This role pays more than
87%
of similar roles. Most pay
$142,400–$222,000
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$260k
versus about
$182k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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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
223 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$121,900–$195,000
across 160 roles with salary data.
As an R&D Distinguished Software Engineer on the Avi Engineering team, you will architect and build high-performance, cloud-scale load balancing and security solutions specifically designed for AI workloads like LLMs, gateways, and AI agents. You will be responsible for designing resilient microservices, building data pipelines to handle millions of records, and managing complex backend processes through stateful workflows. Your daily work involves optimizing queries across a polyglot persistence layer including OpenSearch, PostgreSQL, Redis, and Neo4j while mentoring junior engineers and conducting deep-dive code reviews. The role requires expert proficiency in GoLang and Python, with moderate C++ skills for performance-critical components. You will utilize gRPC, Protobuf, and RESTful APIs to solve complex networking problems involving L4–L7 protocols, TCP/IP, and HTTP/S stacks within the domain of security and intelligence platforms.
What does a Software Engineer earn in California?
Median $214000 from 925 postings across 71 companies.