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Job Description:In today’s rapidly evolving AI landscape, the demand for high-performance networking solutions is unprecedented. To maintain a competitive edge, the quality and reliability of our full-stack solution are paramount. Delivering a robust, production-ready product is critical to our time-to-market goals, ensuring we meet the intensive infrastructure needs of the AI space with speed and precision.
As a Principal Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing software for Network Operating System(NOS) on a switch/router platform. You will work cross functionally with marketing, architects, software test, and silicon development teams to design, implement, document and test high quality software.
This position also provides the opportunity to work on the most advanced switching ASICs made by Broadcom.
We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following qualifications and can fulfill the responsibilities outlined below:
Responsibilities:
Develop and program the forwarding plane using SAI interface.
Work on end-to-end features including compilation, integration, and debugging of the Network Operating System.
Collaborate closely with large customers to understand requirements and provide technical solutions.
Engage in significant cross-functional teamwork, coordinating with SQA and support teams.
Maintain a high standard of documentation for all code and system designs.
Participate actively in open-source software development environments.
Be comfortable with and use AI tools for improving work productivity and quality.
Requirements:
Technical Expertise: Strong forwarding plane experience in applications such as L2, L3, ACL, QoS, Tunnels, SRv6 and Telemetry.
Software Development: Proficiency in C/C++ and Python coding.
SDK Experience: Hands-on experience using ASIC SDK to program the forwarding plane.
Open Source: Expertise in open-source software such as FBOSS or SONiC.
Tools: Familiarity with development tools including GNU tools, Github, Jenkins, and Gerrit.
Communication: Very good communication skills are required for frequent interaction with large-scale customers.
Education/Experience: BS in Computer Science/ Electronics & Communications or equivalent with minimum 12+ years of experience or MS with 10+ years of experience.
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.
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, Electronics and Communications, or equivalent, with 12 or more years of experience
- Master's degree with 10 or more years of experience
- Strong forwarding-plane experience with L2, L3, ACL, QoS, tunnels, SRv6, and telemetry
- Proficiency in C and C++
- Proficiency in Python
- Hands-on experience using an ASIC SDK to program the forwarding plane
- Expertise with open-source software such as FBOSS or SONiC
- Familiarity with GNU tools, GitHub, Jenkins, and Gerrit
- Very good communication skills for frequent interaction with large-scale customers
Broadcom Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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.
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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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