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Principal Test Engineer

Marvell Semiconductor, Inc.
United States, California, Santa Clara
5488 Marvell Lane (Show on map)
Jan 26, 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 seeking a highly motivated and talented Principal test engineer (or above) to join our dynamic NPI test engineering team. In this role, you will work on cutting-edge, high speed connectivity products using the most advanced technologies.

What You Can Expect

* Lead cutting-edge ATE Test solutions: As a Principal Test Engineer, you will spearhead the development of ATE test solutions for characterization, production and wafer sort on Advantest 93K tester platform. Your work will be at the forefront of technology, ensuring our products meet the highest standards.
* Innovate High-Speed Testing Hardware: Design and develop ATE test hardware for high-speed testing (above 112Gbps), pushing the boundaries of what's possible and ensuring our products are ready for the future.

* Craft Comprehensive Test Plans: Create detailed test plans and methodologies documented that meet stringent product specifications, ensuring every product we release is of the highest quality.

* Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Participate in testability and test plan reviews with DFx and Design teams, working together to define and enhance yield and test methodologies. Your input will be crucial in driving innovation and efficiency.

* Test pattern Generation: Convert test plans from the design simulation environment to ATE format, bridging the gap between design and production.
* Optimize and Innovate: Play a lead role in test flow optimization, reducing test times, removing unnecessary steps, improving yields, and releasing production test programs in collaboration with cross functional teams. Your contribution directly impacts the efficiency and success of our products.

What We're Looking For

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields.
* Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields.
* Proven experience in ATE testing (critical skill), test methodology, silicon process technology, DFT/DFM, and high-speed SerDes testing.

Strong knowledge of Java, C/C++, Perl, Python, and Linux environment.
* Effective interpersonal, teamwork, and communication and problem-solving skills.

* Highly motivated individual contributor with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

133,500 - 200,000, $ 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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