R & D Engineer Software 5
- Location
- Promontory D, CA · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Senior
- Listed
- 22 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- C/C++
- Python
- virtual switches
- high-performance multi-threaded systems
- performance profiling
Also useful
- vxlan
- geneve
- SmartNIC
- NUMA
Stated benefits & perks
- Health
- Paid sick leave
About the role
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About the role
VCF Networking Data Plane Engineer Plans, designs, develops and tests software systems and applications for software enhancements and new products. May develop software programs, products and tools required for the operation and control of programmable products.
You will lead the next generation of networking applications using your expertise in advanced high performance, scalable, virtual networking data plane distributed systems, software technologies and open source tools to solve difficult customer use cases and delight them in the process. You will be part of a bright engineering team that has open communication, innovation, empowerment and a customer success culture.
You will collaborate with cross functional teams on innovative projects, with the authority and scope to apply your expertise in a fast-paced and technically driven environment.
Pay and benefits
Work on NSX Data Plane for the ESX hypervisor - the industry-leading virtual networking high performance data plane from Vmware by Broadcom.
Work within a collaborative team setting with other developers to architect, design, implement and integrate new and enhanced features Virtual switches Network overlay technologies like vxlan and geneve Physical NIC drivers and SmartNIC solutions, including leverage offloads at the appropriate software/hardware interface Security, QoS Develop reliable data plane virtualization technology related new features using C/C++/Python.
Write well-documented, high performance, reliable, maintainable code. Proficient at creating the testing strategy, detailed test cases and creating test data to ensure high quality of deliverables Ensure engineers document and perform thorough unit and functional testing, seeking reviews to ensure high quality code.
Participate in specification, design, implementation, evangelism and support of the product, as well as improve existing features and product performance Provide technical leadership within a group on complex problems and issues and contributes to company patent portfolio and publications * Characterize, analyze, optimize and benchmark performance, including applying performance tools * Hands-on performance development including CPU utilization, memory profiling, optimizations and benchmarking Work closely with DevOps Technically lead team with multiple other engineers to develop, detailed software design and documentation Must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to work well in a team Required Skills A firm grasp of design and development of the virtual networking data plane Occasionally research innovative technologies, implement proofs of concept, and share your learnings with the team Large system architecture knowledge Excellent design and programming skills with a focus on virtual networking data plane distributed systems Demonstrable implementation experience of high performance, highly concurrent, scalable multi-threaded solutions.
Knowledge and previous experience in developing reliable software using C/C++/Python. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, attention to detail Experience of performance analysis, benchmarking, and trouble-shooting including data gathering, scalability testing, and system profiling is an advantage.
In-depth hardware architectural knowledge including multi-core/multi-thread CPUs, pipelines, cache hierarchies, TLBs, interconnects and memory address translations, NUMA Hands-on performance development including CPU utilization, memory profiling, optimizations, and benchmarking Desire to work in an exciting environment, working on interesting projects with multiple stakeholders and delivering new technologies and products to the marketplace.
Hard-working with a "whatever it takes" attitude. Varied background and familiarity with a broad range of technologies and infrastructure.
Recognized as an engineering leader or technical expert in the domain Attract key talent to the team through technical evangelism Foster innovation, creative thought and new ideas and / or solutions in team Education and Experience Bachelors and 12+ years of related experience; at this level a post-graduate degree is typically expected or Masters degree and 10+ years of related experience or PhD and 7+ years or related 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.
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Equal opportunity and legal notices
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.
From Broadcom's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 18, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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