Senior Validation Engineer
- Pay
- $91,760 – $137,400 per year
- Location
- Santa Clara, CA · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Senior
- Experience
- 1+ year
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 29 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- analog and mixed-signal design
- high-speed PHY/SerDes
- Python
- Matlab
Stated benefits & perks
- Equity
- Bonus
Pay and benefits
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields and 1-2 years of related professional experience OR Master's degree and/or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields with no experience. Strong analog and mixed-signal knowledge. Solid understanding of modern high-speed PHY/Serdes.
Solid programming skill in languages such as Python, Matlab, etc. Strong team work and communication skills. Demonstrates good analysis and problem-solving skills. Expected Base Pay Range (USD) 91,760 - 137,400, $ 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. 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.
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. #LI-AR3
About Marvell
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 As a Hardware and Silicon Validation Senior Engineer at Marvell, you'll be helping to deliver high bandwidth over long distances. This team performs analog validations on amplifiers that drive optical electronic devices and receivers.
We also validate silicon photonics, do upper electronic measurements and support the coherent digital signal programming unit. This is a niche area at Marvell, working with cutting edge technologies used by many internal and external customers around the world.
What You Can Expect Represent system engineering team while engaging with functional teams (such as digital, analog, firmware) to develop Marvell's next gen, high-speed networking PHY Serdes IP/ICs. Work independently and collaboratively in post-silicon validation team to collect and analyze massive bench data and drive tuning parameters to ensure product quality.
Characterize electrical parameters and building blocks such as Tx jitters, CDR loops, CTLE, PLL, etc. Tune internal circuits such as peaking, bandwidth, FIFO, and adaptation algorithms to optimize product's operating margin under stressed PVT conditions. Involve in system level hardware (PCB schematics) and work with SI and layout teams to build engineering boards.
Create, maintain and own bench automation libraries (python) for various of products. Share your ideas and contribute work that will have a direct impact upon the product of company.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
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.
From Marvell's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 11, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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The Senior Validation Engineer posting at Marvell states compensation of $91,760 – $137,400 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Marvell's official career site.
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