Firmware Engineer – Early Career

Marvell Technology

Firmware Engineer developing embedded solutions for optical components at Marvell. Transforming system requirements into functional firmware and ensuring product lifecycle from concept to completion.

Posted 4/15/2026full-timeWestlake Village • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $86,900 - $128,540 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonRTOS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Transform system level requirements into functional firmware
Create documentation, including functional specifications, design documents, and test specifications
Design and implement code unit testing processes
Design and execute automated regression testing systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science
0-2 years of relevant experience
Experience with microprocessor architectures, such as ARM or RISC V
Proficient in C and Python
Solid understanding of RTOS fundamentals, including queuing, memory management, and interrupt processing
Experience developing embedded device drivers and working with common communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I²C, MDIO, UART)
Ability to read and interpret hardware design schematics
Proficiency with development tools, including version control (Git), build environments (IDEs, gmake), and code auto-documenting systems (e.g., Doxygen)
Excellent written and verbal English skills, with an emphasis on clarity and technical precision
Exceptional multitasking and organizational abilities, with a track record of managing multiple priorities in fast paced environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones

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Hard Skills & Tools

CPythonmicroprocessor architecturesARMRISC VRTOS fundamentalsembedded device driverscommunication protocolsSPII²C

Soft Skills

written communicationverbal communicationmultitaskingorganizational abilitiesclaritytechnical precision

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Computer Science