System Software Engineer

Broadcom; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Equity grants

Competitive benefits including medical

401(k) with company matching

ESP P— Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

Broadcom in the United States is seeking experienced software and firmware engineers to join the NIC product development team, focusing on RDMA features for Ethernet NICs used in HPC, AI/ML.

As a Software Engineer, you'll design and implement RDMA features, work with marketing, architects, silicon, QA, and deliver high quality software and firmware components.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Electronics & Communications or equivalent with minimum 12+ years of experience.
• Significant experience in RDMA protocol, QoS, Linux systems programming, Linux kernel, Linux networking, and firmware development.
• Excellent C, C++, and Python programming skills; proficiency with x86 and ARM64 toolchains.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RDMA protocol features for Ethernet NICs.
• Collaborate with architecture, silicon, and software/firmware teams to build scalable, high-performance software.
• Write design, development, validation, and documentation artifacts for quality products.
• Define high-quality test cases with QA and support release cycles.
• Coordinate with customer support to resolve field issues promptly.

Skills

RDMA protocol

QoS

Linux kernel

Linux networking

C/C++

Python

Performance tuning

Problem solving

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science, Electronics & Communications or equivalent

Tools

Linux kernel debugging tools

x86/ARM64 toolchains

Job description

Job Description: Ethernet NIC product portfolio is designed for high performance computing and networking applications including AI and ML. This is driven by the growing need for high server bandwidth, highest throughput and lowest latency networks. The NIC team is involved in the development of the next generation of Ethernet NIC solutions for AI/ML and High performance computing applications. We are looking for excellent software and firmware engineers to join the NIC product development team.

Job Description: Ethernet NIC product portfolio is designed for high performance computing and networking applications including AI and ML. This is driven by the growing need for high server bandwidth, highest throughput and lowest latency networks. The NIC team is involved in the development of the next generation of Ethernet NIC solutions for AI/ML and High performance computing applications. We are looking for excellent software and firmware engineers to join the NIC product development team. As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and development of the RDMA protocol features for the Ethernet NIC. You will work cross functionally with marketing, architects, silicon development and the QA teams to design, implement, document and test high quality software, drivers and the firmware components.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of the RDMA protocol features for the Ethernet NIC products, preferably in QoS and congestion control domains.
• Work closely with the architecture teams, silicon design teams and other software / firmware teams to architect, design and implement scalable and high performance applications.
• Author and contribution in software design, development, validation, and documentation to deliver high quality, high performance and functionally excellent products.
• Work with the QA team to define high quality test cases, review the test plans and provide support through the release development cycle.
• Work closely with the customer support engineers on any customer field issues and provide timely resolutions.

Requirements

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Electronics & Communications or equivalent with minimum 12+ years of experience.
• Significant experience in RDMA protocol, QoS, Packet Classifications, Linux Systems programming, Linux kernel, Linux Network Drivers, Linux Kernel Networking, Virtual Switching and Data center Networking, Firmware development.
• A good understanding of the RDMA protocol is a must have. Hands-on experience with RDMA is highly desired.
• Experience in writing test scripts to verify NIC behavior is highly desired.
• Deep knowledge of Linux kernel and Linux kernel networking is an added advantage.
• Experience analyzing and tuning performance for a variety of HPC workloads.
• Excellent programming skills in C, C++ and Python. Proficiency in developing optimized code in both x86 and ARM64 compiler toolchains.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and debugging skills in a combined software and hardware environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to efficiently collaborate with multiple teams across geographically diverse areas.

Compensation And Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is USD 143,800.00 To USD 230,000.00 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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