Job Description

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

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.

Marvell is seeking a highly skilled and experienced attorney specializing in Intellectual Property (IP) to join our dynamic legal team. You will play a pivotal role in managing portions of Marvell's IP portfolio, providing strategic guidance on IP matters, and supporting our business objectives related to patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and open source.

What You Can Expect

Responsibilities:

IP Portfolio Management:

• Develop and implement strategies for the creation, protection, and enforcement of Marvell's patent portfolio and other IP assets across a set of product and technology areas
• Work closely and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, engineering, product management, and business development, to align IP strategies with business goals
• Manage assigned portions of the company's patent portfolio, including patent prosecution, maintenance, and enforcement
• Support the IP legal team in refining and improving the company’s patent processes

IP Counseling and Risk Management:

• Advise business units on IP-related legal issues, including freedom-to-operate analyses, IP licensing, and technology transactions
• Conduct IP audits and assessments to identify risks and opportunities for IP protection and monetization
• Stay abreast of developments in IP law and industry trends, providing proactive guidance to mitigate risks and maximize opportunities
• Support the IP legal team in advising company leadership on strategic IP-related issues

Open Source and AI:

• Provide legal counsel on open source software usage, licensing, and compliance, including SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) management
• Work with open source scanning tools to identify and assess licensing risks
• Interpret and analyze source code to evaluate licensing implications and potential IP issues
• Advise on open source licenses and their implications for proprietary and open source software integration
• Support cross-functional efforts to build and iterate on internal Generative AI and open source policies to comply with enacted laws and industry best practices

What We're Looking For

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Active membership in good standing with the California, Texas, or Massachusetts State Bar preferred; at a minimum, you must be qualified for and quickly able to obtain Registered In-House Counsel status in California, Texas, or Massachusetts (depending on location)
• 10+ years of experience practicing law, with a focus on patents and other intellectual property, preferably in a technology-driven industry
• Open source software experience required and familiarity with open source scanning tools (e.g., FOSSA, Flexera, Black Duck, SPDX)
• Prior experience with a semiconductor, computer, software, or technology company strongly preferred
• Strong background in patent law, including patent prosecution and portfolio management
• Experience with trademark, copyright, and trade secret matters is a plus
• Proven track record of providing strategic counsel to senior management and business leaders on complex IP issues
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards and promoting a culture of integrity within the organization

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

225,800 - 334,220, $ per annum

The successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions. The expected base pay range for this role may be modified based on market conditions.

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. We look forward to sharing more with you during the interview process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Any applicant who requires a reasonable accommodation during the selection process should contact Marvell HR Helpdesk at TAOps@marvell.com

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.

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.

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