Hardware Applications Engineer - Marvell

Avnet LLC

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

401K and Pension Plan

Paid Holidays

Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy,

Adoption)

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins.

Long-term and Short-term Disability

HSA / FSA

Education Assistance

Employee Development Resources

Wellness, Leadership Development and M

Job summary

Avnet LLC is seeking a Marvell Applications Engineer to lead hardware aspects for Marvell switching, PHY, and SoC products. This remote position centers on delivering expert technical support to Avnet's customer base and collaborating with FAEs on Linux BSP, U-boot, drivers, and board designs.

You will work closely with customers to design optimal Marvell-based solutions, diagnose complex HW/SW issues, and participate in training events while maintaining strong independent judgment.

Qualifications

Experience with embedded system hardware (Network SOCs, switches, PHYs, SerDes, PCIe).
Experience programming boot devices such as Flash and EEPROMs.
Knowledge of peripherals (NAND/eMMC/SPI, SDIO, USB, I2C, SPI).
Experience debugging with protocol analyzers and Ethernet test equipment.

Responsibilities

Thoroughly understand Marvell networking components and stay trained on portfolio.
Architect an optimum Marvell-based device solution meeting customer specs.
Investigate HW/SW issues in the field and replicate in Marvell lab.
Provide software and system-level hardware support including Linux BSP and boot loaders.
Perform schematic reviews and assist with design debugging.

Skills

Embedded HW

Networking (Ethernet)

Marvell SoCs

Linux BSP/U-boot

Debugging & analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Who We Are:

At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology. Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

JOB SUMMARY:

Working within the Avnet Centralized Support organization, the Avnet Marvell Applications Engineer will act as the technical lead for Marvell’s switching, PHY, and processor SoC products, with a focus on the hardware aspects required to successfully use those products. This individual will serve as a resident expert and technical support resource for Avnet's customer base. This is a remote / work from home position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Thoroughly understand all major components of Marvell networking products and how they should be used, staying abreast and trained on Marvell’s Switching, Processor, PHY and other product portfolios

Responsible for understanding the technical requirements/specifications of the customer and architecting an optimum Marvell based device solution

Participate in field investigations of complex HW/SW issues and replicate them in Marvell lab using Marvell reference designs and hardware / software tools

Work closely with FAEs to provide software and system level hardware technical support to customers including Linux BSP, U-boot boot loader, device drivers, and board design debug issues

Perform schematic reviews

Identify, analyze, and resolve issues/bugs reported by customers utilizing low level debuggers and boot sequencing

Assist customers with feature implementation from an API, system architecture or platform level

Act as technical liaison between the Avnet FAE and Marvell applications engineering teams for issue escalation and resolution

Participate in Marvell AE training events

Prepare and train FAE’s and/or customers

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Experience with embedded system hardware (Network SOC’s, switches, PHYs, SerDes, PCIe, XAUI, SGMII, DDR, etc)

Experience programming boot devices such as (IP/NAND) Flash, EEPROMs

Working knowledge of peripherals such as Flash devices (NAND/eMMC/SPI), SDIO, HS USB, GE, Serial, I2C, SPI, etc

Experience debugging with protocol analyzers (e.g. Wireshark) and Ethernet Traffic Generators/Testers (e.g. IXIA)

Strong Ethernet networking background, including TSN, AVB, IEEE 1588, TCP/IP, UDP, ARP, DHCP, ICMP, etc

Team attitude, but also ability to work independently for extended periods of time

Some travel to customer sites may be required

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Strong time management and task switching skills are necessary as you may be working on multiple customer problems at a time

Work is performed without appreciable direction using independent judgment and discretion

Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives and priorities

Work may be reviewed at a high level from a relatively long-term perspective, for desired results

Previous Applications / Field Applications Engineering experience a plus

WORK EXPERIENCE:

6-9 years with bachelors' or equivalent combination of formal education and directly related experience.

4-7 years with master's.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent technical education

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What We Offer:

Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.

Generous Paid Time Off

401K and Pension Plan

Paid Holidays

Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account

Education Assistance

Employee Development Resources

Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs

Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company.

Company Overview:

As a leading global technology distributor and solutions provider, Avnet has served customers’ evolving needs for more than a century.

Through regional and specialized businesses around the world, we support customers and suppliers at every stage of the product lifecycle.

We help companies adapt to change and accelerate the design and supply stages of product development.

With a unique viewpoint from the center of the technology value chain, Avnet is a trusted partner that solves complex design and supply chain issues so customers can realize revenue faster.

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