Principal Emulation Engineer

Marvell Technology

Lead development of SubSystem emulation models at Marvell's semiconductor company. Collaborate on design integration and test plans for high-quality product delivery.

Posted 5/5/2026full-timeSanta Clara • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $158,600 - $237,600 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyLinuxPerlPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development of complex SubSystem emulation models, including design integration, environment setup, compilation, and debug across industry-leading platforms (e.g., Veloce, ZeBu, Palladium)
Drive emulation bring-up activities, including clock/reset sequencing, firmware boot, and system validation using pre-silicon hardware models
Create and execute emulation test plans to support verification, performance analysis, software development, and system validation needs across multiple teams
Collaborate closely with RTL design, verification, and firmware teams to define requirements, develop accurate hardware models, and ensure seamless integration into the emulation environment
Debug complex SoC and subsystem issues across RTL, firmware, emulation platforms, and toolchain interactions
Optimize emulation performance, including model partitioning, timing, and runtime efficiency
Automate flows and improve productivity through scripting (Python, Perl, Tcl, shell) and tooling enhancements
Interface with EDA vendors (Synopsys, Cadence, Siemens) to evaluate tool capabilities, resolve technical issues, and drive feature improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science with 10+ years of verification and firmware and software development experience (or MS/PhD with 5+ years experience)
Experience with System Verilog, UVM
Experience with writing a detailed test plan and building a sophisticated, directed, random-verification environment
Experience with scripting language such as Python or Perl and EDA Verification tools
Experience with Object-Oriented Design and implementation
Good understanding of Linux O.S
Good programming skills desired, especially C++ and ARM assembly
Understanding of networking protocols, a plus

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

SubSystem emulation modelsSystem VerilogUVMPythonPerlTclC++ARM assemblyLinux O.Snetworking protocols

Soft Skills

collaborationproblem-solvingcommunicationleadershiporganizational skills

Certifications

BS Computer EngineeringBS Electrical EngineeringBS Computer ScienceMS Computer EngineeringMS Electrical EngineeringMS Computer SciencePhD Computer EngineeringPhD Electrical EngineeringPhD Computer Science