Software Engineer

Broadcom
San Jose, CA, United States
about 2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Compensation
$120,000.0 - $192,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Embedded Software Ethernet IEEE Standards Association Broadcom Software Engineering Systems Integration Scripting Information Technology Routing & Switching Hardware Infrastructure

Job description

Broadcom is looking for a Software Engineer with strong foundation in C to develop Linux based drivers as well as embedded software running on ARM-based microcontrollers for the physical layer (PCS) in switch and NIC products., * Design and development of the SDK drivers for the physical layer in the ethernet stack

  • Design, develop and maintain embedded software for the physical layer on ARM based platforms
  • Collaborate with the hardware architecture and design teams to ensure seamless integration of software and hardware components
  • Work with the Application Engineering and Customers to implement new features and resolve issues
  • Work on new silicon bring-up in the lab, coordinating with the SV team for pre-silicon as well as post-silicon activities
  • Focus on performance, usability and debuggability to quickly reproduce, root-cause and fix issues in the field.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with 8+ years of experience in software development of driver and/or embedded firmware for ethernet switching products
  • Proficiency in C and scripting languages.
  • Sound understanding of IEEE standards (802.3) for the PCS layer
  • Experience with L2/L3 switching and routing protocols

Benefits & conditions

The annual base salary range for this position is $120,000 - $192,000.

This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

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