TL;DR

SerDes Validation Senior Staff Engineer (AI): Validating Ethernet, PCIe, and other high-speed interfaces in a post-silicon environment, from IP stage to customer application. Focus on SerDes engineering aspects, including circuitries, DSP algorithm, and electrical performance compliance.

Location: Onsite - Santa Clara, CA

Salary: $127,630 - $191,200 per annum

Company

Marvell’s semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world.

What you will do

  • Complete ownership of high speed SerDes validation in post-silicon environment. Document, execute and report overall PHY validation for Marvell custom silicon devices.
  • Perform lab-based silicon bring-up and SerDes engineering focused on Ethernet/PCIe/D2D Physical layer functionality.
  • Participate in collaborative discussions to drive resolution for technical issues.
  • Troubleshoot failing tests with diagnostics, hardware analyzers and software tools.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to debug any post-silicon and/or customer issues related to SerDes PHY.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields and 5-7 years of related professional experience OR Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields with 3-5 years of experience.
  • 3+ years of experience with high-speed IO testing, debugging and validation
  • In depth working knowledge of test equipment used for SERDES characterization (Scope, BERT, Network analyzer etc.).
  • Strong understanding of high-speed SerDes, equalization technique and SerDes links and channels.
  • Working knowledge of Ethernet/PCIe interface and characterization.
  • Experience with Python, or other programming language.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of the physical and protocol levels (PIPE I/F, PCS, MAC) of one or more common high-speed interfaces is an asset.
  • Knowledge of board design, board schematics and board layout, and signal integrity is a plus.

Culture & Benefits

  • Marvell is committed to providing exceptional, comprehensive benefits that support our employees at every stage.
  • 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.