Marvell Technology · 4 hours ago
Optical Communication System Test Engineer
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$159K/yr - $238K/yr
10+ years expMarvell Technology is a leader in semiconductor solutions that power data infrastructure. They are seeking an Optical Communication System Test Engineer to join their Data Center Engineering Optical Systems team, responsible for system verification, lab-based debugging, and product bring-up in optical communication systems.
Telecom & CommunicationsSemiconductorManufacturingInternet of ThingsDSPWireless
Responsibilities
System verification of coherent DSP: Build and execute test plans for Marvell’s coherent and IMDD DSPs integrated into optical communication systems (OSA, EDFA, wavelength analyzers)
Lab-based debugging: Investigate and resolve customer issues via root-cause analysis using lab experiments on evaluation boards
Product and board bring-up: Lead optical system bring-up for new products and evaluation platforms
Automation & instrumentation: Automate device control and testing (Python, remote scripting), interface with MySQL databases, and manage version control with Git/SVN
Reporting & collaboration: Produce clear validation reports for customers, document test setups/procedures, and work within fast-paced, cross-functional teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Engineer with 10-15 years experience; Master's degree or Ph.D. years 5-10 experience in Electrical Engineering
Experience with optical fiber communication systems, including coherent communications, OSNR, WDM, CD, PMD, PDL, and laser linewidth
Proficiency with optical instruments: optical spectrum analyzers (OSA), wave analyzers, EDFAs, etc
Hands-on experience with test automation, device scripting, and remote lab control (preferably Python)
Solid understanding of optical coherent systems fundamentals
Five days in office, no remote or hybrid offered
Preferred
Experience designing/building optical communication systems (Raman amplifiers, ROADMs)
Familiarity with coherent/IMDD DSP architecture and testing
Skills in MySQL for data analysis and managing large test datasets
Proficiency in version control systems (git/SVN)
Experience with optics modules such as CFP2, OSFP‑XD, or QSFP‑DD formats
Benefits
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
Recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones
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
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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
SVP & CTO, Optical Engineering
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