Hardware Applications Engineer - Marvell

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: Include (but are not limited to) the following: 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 #LI-Remote 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. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at (888) 994-7669.