Senior Staff Applications Engineer

Marvell Technology • Santa Clara, CA

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About The Position

Marvell Technology is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Staff Applications Engineer specializing in SerDes IP design and application. This role is critical in driving the successful integration and application of Marvell’s SerDes IP across various customer platforms. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of high-speed serial interface technologies and a strong background in digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms, mixed-signal circuit design, bench debug, system application and customer support.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. Ph.D. is a plus.
• Experience: 5-8+ years of relevant experience in SerDes IP, DSP algorithm development, and mixed-signal circuit design.
• Technical Skills: Strong expertise in SerDes IP and high-speed serial communication protocols (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet).
• Proficient in DSP algorithm design and implementation, including equalization, filtering, and error correction.
• Extensive experience with mixed-signal circuit design, including PLLs, ADCs, DACs, and high-speed analog front-ends.
• Familiarity with EDA tools for mixed-signal design and verification (e.g., Cadence, Synopsys).
• Experience with lab equipment for signal integrity analysis and debugging (e.g., oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers).
• Experience in creating and performing validation test cases/scripts and generating reports.
• Expertise in Ethernet and PCIe protocol system design and application.
• Proficient in Ethernet and PCIe electrical compliance test measurements.
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive and hands-on approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Customer Engagement: Work closely with customers to understand their technical requirements and provide expert guidance on the integration of Marvell's SerDes IP into their systems.
• Technical Support: Provide hands-on technical support during the design, development, and deployment phases, ensuring successful implementation of SerDes IP solutions.
• Design Optimization: Collaborate with internal design teams to optimize SerDes IP performance, focusing on DSP algorithms and mixed-signal circuit components to meet stringent performance and reliability standards.
• Problem Solving: Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex technical issues related to SerDes IP, leveraging deep expertise in both DSP algorithms and mixed-signal design.
• Documentation & Training: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation and conduct training sessions for customers and internal teams on SerDes IP features and best practices.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including product management, design engineering, and quality assurance, to ensure alignment of product capabilities with customer needs.
• Customer Engagement: Work closely with customers to understand their technical requirements and provide expert guidance on the integration of Marvell's SerDes IP into their systems.
• Technical Support: Provide hands-on technical support during the design, development, and deployment phases, ensuring successful implementation of SerDes IP solutions.
• Design Optimization: Collaborate with internal design teams to optimize SerDes IP performance, focusing on DSP algorithms and mixed-signal circuit components to meet stringent performance and reliability standards.
• Problem Solving: Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex technical issues related to SerDes IP, leveraging deep expertise in both DSP algorithms and mixed-signal design.
• Documentation & Training: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation and conduct training sessions for customers and internal teams on SerDes IP features and best practices.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including product management, design engineering, and quality assurance, to ensure alignment of product capabilities with customer needs.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees