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Broadcom Engineer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Design Verification Engineer

Irvine, CA

$146K - $178K/yr

Design Verification Engineer Broadcom's ASIC Products Division (APD), a worldwide leader in the design of complex custom ASICs and embedded IP, is looking for an experienced verification engineer ...

Design Verification Engineer

San Jose, CA

$159K - $194K/yr

Design Verification Engineer Broadcom's ASIC Products Division (APD), a worldwide leader in the design of complex custom ASICs and embedded IP, is looking for an experienced verification engineer ...

Broadcom is seeking an experienced IC package-design engineer for complex flip-chip-BGA packages for industry-leading ASICs with high-speed SerDes and very-high-power delivery needs. You will be part ...

Physical IC Design Engineer

San Jose, CA

$159K - $164K/yr

Broadcom is searching for a Physical IC Design Engineer to join the Asic Products Division.This position involves working with the latest technology to continue driving next generation Artificial ...

Physical Design Engineer

San Jose, CA

$159K - $164K/yr

Broadcom is searching for a Physical IC Design Engineer to join the Data Center Solutions Group at our main campus in Colorado Springs, Colorado.This position involves working with the latest ...

Then you're ready to join us on the Solution Engineering team at Broadcom Software. Here are the reasons you want to be a ValueOps Domain Specialist at Broadcom Software: * Work with leaders within ...

Broadcom Central Engineering is looking for a qualified individual who can provide best-in-class development and support for Analog/Mixed Signal tool flows focused on advanced process nodes. This ...

Broadcom offers a fast paced, exciting work environment that allows you to enjoy a variety of work ... Applications Engineering - Direct customer interaction and involvement - Project or time management ...

Design Verification Engineer

San Diego, CA

$144K - $176K/yr

Design Verification Engineer Broadcom's ASIC Products Division (APD), a worldwide leader in the design of complex custom ASICs and embedded IP, is looking for an experienced verification engineer ...

Broadcom is searching for a Physical Design Engineer to join the ASIC Products Division.This position involves working with the latest technology to continue driving next generation AI designs. This ...

Broadcom Central Engineering is looking for a qualified individual who can provide best-in-class development and support for Analog/Mixed Signal tool flows focused on advanced process nodes. This ...

Broadcom Central Engineering is looking for a qualified individual who can provide best-in-class development and support for Analog/Mixed Signal tool flows focused on advanced process nodes. This ...

Broadcom is seeking an experienced IC package-design engineer for complex flip-chip-BGA packages for industry-leading ASICs with high-speed SerDes and very-high-power delivery needs.You will be part ...

Broadcom's Global Operations supporting Core Switching Group is seeking a candidate for an ATE Test Development Engineer. Products include networking switches for NIC, Scale Up, Scale Out, Scale ...

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 ...

Broadcom is searching for a Physical IC Design Engineer to join the Asic Products Division.This position involves working with the latest technology to continue driving next generation Artificial ...

Test Engineer (ATE)

San Jose, CA · On-site

$120K - $192K/yr

Broadcom is seeking a highly motivated Test Engineer to join our Semiconductor Test Engineering team. In this role, you will focus on development of production, characterization, and qualification ...

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How much do broadcom engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for broadcom engineer in California is $165,245.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,100.00 and $202,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Broadcom engineer?

A Broadcom Engineer is a specialized professional who works with Broadcom technologies, including networking, semiconductor solutions, and enterprise software. They may focus on hardware design, firmware development, or software integration, depending on their area of expertise. Their responsibilities often include troubleshooting, performance optimization, and ensuring seamless deployment of Broadcom solutions in various industries.

What are the day-to-day responsibilities of a Broadcom engineer?

As a Broadcom Engineer, your daily tasks could involve designing and testing hardware components, developing firmware or device drivers, troubleshooting system-level issues, and collaborating with other engineers to integrate solutions. You may use diagnostic tools and work closely with both internal teams and external clients to ensure products meet strict performance and quality standards. Project meetings, technical documentation, and ongoing learning about new Broadcom technologies are also typical parts of the workday. This dynamic environment allows engineers to contribute to innovative projects while enhancing their technical expertise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Broadcom engineer?

To excel as a Broadcom Engineer, you generally need a background in electrical or computer engineering, strong problem-solving abilities, and experience with semiconductor technologies or embedded systems design. Familiarity with tools such as Verilog/VHDL, simulation software, PCB design tools, and Broadcom-specific chipsets or SDKs, as well as relevant certifications, is advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and an ability to work collaboratively across interdisciplinary teams are critical soft skills. These competencies are vital for successfully developing, testing, and supporting complex hardware or software solutions in the fast-evolving tech landscape.

How much do Broadcom engineers make?

Broadcom engineers' salaries vary based on experience, location, and role, but the average annual salary ranges from $80,000 to $150,000. Senior engineers with specialized skills in hardware or software development tend to earn higher compensation, often including bonuses and stock options.

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Infographic showing various Broadcom Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $165,245 per year, or $79.4 per hour.

Senior Custom ASIC Engineering Lead

Broadcom

San Jose, CA

$143K - $230K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job Description:

Are you a versatile, senior engineer capable of leading external and internal cross-functional teams in areas such as physical design, STA, DFT, and packaging? Have you taped out so many chips that you can identify potential design problems hidden in EDA reports, advise design teams on how to fix them, and then publish an application note about avoiding them in future? Do you love technical-deep-dive with engineers and providing an eagle's eye summary to management? If this is your engineering profile and you are looking for a challenge, then we have one for you.

Broadcom develops critical Infrastructure chips that enable a variety of Customers to produce ASICs in almost all major segments of the Semiconductor industry, including AI. Our ASIC Products Division is looking for a senior engineer to guide customer teams designing challenging chips in areas such as AI, HPC, networking and storage. This is an immensely responsible position, and an opportunity to push the frontiers of technology by working with cross-functional teams inside and outside of Broadcom.

As a valued member of this team, you will be required to do the following:

  • Manage external customer ASIC programs from inception to finish, including RFQs, technology and IP collaterals, design, test, packaging, fabrication, bring-up and production

  • Advise customers on best practices in EDA, flows and design methodologies, and by organizing Q&A sessions with Broadcom technology experts

  • See ahead, plan ahead, work ahead. Proactively assess potential risks to the design quality and project schedule, then work with cross-functional teams to prepare and execute risk mitigation actions

  • Execute physical design flows to check that incoming customer tape-in netlists meet Broadcom's stringent tape-out quality standards

  • Motivate and drive yourself to stay abreast of developments in Broadcom IPs, technology and end user applications

  • Participate in discussions about your chips with marketing, sales, legal and regulatory compliance teams

  • Be a consummate team player and assist other teams in need

You must have these proven skills to qualify for this position:

  • Multiple tape-outs in advanced technology nodes

  • Analyze PPA tradeoffs involved amongst various library components, and architectures

  • Knowledgeable in low power design and power management

  • Hands-on experience in physical design and STA, EDA tools, design flows for physical design, logic simulation, test, and packaging

  • Programming in TCL, shell and scripting languages

Following skills are nice to have:

  • Exposure to SERDES communications protocols.

  • Logic design, chip architecture, microarchitecture, Verilog RTL coding Front-end logic design verification, DRC, logic synthesis

  • Knowledge of DFT methods including scan, memory BIST and repair

Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Bachelors degree and 12+ years of related experience; or Masters degree and 10+ years of related experience

Additional Job Description:

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is$143,800 - $230,000.

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.

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.

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