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Marvell Technology

Principal Test Hardware Engineer

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In-Office
Santa Clara, CA, USA
151K-226K Annually
Expert/Leader
In-Office
Santa Clara, CA, USA
151K-226K Annually
Expert/Leader
Leads test hardware new product introduction from development through validation, manages suppliers and spending, establishes technology roadmaps, evaluates technical solutions, and coordinates requirements and delivery with internal teams, customers, vendors, procurement, and global test operations. The role requires expertise in test hardware development and manufacturing, probe technology, automated IC test equipment, and test hardware components.
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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

As a Hardware Design Principal Engineer with Marvell, you’ll be a member of the Central Engineering business group. If you picture Marvell as a wheel, Central Engineering is the center hub providing IP to be used by all the other spokes on that wheel, including Automotive, Storage, Security, and Networking. You’ll be part of the printed circuit board (PCB) engineering team designing boards for many different groups at Marvell. Additionally, Marvell is designing more complex chips and boards than our competitors, for higher speeds than anyone else. We’re on the leading edge of this technology and you’ll love being a part of this.

What You Can Expect


  • Drive Test Hardware NPI process from development / ordering / delivery / validation
  • Optimize Marvell suppliers and spending on Test Hardware
  • Develop and enhance strategic partnerships with suppliers
  • Drive Test Hardware Technology reviews and roadmaps to insure alignment with Marvell product requirements
  • Develop technical knowledge of industry solutions and drive process to select the optimal technical / business solution for each product.
  • Interface with external and internal customers on test hardware requirements, schedules and status updates.
  • Work with and communication with our hardware Test Operations engineering teams worldwide

What We're Looking For


Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields and 10-15 years of related professional experience. OR  Master’s degree and/or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields with 5-10 years of experience.

  • A strong knowledge in test hardware development and manufacturing processes.
  • Experience in design, development and support of test hardware.
  • Strong knowledge of probe technology
  • Experience in automated IC test equipment's (Automatic Test Equipment, Wafer Probers, Auto Test handlers)
  • Good inter-personal relationship skills as this position requires lots of interactions with other groups and vendors
  • Self-driven individual, able to work with minimal supervision
  • Must be able to work in a multi-tasking, fast-paced, team-oriented working environment.
  • Strive to drive projects into an efficient and timely completion.
  • Great verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work across time zones (US / Asia) to drive project delivery.
  • Ability to drive suppliers and partner with procurement in optimizing test hardware spending.

Preferred

  • Strong technical program management experience
  • Knowledgeable with Test-hardware which includes Probe Cards, Sockets, Load boards and Change kits

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

150,680 - 225,700, $ 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.

This role is eligible to participate in Marvell's bonus and equity plans, including a new hire equity grant and annual equity refreshers, ensuring you are rewarded for your contributions and remain invested in the company's long-term success.

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 [email protected].

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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