Software Engineer (ICB 4)

Broadcom; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Equity grants

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Broadcom is seeking a seasoned Software Engineer for Gen, focusing on non-mainframe applications with opportunities to broaden into mainframe software. This on-site role is based in Plano, TX, and emphasizes ownership of development, quality, and security for Gen, including code writing, reviews, and setting testing standards while collaborating with product management and customers.

You will also engage with mainframe software to expand your technical expertise across the enterprise stack in a

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development.
• BA/BS in Computer Science or equivalent degree.
• Strong analytical and debugging skills.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and implement high-quality, secure software solutions for Gen non-mainframe applications.
• Troubleshoot and fix customer cases escalated to engineering.
• Contribute to technical design to ensure robust security while keeping a simple user experience.
• Author technical blogs, webinars, and documentation on best practices.
• Provide thought leadership to enterprise customers on Gen modernization and security.

Skills

Java

C#

C/C++

Relational databases

Windows

Linux

Cloud Native

Containers

REST/gRPC

Mainframe tech

Education

BS in Computer Science

Tools

GitHub

Jenkins

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL/Oracle/DB2

Job description

Job 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.

Job 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.

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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.

Work Location - ON SITE

5465 Legacy Dr, Plano, TX 75024

Who You Are

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.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

What You Need

• 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.

Compensation And Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is USD 109,700.00 To USD 175,500.00

• As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and 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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