Software Field Applications Engineer

About This Role

• Core Switching Group (CSG) Software Field Applications Engineer (FAE) will be supporting industry leading XGS-Tomahawk series of products in AI clusters for scale up, scale out, scale across applications.
• This individual will be responsible for top-5 cloud customers who are leaders in compute and AI/ML space.
• Key responsibilities are to assist customers in running switch development kit in their OS/platform environment, be familiar with embedded OS's like linux, identify s/w bugs, write/suggest software fixes, suggest the appropriate use of APIs to implement features like traffic management, congestion control, scheduling, give SDK overview presentations.
• Understand ethernet protocol/switching/packet processing architecture thoroughly and answer customers' questions regarding the features, providing timely and accurate information.
• Work with Field Sales Engineers to increase demand for Broadcom Wired Segment products.
• Understand the customer's application in order to identify key technology and product features for next generation products.
• Act as technical liaison between Core Switching Group Software Development Team, Factory Application Teams and the customer.
• This position is part of sales organization.
• You must be permanent resident/US citizen.
• This is an onsite position in Broadcom San Jose office and not relocation eligible.
• Job Requirements: -Be able to understand millions of line of code and write patches -Expert in Ethernet L2/L3 switching protocols 2 years experience as a field applications engineer (highly desired but not a must) -BSEE/BSCS required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. -Team player, independent, self-starter, "can-do" attitude, adaptable to rapidly changing market requirements, ability to prioritize and multitask. -Be able to handle intense pressure and be able to execute. -Be able to build strong relationships with customers. -Past record of success.
• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 8+ years experience in embedded networking software design and development or Masters degree and 6+ years experience in embedded networking software design and development Additional Job Description: Compensation and Benefits The On Target Earnings (OTE) range for this position is $140,600 - $225,000 OTE includes Sales Incentive Commission in accordance with relevant plan documents and salary.
• In addition, as a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible to receive a competitive new hire equity grant and annual equity awards, directly connecting your success 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.
• We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.
• If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.