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System Engineer Intern (Optical DSP) - Master's Degree

Marvell Semiconductor, Inc.
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United States, California, Santa Clara
5488 Marvell Lane (Show on map)
Jan 10, 2026

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

Marvell's System team is within the Data Center Engineering Business Unit and plays a key role in the design, development, and characterization of Marvell's next generation Optical Digital Signal Processing (ODSP) products. The team focuses on optical system-level characterization in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

What You Can Expect

  • Learn to work independently and methodologically using industry-standard tools.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers (system design, hardware, firmware, and validation) to develop characterization and validation tests.
  • Contribute to the design, bring-up and optimization of optical platforms for next-generation ODSP.
  • Perform optical system validation in a supportive and dynamic environment.
  • Develop automatic scripts to support data collection and analysis.
  • Assist with project tasks, reporting, and documentation.

What We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or other related fields with an anticipated graduation date between Winter 2026 and Spring 2027
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills
  • Proficiency in Python, C, and/or MATLAB
  • Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independent

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of optics, especially optical fiber, lasers, modulators, and photodetectors
  • Knowledge of DSP concepts
  • Experience in testing involving fiber optics

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

31 - 63, $ per hour.

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.

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 for our interns: medical, dental, and vision coverage, perks and discounts, robust mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being, and paid holidays. Additional compensation may be available for intern PhD candidates. 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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