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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer (ICB 4) - **Company:** Broadcom - **Location:** Plano, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $109,700.0 - $175,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Microsoft Windows, ADO.NET, Oracle WebLogic Server, C Sharp (Programming Language), Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Client Server Models, Cloud Engineering, Compilers, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, IBM DB2, Relational Databases, Software Debugging, Linux, DevOps, Eclipse (Software), Github, IBM Websphere Application Server, Integrated Development Environments, Java Database Connectivity, WildFly (JBoss AS), Python (Programming Language), Mainframes, Microsoft Foundation Class Library (C++ Libraries), Microsoft SQL Server, Open Database Connectivity, Oracle (Applications), Broadcom, Ansible, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, TCP/IP, Strategies of Testing, TypeScript, Model-Driven Development, Enterprise Software Applications, Spring-boot, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Low-code, Software Coding, Grpc, Software Version Control, Docker, Legacy Systems, Jenkins, Web Api, Microservices - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/DDAB864174BE4FD68DD403D3E2E7828A/job/ ## About the Role You are a self-motivated team player who likes diving into complex, legacy environments to modernize them in an ever-changing industry standards and customer needs. You collaborate easily with others, with an Agile mindset that makes communicating, responding to change, and continuous improvement a natural way of working for you. Your natural curiosity keeps you well informed of the latest technologies, and deepens your knowledge of legacy systems that are the foundation of global enterprise., * Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development. * BA/BS in Computer Science or equivalent degree. * Strong analytical skills and the ability to understand complex component relationships. * Growth mindset with a commitment to continuous personal and professional development. * Strong problem analysis and debugging skills * Deep expertise and hands-on coding experience with Java, C#, C, and/or C++ Experience in Windows, Unix, and Linux operating systems. * Expertise in relational databases. * Knowledge and related experience in one or more of the following: Cloud Native Architectures, Containers, .NET, TCP/IP, Tuxedo, WebSphere, Liberty, WebLogic, JBoss (WildFly), InstallAnywhere, Eclipse * Experience with designing and using web APIs like gRPC, REST etc Additional skills that will benefit your efforts * Experience working with language servers or compilers. * Understanding of complex microservices, databases, and Client-Server communication. * Demonstrated experience implementing cybersecurity principles (e.g., cryptography, secure coding practices, access controls) and using industry-standard products like passkeys and TLS. * Experience in object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and Component Based Development (CBD). * Skilled with automation for test and CI/CD implementation. * Experience with Source Code Management tools, such as GitHub. * Knowledge and related product expertise in any of the following: Python, Typescript, Docker, Kubernetes, Spring Boot, Jakarta, Oracle, Db2, MS SQL Server, ODBC, JDBC, ADO.NET, COM, Windows MFC, Jenkins, Ansible. * Experience with mainframe technologies. * Experience developing with or maintaining Gen. ## Description Broadcom's Mainframe Software Division (MSD) is looking for a seasoned Software Engineer with a talent for developing software and championing a culture dedicated to quality, security, and a smooth user experience. This role focuses on our non-mainframe applications, with opportunities to expand your experience into mainframe software. This role is in the Mainframe DevOps value stream, as a software engineer for one of our flagship products, Gen (formerly known as COOL:Gen or CA Gen). Gen is a low-code, model-driven development environment for enterprise applications. Gen enables global enterprises to generate and deploy applications in a single, integrated development environment for multiple platforms. Broadcom has earned scores of global Workplace Excellence awards in the last few years - and there's a reason for that. It's our aim to encourage global collaboration and innovation while supporting and developing our talented workforce. Broadcom empowers its employees to drive success for both the business and themselves. We value a lean and flat organization, with team members who work in-office, for a more collaborative culture that focuses on execution and delivering value. #BroadcomSoftware The Opportunity As a Software Engineer (ICB 4), you will take ownership of the development, quality, and security of Gen. This is a hands-on technical role: you will write code, contribute to code reviews, and influence technical standards and testing strategies. Concurrently, you will serve as a subject matter expert and thought leader in partnership with product management and customers. While your primary focus will be on our distributed (non-mainframe) applications, you will also have the chance to engage with our mainframe software, offering a unique opportunity to broaden your technical expertise across the full enterprise stack., * Research, develop, and implement high-quality, secure software solutions to maintain and enhance Gen's core product capabilities for non-mainframe applications. * Troubleshoot and fix customer cases that have been escalated to engineering. * Contribute to technical design to ensure robust security standards, while retaining a simple user experience. * Provide subject matter expertise by authoring technical blogs, webinars, and documentation on best practices. * Offer thought leadership directly to enterprise customers, helping them navigate complex business requirements and advising them on Gen modernization and security best practices. ## Related Videos - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [Exploring the Power of gRPC-Gateway for Writing RESTful Services](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2072-exploring-the-power-of-grpc-gateway-for-writing-restful-services) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Building with IBM Bob](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100275-building-with-ibm-bob) - [The Time Paradox: Building Timezone-Safe Python/Django Applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1915-the-time-paradox-building-timezone-safe-python-django-applications) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard)