Firmware Engineer

Posted 2 Months Ago
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2 Locations
In-Office
122K-195K Annually
Senior level
Software • Semiconductor • Manufacturing
The Role
Architect, design, implement, and maintain low-level firmware, middleware, and diagnostic software for PHY chipsets. Develop and troubleshoot embedded C/C++ applications, collaborate with system and hardware designers, and provide leadership in architecture, design patterns, and code quality. Support the full development lifecycle, including pre-silicon co-simulation, laboratory hardware platforms, and silicon bring-up.
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Job Description:

Broadcom’s ASIC Products Division is seeking a highly skilled Firmware Engineer to join our embedded systems development team. In this role, you will architect, design, and implement low-level firmware modules, middleware, and diagnostic software for leading-edge PHY chipsets. You will work across the full development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance solutions. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive software design and development for new products while maintaining legacy systems.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including system, analog, and digital hardware designers.

  • Develop and troubleshoot complex firmware applications in embedded C/C++.

  • Provide leadership in architectural governance, design patterns, and code hygiene.

Requirements:

  • BSEE required, MSEE preferred

  • 8+ years of industry experience with a focus on digital communication systems, high-speed SerDes, or HBM protocols is highly preferred.

  • Must possess strong coding and debugging experience in C/C++.

  • Must have experience with pre-silicon/RTL and SW co-simulation environment

  • Hands-on experience with lab hardware platforms and silicon bring-up is highly desirable


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.


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 of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
  • Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE)
  • 8+ years of industry experience focused on digital communication systems, high-speed SerDes, or HBM protocols
  • Strong coding and debugging experience in C/C++
  • Experience with pre-silicon/RTL and software co-simulation environments
  • Hands-on experience with laboratory hardware platforms and silicon bring-up

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  • Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity grants, including RSUs, stock refreshers, and an ESPP, are often described as top-tier and a primary driver of strong total compensation, especially for technical and senior roles. Once stock begins vesting, overall pay is commonly viewed as hard for other employers to match.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) match of 100% up to 6% with immediate vesting is frequently highlighted as a standout benefit. This structure provides strong long-term savings support.

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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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