Emulation Engineer

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San Jose, CA, USA
In-Office
81K-120K Annually
Expert/Leader
Software • Semiconductor • Manufacturing
The Role
The Emulation Engineer will validate chip architecture for networking switches, develop test plans, automate processes, and collaborate across teams for verification coverage.
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Job Description:

The Core Switch Group (CSG) at Broadcom is the industry leader in cutting-edge networking ASICs, developing advanced protocols and delivering unmatched port density and bandwidth performance. Our team is behind iconic switching solutions like the Tomahawk and Trident series, setting benchmarks in the networking world.

Broadcom, a global innovator in fabless communications semiconductors, software, and systems, is proud to be recognized as one of Fortune magazine's "Most Admired Companies." We foster a culture that embraces change, values risk-taking, and thrives on tackling the impossible. At Broadcom, we reward innovation and initiative with competitive salaries, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities for growth in an open, collaborative work environment.

If you're a passionate engineer eager to shape the future of networking, Broadcom is where you can outdo, outsmart, and outperform. Join us and make an impact!

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct detailed studies of chip architecture and micro-architecture to define, develop, and execute comprehensive pre-silicon test plans that thoroughly validate switch features.

  • Verify the design, architecture, and micro-architecture using emulation platforms.

  • Develop sub-system and chip-level tests using Tcl, ITcl, Python, and C/C++ to verify networking switch chips in emulation platforms.

  • Build and synthesize Verilog/SystemVerilog-based models for emulation platforms such as Zebu or Palladium.

  • Perform block, sub-system and chip/system-level debugging and root cause analysis for hardware and software issues, addressing pre-silicon challenges.

  • Develop and optimize automation scripts and emulation methodologies to improve efficiency, reusability, and coverage.

  • Create reusable synthesizable design blocks, libraries, and verification components to streamline emulation processes.

  • Build and maintain robust emulation environments that support a global user community.

  • Collaborate closely with Architecture, Micro-Architecture, Design, DV, and Software teams to achieve comprehensive verification coverage and smooth project execution.

What You Bring
  • Ability to define verification scope and contribute to the development of verification infrastructure for networking switches.

  • Experience collaborating with architects, designers, and software engineers to achieve verification goals.

  • Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in pre-silicon verification/emulation of networking ASICs.

  • Strong expertise in Verilog/SystemVerilog, C/C++, Tcl, Python, and scripting for automation.

  • Hands-on experience with emulation platforms (Zebu, Palladium), traffic generators (IXIA, Spirent), and high-speed interface protocols (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet) is desirable.

  • Strong debugging skills and familiarity with DPI transactors, assertions, and coverage-driven verification.

  • Verification engineers with simulation backgrounds are also encouraged to apply — strong verification fundamentals are highly valued.

  • Excellent communicator who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Additional Job Description:

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $81,000 - $120,000

This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity 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.

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Broadcom Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Broadcom and has not been reviewed or approved by Broadcom.

  • Equity Value & Accessibility Equity is used broadly through RSUs with quarterly or annual vesting, and an ESPP with a discount and look‑back that can add meaningful upside. Company disclosures show ongoing equity grants, including inducement RSUs tied to acquisitions, underscoring equity’s central role in total rewards.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with a competitive company match and immediate vesting is consistently highlighted, supporting long‑term savings. Tax‑advantaged accounts like HSA/FSA further strengthen the financial wellness toolkit.
  • Pay Growth & Progression Compensation ceilings in technical tracks are described as high, with wide ranges and very strong totals for experienced engineers. Sales compensation is also characterized as competitive, supporting attractive on‑target earnings.

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The Company
HQ: San Jose, 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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