Validation Engineer (C, Python, Ethernet PHY Testing, Networking L1, L2, L3 (SAI), Switch)

We are seeking a skilled Ethernet PHY/Retimer Testing Engineer to join Marvell's Software Validation Team. This role involves testing and validating Ethernet physical layer (PHY) components to ensure compliance with IEEE standards, signal integrity, and interoperability. The scope covers a wide range of Ethernet speeds, from 10/100/1000 Mbps to 800G, supporting the development of high-performance networking solutions. Responsibilities include developing and executing test plans, analyzing results, and maintaining automation frameworks.

Must Have

• Perform validation of Ethernet PHYs, Retimers, and Switches across various test scenarios.
• Develop and execute test plans for API-level, functional, performance, and stress testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and compliance with specifications.
• Analyze test results, identify issues, and work with development teams for resolution.
• Maintain and enhance test automation frameworks and scripts.
• 2 to 15 Years of hands-on experience in Ethernet PHY/Retimer and Switch validation.
• Proficiency in Python and C for test automation and scripting.
• Solid understanding of Networking and Ethernet standards (IEEE 802.3), MACSEC and PTP protocols.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as Ixia, XENA, Calnex, and Oscilloscopes.
• Familiarity with debugging tools and methodologies in a hardware validation environment.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and great benefits
• Workstyle within an environment of shared collaboration, transparency, and inclusivity
• Tools and resources needed to succeed
• Opportunities to grow and develop with the company

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

We are seeking a skilled Ethernet PHY/Retimer Testing Engineer to join our Software Validation Team. In this role, you will be responsible for testing and validating Ethernet physical layer (PHY) components to ensure compliance with IEEE standards, signal integrity, and interoperability. The scope includes a wide range of Ethernet speeds, from 10/100/1000 Mbps to 2.5G/5G/10G/25G/100G/400G/800G, supporting the development of high-performance networking solutions.

What You Can Expect

• Perform validation of Ethernet PHYs, Retimers, and Switches across various test scenarios.
• Develop and execute test plans for API-level, functional, performance, and stress testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and compliance with specifications.
• Analyze test results, identify issues, and work with development teams for resolution.
• Maintain and enhance test automation frameworks and scripts.

What We're Looking For

• 2 to 15 Years of hands-on experience in Ethernet PHY/Retimer and Switch validation.
• Proficiency in Python and C for test automation and scripting.
• Solid understanding of Networking and Ethernet standards (IEEE 802.3), MACSEC and PTP protocols.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as Ixia, XENA, Calnex, and Oscilloscopes.
• Familiarity with debugging tools and methodologies in a hardware validation environment.

Additional Compensation and Benefit Elements

With competitive compensation and great benefits, you will enjoy our workstyle within an environment of shared collaboration, transparency, and inclusivity. We’re dedicated to giving our people the tools and resources they need to succeed in doing work that matters, and to grow and develop with us. For additional information on what it’s like to work at Marvell, visit our Careers page.

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.

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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