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Broadcom

Senior Software Engineer

Broadcom, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306

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Core Kubernetes Software Engineer - VMware Cloud Foundation VMware by Broadcom, a leader in cloud infrastructure, data center networking, and security, is seeking a Core Kubernetes Software Engineer to join our Common Platform Group in the VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) division. As part of our team, you'll work on cutting‑edge solutions that power the hybrid cloud and interact with our largest customers to shape the future of our industry‑leading platform.

Key Responsibilities

Develop platform features for highly scalable, distributed Kubernetes‑based systems

Create and maintain Kubernetes operators and custom controllers using Go

Optimize Kubernetes clusters for performance, scalability, and cost‑efficiency

Integrate Kubernetes with CI/CD pipelines for streamlined application packaging

Implement comprehensive monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions

Troubleshoot complex issues related to Kubernetes clusters, applications, and services

Apply advanced Kubernetes design patterns

Develop automation tools and scripts for Kubernetes deployments

Collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure seamless integration of Kubernetes solutions

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of relevant experience OR Master's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience

Deep understanding of Kubernetes concepts, components, and APIs

Extensive experience with container technologies and orchestration tools

Strong programming skills in Go, with additional expertise in Python or Java

Experience building and operating large‑scale distributed systems

Proficiency in infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Ansible, Helm)

Hands‑on experience managing Kubernetes clusters, building operators, CRDs, and controllers

Solid understanding of networking concepts and Kubernetes networking

Knowledge of observability tools such as Prometheus and Grafana

Contributions to open‑source projects, particularly in the Kubernetes ecosystem

Strong problem‑solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills

Compensation and Benefits The annual base salary range for this position is $143,100 - $226,000.

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.

Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S.

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.

If you are located outside the U.S., please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.

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