Staff Applications 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

This is a key position that impacts customer production ramp up for the HSC retimer product line. The high speed Ethernet PHY products connect different switches, routers, servers together in an Enterprise or Data Center environment.
This position is specifically for resolving applications issues while supporting customer from design to production.
This role involves working directly with customers, lab testing to duplicate problems and working with the internal R&D team to continuously improve our product line.

What You Can Expect

In this role you will:

• Provide technical support and development on the industry-leading connectivity solution with speeds up to 800Gbps and beyond

• Design and development of firmware and SDKs for high-speed PHY transceivers

• Assist in implementation and validation of drivers of high-speed transceivers , security protocols, clock synchronization protocols including PTP, SyncE

• Conduct hands-on system bring-up and debugging on transceiver technology built on 5nm process node

• Diagnose and resolve complex hardware and software issues through systematic replication and root cause analysis, delivering both remote and on-site customer support

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams in the execution of device-level and system-level testing initiatives

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of high-speed application environments through lab testing and field trials

• Review and provide technical input on hardware schematics

• Collaborate with the sales organization to deliver technical expertise that supports the successful adoption of Marvell Ethernet PHY solutions at key customer accounts

• Design and deliver technical training programs for internal and external stakeholders

• Collaborate across silicon development, system validation, and product marketing organizations to inform the definition of next-generation products and solutions

• Author and maintain high-quality technical collateral, including application notes, user guides, release notes, white papers, and related documentation

What We're Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering or related fields and 3+ years of related professional experience OR Master’s degree and/or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields with 2+ years of experience.

• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and experience working with APIs

• Demonstrated experience in a Systems, Validation, Embedded, or Applications Engineering capacity, preferably with high-speed semiconductor devices

• Working knowledge of device driver development principles and methodologies

• Strong analytical capabilities with a systematic approach to hardware and software debugging

• Practical experience operating lab equipment, including high-speed oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic and protocol analyzers, and traffic generators

• Familiarity with one or more of the following disciplines: high-speed PCB layout, signal integrity analysis, board assembly, or electronics manufacturing

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to convey technical information clearly and effectively in a multicultural, cross-functional environment

• Strong customer orientation, attention to detail, and the capacity to manage multiple concurrent priorities independently

• Ability to travel to customer sites as required, up to 10%

Desired

• Knowledge of complex mixed-signal integrated circuits, SerDes architectures, or high-speed interface protocols and standards is preferred

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.

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