Staff Optical Engineer

Marvell Technology Inc

Santa Clara, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$158,600–$237,600 Per Year
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Broadband, Calibration, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Firmware, Computer Science, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Design Verification, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Electrical Engineering, Establish Priorities, Hardware Debugging, Integrated Circuits (ICs), Manufacturing, Mass Production, Optical Engineering, Optical Transceivers, Performance Testing, Photonic Integrated Circuits, Photonics, Power Amplifier, Process Improvement, Product Lifecycle, Product Support, Production Support, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Assurance Methodology, Realtime Communications, Research & Development (R&D), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Semiconductors, Software Engineering, Stock Purchase Plans, Systems Engineering, Test Design, Test Equipment, Testing, Video Streaming
LOCATION
Santa Clara, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

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

Today's bandwidth-intensive online lifestyle - from streaming video to generative AI - requires high-performance networks with uncompromised quality. Optical communication is ubiquitous in these networks worldwide, both in long and short reaches. With its DSP, broadband amplifiers, photonic ICs and optical transceivers products Marvell technology is enabling this exponential growth of data movement through optical interconnects.

 

What You Can Expect

Join a world-class team specializing in the design and validation of optical transceivers, where youll contribute to the development of high-performance calibration techniques, advanced test methodologies, and robust infrastructure for cutting-edge optical communication modules. Your work will support products throughout their lifecycle-from initial R&D through to high-volume manufacturing-ensuring exceptional quality and performance at every stage.

In this role, you will:

• Be part of a development team responsible for all aspects of bring-up, calibration, optimization, troubleshooting, and Design Verification Testing (DVT) for Marvell's optical transceivers. • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Photonic Integrated Circuits (PIC), analog IC, coherent DSP, broadband analog IC, firmware, and system engineering. • Develop and maintain Python-based automation scripts to streamline validation workflows and improve correlation processes. • Perform data analysis to enhance product performance, refine test and calibration methodologies, and support mass-production readiness. • Build, maintain, and enhance testbeds consisting of optical test equipment such as high-resolution OSA, VOA, EDFA, and WSS.

 

What Were Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields and 3-5 years of related professional experience OR Master's degree and/or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields with 2-3 years of experience. Knowledge of optical communications from system to component level. Capable programmer with experience in Python. Experience with automating instrument control. Ability to validate hardware and debug electronic hardware. Background in digital signal processing preferred.

 

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

$158,600 - $237,600 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.

 

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.

 

Export Control Notice

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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