R&D Software Engineer

Broadcom; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Broadcom's Mainframe Software Division (MSD) is seeking a talented Software Engineer to join the Mainframe CyberSecurity & Compliance team. You will build, test, and support security-focused mainframe software, collaborating with agile teams to deliver high-quality solutions used by some of the world's largest enterprises.

The role emphasizes clean architecture, rigorous validation, and automated testing, with opportunities to interact with product management and customers.

Qualifications

• Proven Mainframe knowledge and skills.
• Familiarity with z/OS and security subsystems.
• Proficiency in IBM Assembler and Metal C.
• Strong understanding of cryptography and security practices for mainframes.
• Experience with RCAC/ACF2/Top Secret and PKI management.
• Knowledge of ICSF, z/OS SSL, and PKCS standards.
• Experience with IBM Crypto Express coprocessors.
• Experience with Java cryptographic providers on IBM Z.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality software design and architecture.
• Produce, test, and debug software solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews and process improvements.
• Lead Agile activities: planning, refinement, sprints.
• Interact with customers for requirements and feedback sessions.
• Coordinate with management and cross-functional teams.
• Automate tasks with appropriate tools and scripting.
• Perform validation and verification testing.
• Keep software up-to-date with latest technologies.

Skills

Mainframe knowledge

z/OS familiarity

IBM Assembler

Metal C

Security protocols

ACF2/Top Secret/RACF

PKI/cryptography

Cryptographic hardware

XDC debugging

Code reviews

Agile methods

Customer interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

12+ years related experience

Tools

Endevor

TSO/ISPF

z/OSMF

SMP/E

Bruno/Swagger

Blackduck/Coverity

zACS

ICSF

Job description

Job Description

Broadcom's Mainframe Software Division (MSD) is looking for a talented, motivated, and experienced Software Engineer with a passion for building high-quality applications using Agile practices to join our Mainframe CyberSecurity & Compliance team. In this role, you will be a key member of the development team and will focus on building, testing, and supporting security and encryption within the Mainframe Software Division Portfolio. This portfolio of products is used by many of the world's largest companies.

We are looking for an engineer who is highly motivated, team oriented, and has excellent organization and problem-solving skills. The individual and team goal will be to develop and maintain high-quality software aligned with user needs and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality software design and architecture
• Produce, test, and debug software solutions
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.
• Provide peer leadership by actively participating and contributing in all Agile activities: Iteration planning, refinement, and sprint reviews. Volunteer for and commit to delivering stories and tasks within the sprint.
• Interact with customers for requirements, support issues, education, demonstrations, thought leadership, and feedback sessions.
• Technical interaction with product management and customers
• Coordination with management and internal teams
• Automating tasks through appropriate tools and scripting
• Performing validation and verification testing
• Ensuring software is up-to-date with latest technologies

Requirements

• Proven Mainframe knowledge and skills
• z/OS Operating system familiarity
• Proficiency in IBM Assembler language and Metal C programming languages
• Strong understanding of security protocols and Mainframe Security Managers (ACF2, Top Secret, and RACF)
• Proficiency in z/OS Security & Cryptography: Integrated Cryptographic Service Facility (ICSF), z/OS System SSL, and Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS)
• Knowledge of IBM Crypto Express (CEX) coprocessors and cryptographic hardware architecture on zSystems.
• Experience with IBM Z Java cryptographic service providers
• Deep understanding of encryption including: TLS/SSL, AES, RSA, ECC, hashing algorithms, and public key infrastructure (PKI) tailored to enterprise mainframes.
• Proficiency managing master keys, operational keys, and digital certificates using ACF2, Top Secret or RACF.
• Strong understanding of PQC encryption algorithms and technologies in preparedness for Quantum computing
• Interactive debugging tool (XDC) and dump reading experience
• Attention to detail and a quality-first mindset following coding best practices and unit testing, with a focus on continuous improvement in code coverage quality.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Desired Mainframe Technical Skills & Experience

• Solid knowledge of Unix/USS, SMP/E, z/OSMF, Endevor, reading system dumps, TSO/ISPF.
• Additional experience or familiarity in one or more of the following languages: Java, COBOL, ISPF, REXX, or JCL.
• Experience with Blackduck, Coverity, zACS tools.
• Experience with cybersecurity and compliance-related topics.
• Knowledge of API security best practices, including authentication and authorization mechanisms.
• Knowledge with tools and frameworks for API testing and documentation (e.g. Bruno or Swagger).
• Source control systems experience (Endevor)

Job Complexity / Contribution

• Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Networks with senior internal and external personnel in their own area of expertise.
• Works across domain areas
• May assist more junior staff members with aspects of their job
• May coordinate work with third parties, vendors, or trade customers
• Plans activities with other team members

Supervision : Work is independent and collaborative in nature. Provides regular updates to the manager on project/account status.

Education and Experience

Bachelors in Engineering and 12+ years of related experience; at this level postgraduate coursework may be desirable or Masters degree in Engineering and 10+ years of related experience or PhD and 7+ years of related experience

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