Senior Principal Test Engineer

Celestial AI
Celestial AI

Quality Assurance

Irvine, CA, USA

USD 162k-239,760 / year + Equity

Posted on Jun 25, 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 is seeking a highly talented Senior Principal Test Engineer to lead New Product Introduction (NPI) of Marvell Packaged Integrated Voltage Regulator (PIVR) powering next-generation high-performance computing (HPC) chipsets. The individual is charged to work with cross functional teams to develop electrical testing of Marvell's PIVR products, designing test hardware with thermal and mechanical considerations. In doing so, establishes standardized processes and methodologies that can be leveraged across Operations Engineering Team.

Idea candidate should have hardware knowledge including load board and socket design for High Power Products. Ability to collaborate with internal teams and partners in developing new hardware. Knowledgeable and experience dissecting any proposed hardware solution. Solid understand and hands-on experience developing test solution for Integrated Voltage Regulator (IVR) or Power Management Integrated IC (PMIC) on state of the art ATE Test Systems.

What You Can Expect

Test Lead – Pre-Silicon & Post-Silicon Validation

  • Lead test program development in coordination with Program Management (PGM) and post-silicon teams, aligning key milestones to support successful New Product Introduction (NPI) deployment.
  • Responsible for overseeing all aspects of test development across both pre-silicon and post-silicon phases.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and develop comprehensive test plans.
  • Drive ATE hardware design, including design initiation, review, and approval prior to manufacturing sign-off.
  • Develop and implement test solutions for Integrated Voltage Regulator (IVR) and Packaged Integrated Voltage Regulator (PIVR) including production test program and test hardware.

What We're Looking For

Core Qualifications & Technical Expertise

  • 15+ years of Test Engineer experience with focus on New Product Introduction (NPI), developing and releasing ATE test solutions enabling High Volume Manufacturing (HVM) ramp
  • Proven leadership experience with 5+ years leading teams and driving test development initiatives
  • Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in PMIC (Power Management IC) testing
  • Proven collaboration with firmware teams to develop and implement ATE firmware solutions
  • Experience utilizing pattern translation tools to convert DFT (Design-for-Test) patterns into ATE-compatible test formats
  • Solid understanding of ATE hardware design processes and key components.
  • In-depth knowledge of Advantest V93000 (93K) hardware and software platforms
  • Advanced programming skills in Java, C/C++, and Python within ATE environments
  • Strong understanding of communication protocols, including debugging and validation
  • Well versed in the use of subversion control such as SVN or Git for test program development and released.

Bonus Qualifications

  • Experience with IVR (Integrated Voltage Regulator) and photonic products, including testing methodologies and application knowledge.
  • Solid understanding of RF/microwave principles, including signal integrity and the impact of mechanical factors on performance.
  • Expert-level experience (preferred) with automated test platforms such as: Advantest V93000 (SmarTest8) and Teradyne UltraFLEX (IG-XL)
  • Hands-on experience with thermal characterization and testing, including an understanding of thermal effects on device performance.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

162,000 - 239,760, $ 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.

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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