Senior Mainframe Software Engineer

Broadcom

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Work type: On-site
Location: San Jose, CA
Salary: $143,800–$230,000 / yr
Posted: 5 days ago
Closes: Dec 8, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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This role $187k

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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 103 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Senior Mainframe Software Engineer

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Broadcom's Mainframe Software Division seeks a Senior Software Engineer to join their agile team focused on modernizing enterprise software products. This hands-on role involves designing and developing high-quality applications in IBM Assembler Language (HLASM) for the mainframe platform, collaborating with product management and fellow engineers to define requirements and deliver solutions. The ideal candidate will automate tasks through scripting and contribute to engineering excellence initiatives by promoting best practices and reducing technical debt. Key skills include proficiency in z/OS operating systems, experience with CA 1 Flexible Storage and other mainframe storage products, and familiarity with source control systems like Endevor or ISPW. This position offers the chance to significantly impact Mainframe product teams while working within a collaborative and supportive environment at Broadcom.

Skills

IBMAssembler z/OS CA1FlexibleStorage DFSMs JCL MetalC Endevor XDC SLD ScriptingLanguages DevOps AgileMethodology

What you'll do

Design and develop high-quality software architecture for mainframe applications.
Produce, test, and debug functional software solutions using Mainframe expertise.
Automate tasks to increase efficiency through scripting and tools.
Lead engineering excellence initiatives to promote best practices and code quality.
Mentor and coach software engineers in their professional growth.

What we're looking for

Proven experience in mainframe software development.
Proficiency in IBM Assembler Language (HLASM) and z/OS operating system.
Experience with CA 1 Flexible Storage, Vtape, DASD Storage Management, DFSMS, Allocate, DFShsm, DFSrmm or similar mainframe storage products.
Strong analytical skills and expertise in problem-solving and debugging.
Familiarity with source control systems like Endevor/ISPW and scripting languages.
Twelve or more years of experience in software development or a related field.
Ability to work effectively in an Agile environment and contribute to engineering excellence initiatives.

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