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Senior Principal Embedded Firmware Software Engineer - Networking PAM4 DSP/data center/ODSP/AEC/Microled/AI connectivity

Marvell Semiconductor, Inc.
United States, California, Santa Clara
5488 Marvell Lane (Show on map)
Aug 05, 2026

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

Marvell is a leading provider of innovative technologies, including ultra-fast read channels, high-performance processors, leading edge transceivers, highly efficient analog designs, and powerful cryptographic engines. These solutions address all segments of the hard disk drive (HDD) and solid-state drive (SSD) electronics markets, providing complete solutions including controllers, product firmware, and reference board designs. Many of the same technologies have been utilized in Marvell system solutions products, powering PCs, servers, cloud, and enterprise systems.

What You Can Expect

* Architect and design the simulator for Marvell's SSD controller SOCs.
* Identify and document requirements for the functional simulation models.
* Design and develop SoC IP functional models at the register level.
* Design and develop models of various NAND flash memories.
* Mentor simulator developers.
* Participate in design and code reviews.
* Evangelize simulator usage in the organization.
* Conduct user training.

What We're Looking For

Basic Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields, and at least15 years of related professional experience.
* Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields with at least 10 years of experience.
* Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields with at least 8 years of experience.
* At least 10 years experience in programming in C/C++
* At least 5 years of experience in Hardware Abstraction Layer development or similar Hardware touching feature development.
* At least 3 years of experience in developing and using simulators.
* At least 5 years of hands-on experience debugging using interactive debuggers, in-circuit emulators, JTAG debuggers, ETM, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:
* 5 + years of experience in SSD firmware development.
* Knowledge of NVMe, ONFI and TOGGLE protocols.
* 2+ years of Python programming experience.
* Synopsys Virtualizer, QEMU or Wind River SIMICS based model development experience.
* 2+ years of modeling experience using SystemC/C++/DML.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

154,680 - 231,700, $ 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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Any applicant who requires a reasonable accommodation during the selection process should contact Marvell HR Helpdesk at TAOps@marvell.com.

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.

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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