Principal System and PCB Design Engineer - Power Focus/Power Supply designs/Power Delivery Network (PDN) /Power Integrity (PI)

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

Role Overview

Seeking a self-motivated and team-oriented System and PCB Design Engineer to lead the power architecture and hardware design for complex XPU and Custom silicon-based reference products. While the role involves advanced hardware design, the primary focus is on defining, simulating, and validating robust power delivery systems for state-of-the-art Marvell XPU/Custom silicon and other high-performance devices.

What You Can Expect

Power System Design & DC/DC Expertise

• Architectural Design: Lead the definition and design of complex multi-phase DC/DC converter systems (Buck) to support high-current (500A+) XPU/Custom silicon power rails.
• Modeling & Simulation: Perform rigorous DC/DC control loop modeling and stability analysis. Conduct comprehensive Power Integrity (PI) simulations to analyze AC impedance, transient response, and IR drop using tools such as Cadence Sigrity, Ansys SIwave, Keysight ADS, HSPICE or Simplis
• PDN Optimization: Collaborate with layout teams to optimize the Power Delivery Network (PDN) stack-up and decoupling strategies to meet stringent ripple and noise specifications for Custom silicon interfaces.
• Component Selection: Select and qualify critical power components (Power Stages, Inductors, Controllers) based on efficiency, thermal performance, and space constraints in high-density PCB environments.
• Validation: Hands-on characterization of power rails, including load-line measurements, efficiency mapping, and thermal profiling under worst-case software workloads.

System & Hardware Responsibilities

• Design & Bring-up: Work with chip designers and hardware/software engineers to design, bring-up, test, and debug issues in reference products.
• System Knowledge: Maintain a strong understanding of multi-core processors, DDR4/5 memory, and high-speed SerDes interfaces (PCIe Gen 5/6/7 and 112G/224G Ethernet) as they relate to overall system power requirements.
• Technical Documentation: Create design documents to facilitate and support internal and external customer designs based on Marvell XPU/Custom silicon.

What We're Looking For

Necessary Background & Experience

• BSEE/MSEE (MSEE preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in designing high-density PCBs with a heavy emphasis on power supply designs and high-current voltage regulators.
• Simulation Expertise: Proven experience in PI simulation and analysis involving high-current power delivery networks.
• Mindset: "Can-do" attitude, special attention to detail ("doing it right the first time"), and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

150,680 - 225,700, $ 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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