Marvell Technology · 16 hours ago
Distinguished Engineer, Switch Architect
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$204K/yr - $306K/yr
8+ years expMarvell Technology is a leader in semiconductor solutions, providing essential building blocks for data infrastructure across various sectors. They are seeking a Distinguished Engineer in the Switch Architecture team to shape the architecture of switch devices for cloud and AI workloads, focusing on performance modeling, architectural definition, and standards leadership.
DSPInternet of ThingsManufacturingSemiconductorWireless
Hiring Manager
Jeff Shiverdaker
Responsibilities
Define the architecture for Marvell’s next-generation AI network switch ASICs targeting hyperscale data centers and AI-driven networks
Anticipate technology trends to incorporate them into long-term product planning
Contribute to and help define industry standards, such as Ultra Ethernet and Ultra Accelerator Link
Develop architectural and performance models to evaluate trade-offs in bandwidth, latency, power, and scalability
Collaborate across silicon design, software, systems, and product teams to ensure architectural alignment and delivery
Produce high-quality documentation including device specifications, performance requirements, and modeling results
Serve as a technical advisor to leadership and customers, representing Marvell in strategic discussions
Mentor and lead engineering teams in developing robust switch IP and architecture frameworks
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 15+ years of relevant experience
OR Master's with 10+ years
OR Ph.D. with 8+ years
Proven experience in architecting and designing complex ASICs and network switch architectures
In-depth understanding of high-speed interconnects, Ethernet protocols, and traffic management architectures
Expertise in AI networking topologies, load balancing, and packet processing at scale
Hands-on experience with C/C++, Python, and performance modeling tools
Familiarity with standards development
Strong conceptual and analytical thinking skills with the ability to drive innovation
Excellent communication skills to convey complex architecture concepts to internal and external audiences
A collaborative leader who can work across engineering, product, and customer teams to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions
Demonstrated experience mentoring engineers and influencing product roadmaps
Benefits
Flexible time off
401k
Year-end shutdown
Floating holidays
Paid time off to volunteer
Company
Marvell Technology
We believe that infrastructure powers progress. That execution is as essential as innovation. That better collaboration builds better technology.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2017-01-20Post Ipo Equity
2016-05-13Post Ipo Equity
2015-02-05Acquired
Leadership Team
Matthew Murphy
Chairman and CEO
Radha Nagarajan
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