Core Distributed Systems Database Engineer

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Promontory, UT, USA
In-Office
122K-195K Annually
Senior level
Software • Semiconductor • Manufacturing
The Role
Design, lead, and maintain distributed platform components, including runtime libraries, messaging, and database services. Transform databases into highly available, scalable Kubernetes services while improving robustness, performance, and fault tolerance. Apply modern development practices, including automated testing, fault injection, and performance optimization. Mentor junior engineers and address complex architectural and modernization challenges across containerized infrastructure.
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Job Description:

We are looking for a senior hands-on engineer to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of VCF Networking. 


Core Competencies

  • Experience building highly reliable fault tolerant Distributed Systems 
  • Strong familiarity with database internals (e.g., Postgres), replication, TCP/IP and virtualized environments (i.e.VMWare vSphere)
  • Deep experience in architectural transformation and modernization of existing services into containerized applications, owning the deployment, infrastructure, and ongoing orchestration on Kubernetes platforms
  • Recent and proficient experience with Java, C++, Go, Python, or similar
  • Pragmatic thinking and ability to jump into an ambiguous area and break down complex problems
  • Solid understanding of modern development practices including Automated testing, Fault Injection and Performance

Responsibilities

  • Design, lead and maintain multiple platform components including runtime libraries, messaging and datastore services ensuring robustness, scalability and performance
  • Apply industry standards and best practices to help transform home grown database into highly available and scalable containerized service on kubernetes
  • Mentor and guide junior developers.

Requirements 

  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science and 8+ years of experience in distributed systems design and implementation; at this level a post-graduate degree is typically expected or
  • Masters degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience and 6+ years of experience in distributed systems design and implementation

Compensation and Benefits


The annual base salary range for this position is USD 121,900.00 To USD 195,000.00

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.


Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.


If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and 8+ years of experience in distributed systems design and implementation, or a master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience with 6+ years of experience
  • Experience building highly reliable, fault-tolerant distributed systems
  • Strong familiarity with database internals, replication, TCP/IP, and virtualized environments such as VMware vSphere
  • Experience transforming and modernizing services into containerized Kubernetes applications, including deployment, infrastructure, and orchestration ownership
  • Recent proficient experience with Java, C++, Go, Python, or similar programming languages
  • Understanding of automated testing, fault injection, and performance practices
  • Ability to analyze ambiguous problems and break down complex systems
  • Experience mentoring and guiding junior developers

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  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity awards such as RSUs and an ESPP can substantially increase total compensation, particularly in technical and senior roles. Stock-based pay is often a major component of earnings and can make offers especially attractive when shares perform well.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) match reportedly up to 6% with immediate vesting strengthens long-term savings. This feature provides clear value for employees prioritizing retirement contributions.
  • Healthcare Strength — Offerings include medical, dental, vision, mental-health coverage and HSA/FSA options, alongside fertility, adoption, childcare benefits, and caregiver leave. This breadth signals a comprehensive set of health and family supports.

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The Company
HQ: Palo Alto, CA
38,985 Employees
Year Founded: 1991

What We Do

Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ: AVGO) is a global technology leader that designs, develops and supplies semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions.

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