Firmware Engineer Intern, BS - Summer 2027

Job Title

Firmware Engineer Intern, BS - Summer 2027

Role Summary

Internship to develop and test embedded firmware and device drivers for Marvell hardware platforms (data center, AI devices, SSD controllers, DSP/networking chips). Work with hardware and software teams to implement, validate, and ship firmware features, automation, and test infrastructure.

This role may require access to export-controlled technology; applicants must be eligible under applicable U.S. export control laws.

Experience Level

Entry-level internship for undergraduate students (internship position).

Responsibilities

Primary tasks the intern will perform include:

• Develop and maintain embedded firmware and device drivers for SoCs, controllers, and networking/DSP chips.
• Implement firmware features for communication protocols (SPI, I2C, I3C, UART, PCIe, NVMe) and RTOS-based systems.
• Create and run unit, system, and integration tests; support regression planning and CI (e.g., Jenkins).
• Write automation and tooling (Python, shell/bash) for testing, failure analysis, provisioning, and lab workflows.
• Perform lab testing, debugging, data analysis, and prepare customer-facing documentation or proofs of concept.
• Collaborate with Hardware, System, QA, and Customer Solutions teams for integration and performance optimization.
• Investigate complex hardware/software issues, perform root-cause analysis, and track fixes via issue trackers.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and attributes:

• Proficiency in Python and/or C.
• Comfortable working in Windows and Linux development environments.
• Understanding of computer architecture, embedded systems, and networking fundamentals (OSI model, TCP/IP).
• Strong problem-solving skills and clear verbal/written communication.
• Experience with debugging tools and test/CI workflows.

Nice-to-have skills:

• Familiarity with Git/GitHub/Gerrit, Makefiles, GDB, IDEs, and bash scripting.
• Experience with ARM or RISC-V, TrustZone/Caliptra/Trusted Firmware, RTOS architecture, and device drivers.
• Knowledge of security protocols (IPSec, TLS/SSL, SPDM), cryptography, and trusted firmware concepts.
• Exposure to DSP concepts (equalizers, filters, ADC/DAC, FFE/DFE), SERDES, Ethernet, and high-speed PHYs.
• Experience with Jenkins CI, lab automation, GUI/SDK development, and system integration testing.

Education Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with expected graduation between Fall 2027 and Summer 2028.

Expected base pay range: USD $26–$52 per hour. This role is eligible for Marvell bonus and equity programs and standard intern benefits.

Reasonable accommodation contact: Marvell HR Helpdesk at TAOps@marvell.com.

About the Company

Company: Marvell Technology

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, United States

Marvell’s semiconductor solutions serve as essential building blocks of the data infrastructure connecting our world, driving innovation across enterprise, cloud, AI, and carrier architectures. The company focuses on creating transformative technology that shapes the future.