PCIe Switch Architect

Broadcom

. Define, specify, and optimize PCIe architecture for PCIe switch products .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $143,800 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in PCIe architecture and hardware development, with a strong focus on performance modeling, debugging, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to executive management and document architectural solutions effectively.

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PCIe Architecture ExpertiseHardware Development ExperiencePerformance ModelingDebugging Complex IssuesStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

PCIe ArchitecturePerformance ModelingWorkload AnalysisRTL Design ImplementationVerification Test PlansMicro-Architecture SpecificationsSystem Level Performance AnalysisTechnical DocumentationDebugging Hardware and Software InteractionArchitecture Specification Writing

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationPresentation SkillsCollaborationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science EngineeringMaster’s Degree Preferred

Industry Keywords

PCIe Switch ProductsDesign VerificationValidation DevelopmentIndustry Standard WorkgroupsProduction Solutions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define, specify, and optimize PCIe architecture for PCIe switch products
Work with hardware and firmware architects and developers to ensure robust solutions
Contribute to near-term production solutions and long-term research into new switch features and technologies
Participate in all aspects of PCIe switch solution definition
Work closely with Design, Verification, and Validation development teams
Write high-level architecture specifications and review micro-architecture specifications
Perform performance modeling and workload analysis while balancing power, performance, and area trade-offs
Guide RTL design implementation and define verification test plans and coverage metrics
Participate in PCIe industry standard workgroups
Investigate and debug production solutions to optimize performance, evaluate features, and resolve issues
Present architecture topics to executive management
Engage with key customers to understand issues and future directions
Support development organizations in resolving complex issues and optimizing code performance or efficiency

Requirements

What you’ll need

12 years or more experience in hardware development
At least 5 years focused on PCIe architecture
Skills in leading debugging complex issues related to hardware and software interaction and system level performance issues
In-depth understanding of PCIe interface architecture
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to present complex problems and solutions understandably to executive management
Ability to conduct low-level technical discussions with architecture peers and development teams
Ability to clearly document solutions at an architectural level
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Science Engineering
Master’s degree preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Competitive new hire equity grant
Annual equity awards
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
Vacation time
Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence in accordance with applicable laws