Principal Engineer, Physical Design

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

Built on decades of expertise and execution, Marvell’s custom Processor/ASIC solution offers a differentiated approach with a best-in-class portfolio of data infrastructure intellectual property (IP) and a wide array of flexible business models. In this unique role, you’ll have the opportunity to work on both the physical design and methodology for future designs of our next-generation, high-performance processor chips in a leading-edge CMOS process technology, targeted at server, 5G/6G, and networking applications.

What You Can Expect

You will work with both local and global team members on the physical design of complex chips and lead the development of advanced methodologies that enable scalable, high-performance implementation. As a Principal Engineer, you will operate at the intersection of technical depth and strategic influence, driving innovation across teams and projects.

As a Principal Engineer in the Physical Design team, you will:

• Architect and lead the development of next-generation physical design methodologies and automation flows.
• Provide deep technical leadership in RTL-to-GDSII implementation, including synthesis, floorplanning, place and route, clock tree synthesis, and timing closure.
• Serve as a key technical advisor across multiple projects, influencing design decisions and resolving complex implementation challenges.
• Collaborate with global cross-functional teams, including RTL, verification, and CAD, to ensure cohesive and optimized design execution.
• Mentor and coach senior and junior engineers, fostering technical growth and promoting best practices across the organization.
• Evaluate and drive adoption of emerging EDA tools and technologies in partnership with internal CAD and external vendors.
• Represent the physical design team in strategic technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders, contributing to roadmap planning and methodology evolution.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role you must:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in back-end physical design and verification, including leadership roles.
• Deep understanding of RTL to GDSII flows, including synthesis, place and route, clock tree synthesis, and timing closure.
• Strong expertise in static timing analysis (e.g., PrimeTime, Tempus) and power/signal integrity tools (e.g., Voltus, RedHawk).
• Proficient in scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Tcl, and Makefile for automation and flow development.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and deploying physical design methodologies and flows.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to mentor junior engineers and influence cross-functional teams.
• Experience working with EDA vendors and evaluating new tools and technologies is a plus. 

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

156,400 - 231,440, $ 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.

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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