Ethernet NIC Software and Validation Engineer

Global technology leader that designs, develops and supplies semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions.
$127,000 - $203,000
Embedded
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
12+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Ethernet NIC Software and Validation Engineer

Broadcom, a leading supplier of high-speed ASICs to Cloud and Enterprise Data Center markets, is seeking a Senior Ethernet NIC Software and Validation Engineer. This role is crucial within the Network Switching and Controller Group, focusing on creating high-performance, PCIe-based NIC, RDMA, Storage, and custom protocol offload solutions. The position combines hardware and software expertise, requiring deep understanding of system concepts related to multi-core x86 SMP server architectures and PCI. The ideal candidate will work in a pre-production silicon development environment, developing both device driver software and embedded firmware for PCIe-based networking products. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment where chip development cycles can be less than 18 months. The position involves collaboration with ASIC Architects, Designers, and Verification Engineers across multiple sites, making it perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative, innovative environment. The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $127,000 to $203,000, with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and equity opportunities.

Last updated 6 days ago

Responsibilities For Ethernet NIC Software and Validation Engineer

  • Create new product architectures
  • Develop Software Test Architecture documents
  • Coordinate and Develop broad scale System Level Silicon Validation test plans
  • Work with ASIC Architects, Designers, and Verification Engineers
  • Debug and troubleshoot complex system issues
  • Work with hardware design engineers to capture and analyze digital wave forms
  • Develop and execute system level ASIC test coverage

Requirements For Ethernet NIC Software and Validation Engineer

Linux
  • BS in CECS or EE required
  • 12+ years of software and firmware development experience in Linux OS and embedded firmware environments
  • Experience developing embedded firmware, kernel mode device drivers, and user mode application software
  • Understanding of kernel and user mode software partitioning
  • Knowledge of PCIe Protocol, Interrupts, DMA Concepts
  • Experience with physical and virtual memory management
  • Understanding of hardware virtualization concepts
  • Expertise in hardware and software debug
  • Experience with system bus analyzers and network protocol analyzers
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Strong communication skills

Benefits For Ethernet NIC Software and Validation Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Equity
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave
  • Vacation time
  • Annual discretionary bonus
  • Equity awards

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