Principal Engineer, Silicon Photonics Assembly

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

The Advanced Packaging Technology Development team develops packaging and assembly technologies for Marvell's next-generation silicon photonics and co-packaged optics (CPO) products. The team works closely with product teams, suppliers, and OSAT partners to develop and qualify advanced assembly solutions for complex photonic and semiconductor products.

What You Can Expect

- Develop and qualify assembly technologies for silicon photonics and co-packaged optics (CPO) products, including optical engine and connector attach processes.
- Lead process development, characterization, and design of experiments (DOE) to establish assembly capabilities and process windows.
- Collaborate with OSATs, equipment suppliers, and material vendors to evaluate new assembly processes, materials, and equipment.
- Drive root-cause analysis and resolution of assembly and reliability challenges.
- Provide technical leadership from early technology evaluation through prototype build and product qualification.

What We're Looking For

- M.S. or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in advanced packaging, semiconductor assembly, or technology development.
- Proven track record developing and qualifying advanced package assembly technologies for complex semiconductor products.
- Strong expertise in assembly process development, package integration, and design for manufacturability.
- Experience collaborating with OSATs, equipment suppliers, and cross-functional engineering teams.
- Optical module integration and co-packaged optics (CPO) experience is preferred.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)
168,400 - 249,310, $ 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 [email protected] .

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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