Hardware Validation (Test Solutions) Engineer

Hardware Validation (Test Solutions) Engineer Marvell Semiconductor, Inc. United States, Vermont, Burlington 128 Lakeside Avenue (Show on map) Mar 17, 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 The ASIC Business Unit in Marvell performs hardware validation of customer ASICs in leading edge silicon technologies. The team defines and develops test requirements used in the manufacture of Marvell ASIC devices. Through the hardware evaluation of customer designs, engineers on this team are exposed to several areas of the ASIC business and develop a comprehensive understanding of design, process, and ASIC methodology. The team serves a vital role in diagnosing circuit issues and guiding the ASIC development teams through problem resolution. In this position, candidates will support the development of the ASIC lab which is an environment open to free thinking and creative engineering. As a member of this dynamic team, candidates will be responsible for creating lab test setups, characterizing circuits, analyzing data, creating unique scripts, coding, and assisting in the resolution of circuit issues.

What You Can Expect Job Responsibilities:

Develop lab front-end-hardware: create printed circuit board specialized hardware solutions to enable lab-based testing. Develop unique mechanical and thermal interfaces and supporting hardware for product characterization. Develop lab test solutions: enhance the lab's infrastructure by creating new hardware solutions to provide new testing capabilities and compliance with silicon requirements. Ensure quality and performance: develop test solutions based on product application conditions, IP capabilities, design timing margins, and process technology specifications. Refine these solutions through extensive ATE and lab characterization and customer system feedback. Identify and address faults: participate in hardware validation, resolve board issues and identify areas for improvement.

Collaboration:

collaborate with design, DFT and test engineering teams to define DFT requirements and translate them into lab-based front-end-hardware solutions. Develop an understanding of the ASIC characterization and hardware validation process. What We're Looking For Test Solutions Engineering (TSE) plays a central role in Marvell, ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of our Marvell Custom Silicon products. This role begins early in the design process and is central to enabling the rapid production ramps and demands of our hyper-scaler customers.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidate MUST have a BS/MS degree in EE/CS or related technical field(s). 1-3 years of previous experience in printed circuit board design/fabrication, ASIC or Custom Product test, development, or product characterization. Experience with lab equipment and its use - power supplies, oscilloscopes, and meters. Programming Skills in C/C++/Python or related language Good written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

1-3 years prior experience in printed circuit board development Previous experience in ASIC or Custom Silicon development Experience in semiconductor product validation, test, quality & reliability, or DFT.

Skills and Experience:

Experience in developing printed circuit boards, including board simulation. Experience using scripts to perform engineering analysis and automation. Proficiency using peripheral equipment in a lab setting to perform characterization. Excellent collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams. Expected Base Pay Range (USD) 109,400 - 161,950, $ 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. #LI-LM1