Optical Systems Engineer - Data Center Hardware

What We're Looking For

• M.S. in Optical Engineering, Photonics, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in optical communications hardware, with a minimum of 5 years focused on data center or high-performance computing interconnects.
• Strong experience designing structured cabling solutions for high-density rack environments, including MPO trunk routing, shuffle design, and breakout panel integration.
• Deep expertise in fiber optic connectors, connector grades, and end-face geometry; proficiency with IEC 61300-3-35 inspection criteria.
• Strong familiarity with fiber troubleshooting tools and equipment (OTDR, OCDR etc.).
• Strong familiarity with mechanical CAD tools (SolidWorks or equivalent) for optical component placement and cable routing reviews.
• Solid understanding of single-mode fiber, polarization maintaining fiber and bend-insensitive fiber characteristics and standards.
• Understanding of Silicon photonics platforms and CPO & NPO architectures and associated optical engine integration challenges.
• Experience with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet optical PMD specifications.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD) 134,390 - 201,300, $ 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. 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.

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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.

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