Senior Principal SERDES Engineer - Signal Integrity

What You'll Do

• ensuring robust performance at 112G/224G Ethernet and PCIe Gen6 speeds, enabling ultra-high bandwidth and low-latency interconnects for tomorrow’s compute platforms.
• Lead electrical characterization and compliance for SERDES IP targeting Ethernet IEEE 802.3dj and PCIe Gen6 standards.
• Develop and implement automated validation methodologies, regression frameworks, and compliance test plans for SERDES interface.
• Drive signal integrity analysis and optimization for high-speed channels, including correlation between modeling, simulation and lab measurements.
• Provide technical leadership and applications engineering support to strategic customers.
• Define equipment CAPEX plans for advanced test equipment and ensure readiness for future SERDES IP.
• Mentor and grow team expertise in high-speed signal integrity and debugging.
• Represent Marvell in standards committees (IEEE 802.3, PCI-SIG) and influence next-generation interface specifications.
• Collaborate on high-speed board design, extraction, and characterization, and partner with internal tools teams to build robust test infrastructure.
• Work closely with executive leadership to define long-term SERDES validation strategies impacting Marvell’s success.
• What We're Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields and 12+ years of related professional experience OR Master’s / PhD degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields with 7+ years of experience. 5-7+ years of direct experience in SERDES characterization and design.
• Deep expertise in Ethernet IEEE 802.3ck/dj electrical compliance and validation.
• Strong knowledge of signal integrity principles, channel modeling, and board-level design for high-speed interfaces.
• In depth working knowledge of test equipment used for SERDES characterization (Scope, BERT, Network analyzer etc.).
• Experience in scripting languages development, for example Python, etc.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving attitude and ownership of the group’s results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Expected Base Pay Range (USD) 173,280 - 259,600, $ 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.
• We look forward to sharing more with you during the interview process.
• Any applicant who requires a reasonable accommodation during the selection process should contact Marvell HR Helpdesk at TAOps@marvell.com .
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• 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.
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• Department of State.
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