Software/Firmware Engineer

Broadcom•Fort Collins, CO

3d•$109,700 - $175,500

About The Position

Broadcom custom silicon division is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Software/Firmware Engineer to contribute to the development, testing, and support of high-speed serial communication and data conversion IPs. The ideal candidate will be a versatile problem-solver with expertise in both software and firmware development, capable of quickly mastering new technologies and driving innovation in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

BSEE with 8+ years, MSEE with 6+ years, or PhD with 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
Proficiency in C/C++ with expertise in threading, network programming, and system-level software development.
Strong experience in firmware/software development (full lifecycle) and software refactoring to enhance legacy systems.
Demonstrated expertise in regression test development and maintenance, including tools like gtest.
Experience with Linux system programming (e.g., kernel modules, drivers), bash scripting, and Jenkins CI/CD workflows.
Experiences with Linux administration (e.g., system configuration, troubleshooting).
Knowledge of high-speed SerDes, and related protocols.

Nice To Haves

Experience with serial communication interfaces (SPI, TWI, UART, USB).
Proficiency in Python, or shell scripting for automation, or test equipment control
Ability to debug hardware-software interactions using lab equipment and RTL simulations.
Experience with revision control tools (e.g., Git) and bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira).
Strong grasp of hardware-software tradeoffs, including ability to evaluate and implement minimal firmware for prototyping.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and documentation practices.
Customer-focused mindset with ability to debug under pressure.
Fast learner, self-starter, and team player with leadership potential to mentor others.
Strong commitment to quality, attention to detail, and meeting project deadlines.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, test, and maintain firmware/software for high-speed serial communication (e.g., SerDes) and data conversion IPs.
Refactor existing software to improve performance, scalability, and maintainability.
Develop and maintain regression test suites using tools like gtest to ensure robustness of software/hardware systems.
Evolve and modernize legacy software infrastructure to support next-generation hardware and system requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to debug firmware/software on hardware platforms using tools such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and RTL Verilog simulations.
Implement and maintain continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines using Jenkins, Linux, and shell scripting (bash).
Optimize software for performance, reliability, and compatibility across Linux-based systems.
Document processes, code, and system interfaces with clarity and precision.
Debug and resolve complex issues in field-deployed systems under time constraints, ensuring customer satisfaction.
Linux administration of local compute cluster