Archive for the 'What Makes Marvell' Category
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January 08, 2025
From Intern to Mentor: My Journey at Marvell
By Vlad Minecan, Physical Design Engineering Manager at Marvell Romania
My journey at Marvell has been a series of full-circle moments, underscored by the power of mentorship. I began at Marvell as an intern in the summer before my final year at Politehnica University of Bucharest. During that year, I had support from my team and leadership, which gave me the time needed to invest in my studies while also learning the basics of physical design. At first, I had a lot of knowledge to acquire and lots of information to learn - it was quite the ramp-up.
After graduation, I was chosen to transition from an intern to a full-time employee and take on bigger projects and responsibilities. I enjoyed learning new things and digging deeper; the more I learned, the more motivated I became. Working on designing small components of advanced technology chips allowed me to gain invaluable knowledge in the most cutting-edge technology at the time.
I had to adapt to changes – from physical design tasks to design kits, flows, and acquisitions – which provided plenty of opportunities to grow. One of my passions is sharing my knowledge and helping new interns onboard. Noticing my dedication and commitment to mentoring the next generation of engineers, Marvell Romania’s leadership provided the opportunity for me to be part of Marvell’s summer program at the University Politehnica of Bucharest, teaching students an introduction to physical design. It’s a chance to guide and support students in their career paths. The most rewarding part has been that a few of the students are now my colleagues at Marvell.
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December 04, 2024
Marvell Earns “Fittest Firm” Title in Silicon Valley Turkey Trot for Ninth Consecutive Year
By Sandy Rodriguez, Corporate Staff Professional, Philanthropy, Marvell
Marvell is thrilled to be named the "Fittest Firm" in the 20th Annual Silicon Valley Turkey Trot for the ninth consecutive year. Since 2016, Marvell has proudly sponsored the Fittest Firm Competition, securing this title with the highest number of employee participants in the large firm category.
As the largest Thanksgiving Day race in the United States, the Silicon Valley Turkey Trot attracts thousands of runners, joggers, and walkers who come together to stay active on the holiday while supporting local communities in need. This year, more than 800 Marvell employees and their families participated in the race. Since its inception in 2005, the event has donated $12.5 million and provided 10.2 million meals to local charities.
“We are thrilled to once again sponsor and participate in the Silicon Valley Turkey Trot,” said Mark Casper, EVP and Chief Legal Officer, Marvell. “It is inspiring to see so many employees and their families participate in a healthy activity and support our community and local charities, and this event is a perfect opportunity to bring us together for a great cause. Employee wellness is a top priority for Marvell and we are honored to win the "Fittest Firm" competition for the ninth consecutive year.”
Centered around the season of giving, the race aims to uplift and enhance the well-being of underserved communities in Silicon Valley. Proceeds benefit four valuable charities: Healthier Kids Foundation, Second Harvest of Silicon Valley, Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County, and HealthTrust. To learn more, visit https://www.svturkeytrot.com/.
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November 14, 2024
Behind the passion for the work from this analog design engineer
By Amrutha Iyer, Marvell Analog Design Engineer
Welcome to the third of our four-part series on the "What Makes Marvell" blog, where we highlight the incredible analog engineers making an impact at Marvell. Today, we feature Amrutha Iyer, an analog design engineer in Santa Clara, Calif., who recently transitioned into a leadership role.
How did I end up here?I’ve been at Marvell for about four years now, joining through the Inphi acquisition in 2020. But before that, I spent time at Broadcom, Nvidia, and Samsung. I’ve always been an analog design engineer, and it’s been a passion of mine from the start. A big part of why I stuck with it is because of my experience at UCLA, where I did my master’s. The professors there were some of the best in the field and had a way of motivating you to fall in love with analog engineering. With all the industry publications they contributed to, it was impossible not to be inspired.
What keeps me excited?
It’s the challenges! The field is constantly evolving, and it feels like there's always something new on the horizon, from the early days of IoT to today with AI. Tackling new designs always starts at the analog level – where the magic happens and where we push the boundaries of silicon.
Why analog?
For me, analog design is about building from the ground up. There's no abstraction here and no assumptions. The visibility into how things function, and the problem-solving process is immensely satisfying. You learn to build things with a deep, fundamental understanding, and there’s something very rewarding about that.
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November 11, 2024
Celebrating Lyndsi Parker, Winner of the 2024 Rising Women in Semi Award at the GSA WISH Conference
By Mary Gorges, Talent Brand Content Manager, Marvell
We’re thrilled to announce Marvell’s own Lyndsi Parker was recently honored with the 2024 Rising Women in Semi award at the Global Semiconductor Alliance (GSA) Women in Semiconductor Hardware (WISH) conference in San Jose.
This award shines a spotlight on women who have made an exceptional impact on the semiconductor industry. For Lyndsi, who has dedicated nearly 20 years to advancing technology and championing women in tech, this recognition is incredibly well deserved.
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November 04, 2024
Meet Kevin Caffey: The new SVP of Quality at Marvell
By Mary Gorges, Content Manager, Talent Branding, Marvell
When Kevin Caffey joined Marvell as Senior Vice President of Quality four months ago, he brought not only his extensive experience but also a unique career perspective. Now based in San Diego after his tenure at Qualcomm, Kevin is setting down roots at Marvell. His role frequently takes him up and down the California coast and across the globe. With 40% of his organization located in Asia, he recently returned from visits to Taiwan and Singapore to meet with key suppliers and engage with his team.
“I didn’t think I’d ever leave Qualcomm,” Kevin shares, reflecting on his decision to join Marvell. “But the opportunity here was too compelling to pass up. I’ve always been driven by a passion for quality, and Marvell is perfectly positioned to lead the next wave of technological innovation–especially with AI.”
