Software Field Applications Engineer
Broadcom · San Jose, CA · 3 wk ago
Business Development$141k–$225k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Assist customers in running switch development kit in their OS/platform environment
- Familiarize with embedded OS's like Linux
- Identify and report software bugs
- Write or suggest software fixes
- Suggest appropriate use of APIs for implementing features like traffic management, congestion control, scheduling
- Give SDK overview presentations
- Understand Ethernet protocol/switching/packet processing architecture
- Answer customers' questions regarding the features
- Work with Field Sales Engineers to increase demand for Broadcom Wired Segment products
- Understand the customer's application 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
Job Requirements
- Ability to understand millions of lines 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)
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 8+ years of experience in embedded networking software design and development
- Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 6+ years of experience in embedded networking software design and development
- 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
- Able to handle intense pressure and execute
- Able to build strong relationships with customers
- Past record of success
Compensation and Benefits
- On Target Earnings (OTE) range: $140,600 - $225,000 OTE includes Sales Incentive Commission in accordance with relevant plan documents and salary
- Competitive new hire equity grant and annual equity awards
- 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
- Comprehensive benefits package including Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence