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Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Linux Kernal Driver Development

Marvell
US-MA - Westborough, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Mar 2026
💰 $217,890/yr($147,200/yr$217,890/yr)

About the role

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 is a leading provider of innovative technologies, including ultra-fast read channels, high-performance processors, leading edge transceivers, highly efficient analog designs, and powerful cryptographic engines. These solutions address all segments of the hard disk drive (HDD) and solid-state drive (SSD) electronics markets, providing complete solutions including controllers, product firmware, and reference board designs. Many of the same technologies have been utilized in Marvell system solutions products, powering PCs, servers, cloud, and enterprise systems.

What You Can Expect

  • Architect, design and develop system software for reliable, scalable, high performing network and storage systems using C/C++.
  • Plan, schedule, estimate efforts for projects and provide technical guidance to junior engineers during execution.
  • Designing and Developing using Linux. C/C++, Python.
  • Prototyping new modules for new co-processor architecture.
  • Profiling HW performance and programming interfaces.
  • Unit testing various modules, and running required System and Integration tests using Python

What We're Looking For

  • BS/MS (preferred) degree in CS/EE or related technical field(s).

  • 5+ years of previous experience.

  • Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python, in a Unix/Linux environment, with good problem-solving skills.

  • Good understanding of Linux/Unix internals, with experience working on multi-threaded systems.

  • Linux Kernel Driver Development

  • Good understanding of CPU architectures, preferably ARMv8.

  • Good Design and Development experience, MS in EE/CS and 5+ years of experience with good verbal and written communication skills.

  • Good understanding of Ethernet and IP network layers and protocols.

  • Good understanding of HW logic design and preferably RTL emulation environments.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

147,200 - 217,890, $ 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.

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.

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