Broadcom Inc.
Job Description
Broadcom Software is seeking a Director to lead the vSphere Kubernetes Service (vKS) Application Engineering organization. This global role combines deep technical expertise with executive leadership, shaping how enterprises adopt VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) as the core infrastructure platform for modern applications. The successful candidate will guide strategic customer engagements, drive vKS adoption and standardization as kubernetes platform of choice in enterprise, and build a world‑class business development and application engineering team. With expertise spanning cloud‑native platforms, application modernization, and enterprise infrastructure, this leader will ensure Broadcom delivers differentiated business outcomes and establishes VCF as the foundation for modern applications in enterprise private cloud.
Key Accountabilities
Global Strategy Leadership – Define and execute the worldwide vKS vision and operating model aligned to Broadcom’s private cloud strategy
Executive Engagement – Represent Broadcom with enterprise CIOs / CTOs; influence technology roadmaps and secure strategic Kubernetes workload commitments
Strategic Customer Engagement – Partner with account executives to position VCF as the enterprise application platform of choice
End‑to‑End Architecture Leadership – Design and validate solutions across application, infrastructure, and DevSecOps domains (VCF + vKS + Tanzu + third‑party technologies)
Technology Guidance – Provide senior‑level guidance on Kubernetes, cloud‑native adoption, DevOps / CI / CD, and enterprise requirements (HA, scalability, security, DR)
Sales & Delivery Support – Partner with account teams to support the full customer lifecycle, from presales and sizing through PS scope definition and execution oversight
Execution Excellence – Oversee technical delivery, resolve architectural challenges, and influence product direction in collaboration with engineering and support teams
Organizational Leadership – Build, scale, and inspire a global team of application engineers; establish frameworks, best practices, and measurable success criteria
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Required Skills & Expertise
15+ years of leadership in enterprise solution architecture, 7+ years in cloud native and container solution architecture, with global scope
Program Execution & Accountability – Proven ability to run a high‑visibility global program: setting goals, defining metrics and controls, identifying risks, and reporting progress and solutions to executive leadership
Executive Presence – Ability to influence senior enterprise stakeholders and align technology strategy to business outcomes
Strong track record in scaling adoption of Kubernetes, containers, or modern application platforms in complex enterprise environments
Financial Industry Knowledge – Deep understanding of application and infrastructure landscapes within regulated enterprises
Application Architecture – Experience with monoliths, microservices, APIs, and event‑driven designs
Cloud‑Native Technologies – Kubernetes, containers, and leading platforms (EKS, AKS, GKE, RHOS)
Highly Desirable
Middleware & Development Frameworks – ESB, messaging, API management, databases, Spring, React
DevOps / CI / CD – Strong background in pipeline automation, tooling, and deployment practices
Enterprise Requirements – Expertise in HA, scalability, security, RTO / RPO standards
Infrastructure Knowledge – Strong grasp of networking, storage, backup, BCP / DR
Compensation and Benefits The annual base salary range for this position is $187,500 - $300,000.
This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity 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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Key Accountabilities
Global Strategy Leadership – Define and execute the worldwide vKS vision and operating model aligned to Broadcom’s private cloud strategy
Executive Engagement – Represent Broadcom with enterprise CIOs / CTOs; influence technology roadmaps and secure strategic Kubernetes workload commitments
Strategic Customer Engagement – Partner with account executives to position VCF as the enterprise application platform of choice
End‑to‑End Architecture Leadership – Design and validate solutions across application, infrastructure, and DevSecOps domains (VCF + vKS + Tanzu + third‑party technologies)
Technology Guidance – Provide senior‑level guidance on Kubernetes, cloud‑native adoption, DevOps / CI / CD, and enterprise requirements (HA, scalability, security, DR)
Sales & Delivery Support – Partner with account teams to support the full customer lifecycle, from presales and sizing through PS scope definition and execution oversight
Execution Excellence – Oversee technical delivery, resolve architectural challenges, and influence product direction in collaboration with engineering and support teams
Organizational Leadership – Build, scale, and inspire a global team of application engineers; establish frameworks, best practices, and measurable success criteria
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
Required Skills & Expertise
15+ years of leadership in enterprise solution architecture, 7+ years in cloud native and container solution architecture, with global scope
Program Execution & Accountability – Proven ability to run a high‑visibility global program: setting goals, defining metrics and controls, identifying risks, and reporting progress and solutions to executive leadership
Executive Presence – Ability to influence senior enterprise stakeholders and align technology strategy to business outcomes
Strong track record in scaling adoption of Kubernetes, containers, or modern application platforms in complex enterprise environments
Financial Industry Knowledge – Deep understanding of application and infrastructure landscapes within regulated enterprises
Application Architecture – Experience with monoliths, microservices, APIs, and event‑driven designs
Cloud‑Native Technologies – Kubernetes, containers, and leading platforms (EKS, AKS, GKE, RHOS)
Highly Desirable
Middleware & Development Frameworks – ESB, messaging, API management, databases, Spring, React
DevOps / CI / CD – Strong background in pipeline automation, tooling, and deployment practices
Enterprise Requirements – Expertise in HA, scalability, security, RTO / RPO standards
Infrastructure Knowledge – Strong grasp of networking, storage, backup, BCP / DR
Compensation and Benefits The annual base salary range for this position is $187,500 - $300,000.
This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity 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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