Embedded Systems Lead Engineer
Description For Embedded Systems Lead Engineer
Broadcom, a global technology leader in semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions, is seeking an Embedded Systems Lead Engineer to join their team in Fort Collins. This senior-level position involves leading a dynamic team of 5-8 firmware engineers while developing embedded software and hardware for products targeting hyperscale data center applications.
The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in embedded systems, firmware development, and hardware interfaces. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing firmware for new integrated circuit products, collaborating with PCB and SI engineers, and driving full system design. The position demands strong technical skills in C/C++, Python, and embedded systems debugging, along with excellent leadership and communication abilities.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys working at the intersection of hardware and software, leading teams, and solving complex technical challenges. The role offers competitive compensation ($107,000 - $171,000) plus comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, equity compensation, and more.
The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of embedded software development experience with a Bachelor's degree (or 6+ years with a Master's) in Electrical or Computer Engineering. You should be passionate about continuous improvement, comfortable in an EE lab, and experienced with modern software development practices and tools.
Responsibilities For Embedded Systems Lead Engineer
- Lead a fast-moving, multi-site team of 5-8 FW engineers
- Design and implement firmware for new integrated circuit products
- Develop quality software using best practices for all phases of software design life cycle
- System architecture - collect information on HW and SW requirements from stakeholders
- Write re-usable code to support multiple generations of devices
- Document code for use by other teams/customers
- Collaborate with PCB and SI engineers for full system design
- Audit PCB designs including component selection and FW impact
- Test manufactured HW and SW modules and deploy to customers
Requirements For Embedded Systems Lead Engineer
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering with 8+ years experience or Master's with 6+ years
- Proficiency in C/C++ and Python
- Experience with embedded software interfacing with HW and SW subsystems
- Familiarity with embedded systems debugging equipment
- Experience with Git and version control
- Knowledge of C and C++ toolchain
- Shell scripting and OS knowledge
- Self-directed and motivated
- Strong critical thinking and communication skills
Benefits For Embedded Systems Lead Engineer
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- 401(K) with company matching
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time
- Paid Family Leave
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Equity compensation
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