Feature Implementation: Implement well-defined switching features in C under senior engineer guidance, including basic L2/L3 protocols
Driver Development: Contribute to device driver development for Broadcom switching chips and peripheral components
Protocol Stack: Work on basic network protocol implementations (STP, VLAN, basic routing protocols)
Testing & Debugging: Develop unit tests and debug embedded software using JTAG, GDB, and hardware debugging tools
Code Maintenance: Fix bugs in existing switching software and perform code reviews with senior team members
Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation for implemented features and protocols
Hardware Integration: Assist in integrating software with switching hardware platforms across different speed grades
Performance Testing: Support performance testing and validation of switching features on target hardware
Learning & Development: Actively learn Broadcom SDK, switching architectures, and embedded systems best practices

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
2 - 4 years of embedded software development experience
Strong C programming skills demonstrated through coursework or projects
Understanding of computer systems architecture and embedded systems concepts
Good debugging and problem-solving skills
C Programming: Strong foundation in C programming, pointers, memory management, and embedded C practices
Embedded Systems: Basic understanding of embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and hardware-software interfaces
Network Protocols: Fundamental knowledge of Ethernet, TCP/IP, and basic switching concepts
Development Tools: Familiarity with GCC, Make, debugging tools (GDB), and version control (Git)
Operating Systems: Basic understanding of Linux kernel concepts and system programming
Hardware Understanding: Basic knowledge of computer architecture, memory systems, and I/O interfaces

Willingness to learn switching architectures, ASIC programming, and packet processing concepts
Interest in network protocols and enterprise switching features
Basic understanding of OSI model and Ethernet fundamentals
No prior Broadcom SDK experience required - comprehensive training provided

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