As a senior OS kernel and system software development engineer at VMware by Broadcom, you will join the ESXi CPU and Server Platform team responsible for advancing Arm and x86 architecture support in the ESXi hypervisor. Your daily tasks include collaborating with hardware partners to bring up new technologies, developing core CPU and hardware platform drivers, and optimizing virtualization features such as CPU, I/O, and memory management. You will work closely with cross-functional teams on large-scale projects, ensuring high-quality solutions for customers. The role requires expertise in C programming, modern microprocessor architectures, and operating system internals, along with proficiency in version control tools like Git and Gerrit. Ideal candidates have experience with virtualization platforms, hardware bring-ups, and kernel performance analysis, making this a challenging yet rewarding position at the forefront of cloud infrastructure technology.
Skills
C
Linux
BSD
Windows_NT
x86
Arm
PCI
ACPI
IOMMU
DMA
UEFI
git
gerrit
perforce
makefiles
linux_shell_scripts
ESXi
KVM
Hyper-V
SMP
NUMA
interrupt_controller
SMMUs
AMD_x86_CPU_Architecture
Intel_x86_CPU_Architecture
AArch64
ARMv8
What you'll do
Develop and maintain ESXi CPU and server platform support for both Arm and x86 architectures.
Engage directly with hardware partners to integrate new technologies into the ESXi hypervisor.
Collaborate on cross-functional teams to ensure broad hardware technology compatibility.
Conduct research and architect future capabilities for ESXi to future-proof the system.
Troubleshoot complex issues and work closely with customers to resolve technical problems.
Write efficient C code and understand modern microprocessor architectures, including multiprocessor programming.
What we're looking for
BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science/Engineering with extensive industry experience.
Expertise in C programming and modern microprocessor architectures.
Strong knowledge of operating systems and kernel internals (Linux/BSDs/Windows NT).
Proficiency in version control tools like git, gerrit, and perforce for collaborative development.
Excellent analytical skills and ability to debug complex system issues.
Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as ESXi, KVM, or Hyper-V.
Market check
Salary context
This
$141,300–$226,000
range sits above
69%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$123,000–$214,080
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$139,000–$196,750
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Broadcom
Broadcom is a global semiconductor and infrastructure software company that designs and markets a wide range of networking, storage, and wireless connectivity solutions. Industry: Semiconductors & Infrastructure Software
Broadcom currently has
72 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$119,400–$192,000
across 72 roles with salary data.