Software Engineer VMkernel

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Palo Alto, CA, USA
In-Office
144K-230K Annually
Expert/Leader
Software • Semiconductor • Manufacturing
The Role
Design and implement kernel-level CPU scheduling and resource-management features for ESXi. Collaborate across teams to architect scalable, high-performance virtualization solutions, debug complex kernel issues, and take ownership of CPU scheduling projects.
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Job Description:

At VMware by Broadcom, we are building new possibilities for our customers by accelerating digital business transformation. We are modernizing data centers for greater agility and productivity, integrating public clouds for faster time to market, empowering digital workspaces to improve mobile experiences, and transforming cyber security.

ESXi Operating System is at the core of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) virtualization technology.  It is the leading data center operating system in the world, and is used by most large corporations, due to its advanced capabilities, performance, and quality. VMKernel team is responsible for architecture, design and implementation of Memory and CPU subsystems, which is central to the operation of the ESXi Operating System. We constantly innovate to help customers adopt virtualization for new platforms and optimize the usage of their existing infrastructure. Our work will challenge your systems software development and problem-solving skills.

As a member of VMKernel team, you will have the opportunity to

  • Implement advanced kernel-level resource management features for support of new hardware technologies with emphasis on scalability, performance, reliability.

  • Be a successful VMKernel engineer and participate in the design and development of novel operating system techniques and algorithms for managing both virtual and real computer hardware.

  • Work with multiple engineering teams to architect, design, implement and deliver new products based on the enterprise-class VCF virtualization platform.

  • Take on opportunities to execute innovative features and subsequent ownership of large projects.

Requirements

  • BS degree in Computer Science or related field and 12+ years of relevant industry experience. Or MS in Computer Science or related field and 10+ years of relevant industry experience Or PhD and 7+ years of relevant experience

  • Good understanding of kernel-level development.  Understanding of kernel-level memory management is a plus.

  • Broad understanding of OS virtualization solutions, particularly experience with hypervisors such as ESXi, Hyper-V, KVM, XEN, and others a major plus

  • Strong understanding of kernel-level OS architectures such as Linux, Unix, Solaris, BSD-like systems, Windows, embedded real-time Operating Systems

  • Extensive kernel-level development experience and expertise with synchronization in preemptive multi-threaded environments

  • Experience with Intel x86 CPU architecture and Intel based server architecture.  Similar experience and understanding of AMD architecture, a plus

  • Excellent analytical, debugging and C / C++ programming skills. Python knowledge is a plus.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Additional Job Description:

Compensation and Benefits 

The annual base salary range for this position is $143,800.00 - 230,000.00. 

 

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.

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

  • BS in Computer Science or related field with 12+ years, MS with 10+ years, or PhD with 7+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Good understanding of kernel-level CPU and NUMA scheduling
  • Understanding of kernel-level memory management
  • Experience with hypervisors (ESXi, Hyper-V, KVM, XEN)
  • Strong understanding of kernel-level OS architectures (Linux, Unix, Solaris, BSD-like, Windows, embedded real-time OS)
  • Extensive kernel-level development experience and expertise with synchronization in preemptive multi-threaded environments
  • Experience with Intel x86 CPU and Intel-based server architecture
  • Familiarity with AMD CPU architecture
  • Excellent analytical, debugging and C programming skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Legal authorization to work in the US

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: 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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