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Job Description:Ethernet NIC product portfolio is designed for high performance computing and networking applications including AI and ML. This is driven by the growing need for high server bandwidth, highest throughput and lowest latency networks. The NIC team is involved in the development of the next generation of Ethernet NIC solutions for AI/ML and High performance computing applications. We are looking for excellent software and firmware engineers to join the NIC product development team.
As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and development of the RDMA protocol features for the Ethernet NIC. You will work cross functionally with marketing, architects, silicon development and the QA teams to design, implement, document and test high quality software, drivers and the firmware components.
Responsibilities:
1. Design and development of the RDMA protocol features for the Ethernet NIC products, preferably in QoS and congestion control domains.
2. Work closely with the architecture teams, silicon design teams and other software / firmware teams to architect, design and implement scalable and high performance applications.
3. Author and contribution in software design, development, validation, and documentation to deliver high quality, high performance and functionally excellent products.
4. Work with the QA team to define high quality test cases, review the test plans and provide support through the release development cycle.
5. Work closely with the customer support engineers on any customer field issues and provide timely resolutions.
Requirements:
1. BS/MS in Computer Science, Electronics & Communications or equivalent with minimum 12+ years of experience.
2. Significant experience in RDMA protocol, QoS, Packet Classifications, Linux Systems programming, Linux kernel, Linux Network Drivers, Linux Kernel Networking, Virtual Switching and Data center Networking, Firmware development.
3. A good understanding of the RDMA protocol is a must have. Hands-on experience with RDMA is highly desired.
4. Experience in writing test scripts to verify NIC behavior is highly desired.
5. Deep knowledge of Linux kernel and Linux kernel networking is an added advantage.
6. Experience analyzing and tuning performance for a variety of HPC workloads.
7. Excellent programming skills in C, C++ and Python. Proficiency in developing optimized code in both x86 and ARM64 compiler toolchains.
8. Strong analytical, problem solving and debugging skills in a combined software and hardware environments.
9. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to efficiently collaborate with multiple teams across geographically diverse areas.
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.
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Skills Required
- BS/MS in Computer Science, Electronics & Communications or equivalent with minimum 12+ years of experience.
- Significant experience in RDMA protocol, QoS, and Packet Classifications.
- Experience with Linux systems programming, Linux kernel, Linux network drivers, and Linux kernel networking.
- Experience with virtual switching and data center networking.
- Firmware development experience.
- Experience analyzing and tuning performance for a variety of HPC workloads.
- Excellent programming skills in C, C++ and Python.
- Proficiency developing optimized code for x86 and ARM64 compiler toolchains.
- Strong analytical, problem solving and debugging skills in combined software and hardware environments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across geographically diverse teams.
- Hands-on experience with RDMA.
- Experience writing test scripts to verify NIC behavior.
- Deep knowledge of Linux kernel and Linux kernel networking (added advantage).
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