Distinguished Engineer – Enterprise Switching & High-Speed Connectivity

Marvell · Santa Clara, CA

principal software engineering Principal Engineer tech_leadership 20+ yrs Bachelor's · Posted Apr 20, 2026

About this role

Marvell is hiring a principal-level Principal Engineer in the software engineering function based in Santa Clara, CA. The posting calls out experience with Python, C, Automation, System Design and roughly 20+ years of relevant work. Listed education preference: a bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Role
Principal Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
principal
Track
Tech leadership
Employment
Full-time
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Experience
20+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Posted
Apr 20, 2026
AI Summary
Lead system-level architecture and roadmap strategy for enterprise switches, PHYs, and retimers across 1G–200G+ segments. Drive design wins at Tier-1 accounts, set architectural vision, and serve as senior technical voice. Requires 20+ years in enterprise switching, high-speed connectivity, Ethernet PHY, SerDes, or system architecture with deep expertise in switching architectures, high-speed interconnects, and customer engagement.
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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. 

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