Senior Principal Memory Architect

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

The Custom Cloud Solutions (CCS) Architecture team is at the forefront of designing and delivering Marvell’s next-generation custom silicon for the world’s most advanced cloud and AI data centers. This group defines the product and technology vision for custom compute ASICs, collaborating closely with top hyperscalers, system architects, and Marvell’s internal design, IP, and technology teams. As a Senior Principal Memory Architect, you will play a key role in defining and delivering memory subsystem solutions that power cutting-edge data center architectures. Your work will directly shape Marvell’s leadership in memory innovation across AI, HPC, and cloud workloads.

What You Can Expect

• Arcitect high-performance HBM/DDR memory subsystems for Marvell’s custom compute products, including developing specifications, performance models, and product requirements.
• Define and evolve Marvell’s memory controller architecture strategy and roadmap, partnering with customers and internal teams to deliver optimal solutions for next-generation workloads.
• Drive micro-architecture development, design specifications, and verification plans in close collaboration with RTL, physical design, and validation teams.
• Develop system-level models to evaluate and optimize performance (throughput, latency, QoS, power, area) across multiple design options.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, and validation organizations to ensure end-to-end product quality, performance, and reliability.
• Lead innovation initiatives around memory subsystem architecture, including ECC, RAS, and reliability improvements for server-class products.
• Represent Marvell in technical discussions with customers and ecosystem partners, influencing industry direction and technical decisions.

On-site requirement: This role is 100% in-office at our Santa Clara, Irvine or Boise locations five days per week (no remote or hybrid work option).

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field and 15+ years of relevant experience, or
• Master’s/PhD with 8+ years of experience in memory architecture or system design.

Technical Expertise

• Deep understanding of DDR/HBM memory subsystem architecture for data center compute, AI, or XPU systems.
• Proven experience designing or specifying HBM/DDR memory controllers and associated subsystems.
• Strong familiarity with JEDEC standards (HBM3/4, DDR4/5, LPDDR5/5X/6) and related memory interface technologies.
• Experience with system modeling and performance analysis tools for evaluating memory system trade-offs.
• Demonstrated experience developing ECC, RAS, and reliability features for server or high-performance SoC designs.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking with a track record of innovation.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across global, multi-disciplinary teams.
• Passion for architecting memory solutions that redefine performance and efficiency in data center computing.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

$191,530 - $286,900, $ per annum

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.

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.

U.S. Export Control Laws and Regulations

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.