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Staff Optical Engineer

Marvell
Santa Clara, CA
On-siteUSD 113,920 - 170,600 / year

About this role

Job title: Staff Optical Engineer

About the Role Join a world-class team specializing in the design and validation of optical transceivers, where you'll contribute to high-performance calibration techniques, advanced test methodologies, and robust infrastructure for cutting-edge optical communication modules. Your work will support products from R&D through high-volume manufacturing, ensuring quality and performance at every stage.

What You'll Do

  • Be part of a development team responsible for bring-up, calibration, optimization, troubleshooting, and Design Verification Testing (DVT) for Marvell’s optical transceivers.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Photonic Integrated Circuits (PIC), analog IC, coherent DSP, broadband analog IC, firmware, and system engineering.
  • Develop and maintain Python-based automation scripts to streamline validation workflows and improve correlation processes.
  • Perform data analysis to enhance product performance, refine test and calibration methodologies, and support mass-production readiness.
  • Build, maintain, and enhance testbeds consisting of optical test equipment such as high-resolution OSA, VOA, EDFA, and WSS.

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields and 3-5 years of related professional experience OR Master’s degree and/or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields with 2-3 years of experience.
  • Knowledge of optical communications from system to component level.
  • Capable programmer with experience in Python. Experience with automating instrument control.
  • Ability to validate hardware and debug electronic hardware.
  • Background in digital signal processing preferred.

Nice to Have

  • Background in digital signal processing.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary: USD 113,920 - 170,600 per year.
  • Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back.
  • Family support programs to help balance work and home life.
  • Mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being.
  • Recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones.

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