Lab Technician Staff Specialist

Marvell Technology • Santa Clara, CA

1d • $30 - $46 • Onsite

About The Position

Marvell is a semiconductor solutions company that provides essential building blocks for the data infrastructure connecting our world, spanning enterprise, cloud and AI, and carrier architectures. The Custom Cloud Solutions (CCS) Hardware Validation Group is responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of next-generation data center ASIC and SoC products. This diverse portfolio includes cloud infrastructure, AI accelerators, network processors, NICs, custom ASICs, SSD controllers, CXL devices, and domain-specific accelerators. The team manages end-to-end hardware validation, from early silicon bring-up through system-level qualification. Their scope encompasses functional hardware validation, electrical characterization, high-speed SERDES validation, and system/platform validation, all executed in advanced, fully instrumented hardware labs. The group validates complex, high-performance silicon and platforms across a wide range of critical technologies and interfaces, including Memory Subsystems (DDR, HBM, memory controllers), High Speed Interconnects (PCIe, Ethernet, CPRI, PAM4/NRZ), D2D interconnects, Storage, and IO (Flash and NVME, SSD controllers, USB) and System and Platform testing.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of hands-on experience in hardware or engineering lab environments
• Excellent rework and soldering skills, including BGA devices and fine-pitch components down to 0201 size
• Strong expertise in reading PCB schematics and using layout tools to trace signals and identify test points
• Solid experience in board bring-up, hardware debugging, and troubleshooting, with the ability to isolate component-level issues using diagnostics and schematics
• Proven experience managing lab inventory, including test samples, boards, subsystems, and equipment
• Strong documentation skills, including maintaining detailed test logs, reports, and shared data repositories
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux environments (Ubuntu, RHEL), including setting up new lab PC systems and configuring static IP addresses
• Basic networking knowledge for lab systems and remote access support
• Working knowledge of ESD protection procedures and lab safety practices
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and cross-functional communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and methodical in approach

Responsibilities

• Lab technician expert responsible for reliable operation and optimization of hardware lab environments and test systems
• Support engineering teams in hardware bring-up, validation, debugging, and characterization activities
• Execute test plans by configuring, launching, and monitoring test programs, ensuring accurate data collection across multiple stations
• Perform hands-on lab work including setting up test platforms, connecting equipment, and taking precise measurements using standard lab instruments
• Analyze PCB schematics and layout tools to locate test points, trace interconnections, and support troubleshooting efforts
• Assist engineers in debugging circuit boards and isolating hardware issues
• Collect, post-process, review, and summarize test data, maintaining accurate logs and reports in shared systems
• Manage lab inventory, including test samples, boards, subsystems, and equipment, ensuring readiness and organization
• Perform board rework and modifications as required to support testing and validation activities
• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve lab workflows, processes, and overall efficiency

Benefits

• Exceptional, comprehensive benefits that support our employees at every stage - from internship to retirement and through life’s most important moments.
• Offerings built around four key pillars: financial well-being, family support, mental and physical health, and recognition.
• 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
• Recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees