System Engineer - Optical DSP Intern - PhD

About the role#

The Connectivity Business Group at Marvell develops digital signal processing chips for leading-edge optical interfaces. This internship focuses on the modeling, simulation, and analysis of coherent systems, including analog and opto-electronic components. You will work on-site in Irvine, California, contributing to the development of high-speed optical interfaces.

What you'll do#

• Perform modeling, simulation, and analysis of coherent systems, including analog components (ADC, DAC, drivers, TIA) and opto-electronic components (nested MZM, coherent optical mixers, photodiodes, lasers, optical mux/demux, optical amplifiers).
• Analyze fiber impairments such as CD, PMD, and non-linearities.
• Develop and implement DSP algorithms, including calibration of analog and optical non-idealities, equalizers, carrier frequency/phase recovery, and timing recovery.
• Utilize lab equipment, including spectrum analyzers, VOAs, and ASE generators.

What you'll need#

• Currently pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD (preferred) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• A strong background in signal processing and digital communications.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Matlab, C, or C++ within a Unix-type environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• 0-1 years of previous experience.
• Additional background in coherent optical systems, optical components, and silicon photonic integration is highly desired.
• Experience debugging complex analog issues and knowledge of digital design and DSP blocks are considered a plus.

Location & details#

• Location: Irvine, California
• Modality: On-site
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Compensation: Paid internship with a pay range of $29 - $57 per hour. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness support, paid holidays, and paid sick time.