Distinguished Engineer: Advanced Optical Engines

1 Month ago • 15 Years + • Software Development & Engineering • $203,900 PA - $305,500 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Optical Design and Engineering group is responsible for engineering design and production transfer of advanced optics products for next-generation data center and AI markets. The Distinguished Engineer will have 15+ years of experience in high-speed optics and module design and management. This role requires a proven record of leading module engineering teams beyond 100G, successfully bringing products to volume production, and building design teams. Key responsibilities include designing optical modules at 100G and above, managing multiple teams globally, and demonstrating strong technical leadership.
Must have:
  • Good background in high-speed optical devices such as laser, detectors, modulators and integrated optical components, especially high speed linear integrated components.
  • Familiar with the use of optical and electronic modeling and simulation software to model and design optical transmission systems.
  • Familiarity with higher order PAM transmission format is required.
  • Hands-on product development experience with 2.5D/3D optical-electronic integration techniques.
  • Familiarity with and working knowledge of the supplier eco-system for highly integrated opto-electronic components and modules.
  • Ability to work in an integrated, global team environment.
  • Ability to work with a large body of data and the necessary statistical analysis tools, develop models to analyze the data and the ability to present the data and ideas to a diverse audience.
  • Design of optical modules at speeds 100G and above.
  • Experience in managing multiple teams at multiple locations.
  • Proven Technical Leadership.
  • Bachelors, Masters or PhD with minimum 15+ years of experience (or equivalent) in optical modules.
  • Successful track record of design and taking high-speed optical modules and compact sub-systems to high volume production.
  • Highly effective communication and presentation.
Good to have:
  • Hands-on, roll-up-the-sleeves capabilities.
  • Outstanding Communicator.
  • Action-Oriented.
  • Establishes credibility quickly with both internal and external constituents.
  • High energy disciplined and focused.
  • Effective team player.
  • Professional.
Perks:
  • flexible time off
  • 401k
  • year-end shutdown
  • floating holidays
  • paid time off to volunteer

Job Details

Your Team, Your Impact

The Optical Design and Engineering group, part of the core Data Canter Engineering team, reporting to the President, Data Center Group, will be responsible for all aspects of engineering design and transfer to production of advanced optics products for next-generation data center and AI market segments.

What You Can Expect

  • Good background in high-speed optical devices such as laser, detectors, modulators and integrated optical components, especially high speed linear integrated components.
  • Familiar with the use of optical and electronic modeling and simulation software to model and design optical transmission systems. Familiarity with higher order PAM transmission format is required.
  • Hands-on product development experience with 2.5D/3D optical-electronic integration techniques.
  • Familiarity with and working knowledge of the supplier eco-system for highly integrated opto-electronic components and modules.
  • Ability to work in an integrated, global team environment.
  • Ability to work with a large body of data and the necessary statistical analysis tools, develop models to analyze the data and the ability to present the data and ideas to a diverse audience.

DESIRED PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

The successful candidate will exhibit

  • Hands-on, roll-up-the-sleeves capabilities. Able and interested in the basics and the high strategic level, and everything in between. Strong ability to work at the highest levels of the organization while relating well to those throughout the work force.
  • Outstanding Communicator. Superior written and oral communication skills; presents his/her views in a clear and compelling manner. Must be an excellent listener to ensure strong communications with the team. Able to collaborate cross-functionally and globally. Strong consensus-building skills.
  • Action-Oriented. A proactive self-starter with commitment who moves programs forward and complete their execution.
  • Establishes credibility quickly with both internal and external constituents.
  • High energy disciplined and focused. Viewed by colleagues and subordinates as a very positive, genuine personality. Someone who is clearly focused on doing what is in the best interests of the company.
  • Effective team player. A highly motivated, collaborative team player who actively contributes to an atmosphere in which people work together, enthusiastically and effectively, to produce outstanding results.
  • Professional. Unquestionable integrity, credibility and character.

What We're Looking For

Distinguished Engineer, will possess 15+ years professional experience reflective of a strong high-speed optics and module design and management expertise. The successful candidate must have a proven record of leading module engineering teams at speeds beyond 100G and have successfully placed products into volume production. The successful candidate should have a track record of building a design team.

Technical Description

  • Design of optical modules at speeds 100G and above
  • Experience in managing multiple teams at multiple locations
  • Proven Technical Leadership

Requirements:

  • Bachelors, Masters or PhD with minimum 15+ years of experience (or equivalent) in optical modules
  • Successful track record of design and taking high-speed optical modules and compact sub-systems to high volume production.
  • Highly effective communication and presentation.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

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

At Marvell, we offer a total compensation package with a base, bonus and equity.Health and financial wellbeing are part of the package. That means flexible time off, 401k, plus a year-end shutdown, floating holidays, paid time off to volunteer. Have a question about our benefits packages - health or financial? Ask your recruiter 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.

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Marvell’s semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world. Across enterprise, cloud and AI, automotive, 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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