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Senior Staff Embedded Device Software Engineer

Marvell, Irvine, CA

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Location: Irvine, CA
Work type: Not given
Level: Staff
Experience: 5+ years
Skills in the job text: Python
C
Jira
Linux
Posted: Sep 16, 2026
Last check: 8 h ago
Job type: Software engineering

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What you need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 5+ years of industry experience, or

Master’s degree in a related field with 3+ years of industry experience.

Proficiency in C programming for embedded systems across various OS environments (Linux, Windows).
Hands-on experience with Windows Visual Studio and system-level software development.
Strong understanding of structured programming principles, including parameter passing, abstract data types, and data encapsulation.

Solid experience with Python for scripting and tool development.

Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git), CI/CD workflows, and issue tracking systems (e.g. Jira).

Demonstrated ability to follow coding standards and best practices.

Excellent debugging skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD) 132,500 – 196,140, $ 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.


This role is eligible to participate in Marvell's bonus and equity plans, including a new hire equity grant and annual equity refreshers, ensuring you are rewarded for your contributions and remain invested in the company's long-term success.
 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.

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.

Your Team, Your Impact

The Ethernet PHY group at Marvell is at the forefront of designing and developing high-speed transceivers for computer networks. We are seeking a Senior Staff Embedded Device Software Engineer who is passionate about technology and committed to delivering high-quality, scalable embedded software solutions. As a key member of our PHY embedded software team, you will contribute to the development of drivers and embedded device software for high-performance, mixed-signal DSP communication transceivers.

What You Can Expect

Design, develop, and test software components for a structured API that enables high-level programming interfaces to Marvell’s Ethernet transceivers.
Develop and maintain kernel PHY drivers for Marvell’s Ethernet transceiver products.
Create utilities and tools to support embedded software development, debugging, evaluation, and diagnostics.
Build and maintain test infrastructure, including test data analysis tools and automated test scripts.
Collaborate with hardware and firmware teams to analyze system performance and identify optimization opportunities.
Contribute to Python-based GUI development and automated data collection/analysis infrastructure.
Support Field Application Engineering (FAE) teams in resolving customer issues and providing technical guidance.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing and debugging Linux kernel drivers, especially for PHY devices.
Hands-on exposure to AI-assisted software development, including GitHub Copilot
Hands-on experience with Ethernet transceiver device drivers and knowledge of Ethernet physical layer protocols.
Familiarity with Ethernet switching, MAC/PHY/SerDes, MACsec, PTP, and High Availability systems.

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.

Legal notes

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.

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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