated circuits (PICs) in the industry, enabling breakthrough XPU connectivity for hyperscale AI infrastructure.

What You Can Expect

Lead the Photonics test and characterization of high-speed optical networking products and sub-systems that are ushering in the next generation of AI XPU connectivity and are built on the most advanced PICs in the industry.

Own the photonic validation of opto-electronic I/O engines supporting state-of-the-art aggregate data rates for scale-up networks in data-centers.

Work cross-functionally across the organization to demonstrate, validate and troubleshoot key building blocks of Marvell’s groundbreaking Photonic FabricTM technology platform and support new product introduction (NPI) from R&D through to manufacturing test.

Collaborate with ASIC & AMS design and packaging teams to improve device performance and test coverage.

What We're Looking For

Strong experience designing and executing test plans for datacom optical transceivers, photonic integrated circuits (PICs) & optoelectronic subassemblies, with the ability to analyze and understand the resulting data.

Strong experience performing high-speed (56Gbps+/lane) optical and electrical measurements including Bit Error Rate (BER) testing, eye-diagram analysis and link control loop testing.

Strong familiarity with fundamentals of optical characterization, including spectral testing and insertion & return loss measurements.

Familiarity with current trends in the industry related to CPO and NPO products

Strong experience with data analysis tools (JMP, DataConductor or similar)

Ability to automate test setups using standard scripting languages (Python preferred) and to integrate standard instruments (oscilloscopes, BERTs, AWGs, tunable lasers, optical spectrum analyzers etc).

Familiarity with Analog and Photonics device and circuit design principles is a big plus.

Education requirements

Minimum MS in engineering or physics. PhD is preferred.

Experience requirements

Minimum 7 years of relevant experience

Attributes

Self-starter Thrives in a highly collaborative and dynamic work environmentHas excellent oral and written communication skillsCreativity in problem-solving with strong attention to detail

Expected Base Pay Range (USD) 134,390 - 201,300, $ 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.

This role is eligible to participate in Marvell's bonus and equity plans, including a new hire equity grant and annual equity refreshers, ensuring you are rewarded for your contributions and remain invested in the company's long-term success.

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 TAOps@marvell.com .

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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