R&D IDMS Software Engineer

Job Description

Broadcom's Mainframe Software Division (MSD) is looking for a talented and motivated Software Engineer with a passion for building high quality applications using agile practices to join our Mainframe IDMS team. In this role, you will be a key member of the development team and will focus on building, testing, and supporting leading edge Mainframe Database solutions used by many of the world's largest companies.

We are looking for an engineer who is highly motivated, team oriented and has excellent organization and problem-solving skills. The individual and team goal will be to develop and maintain high-quality software aligned with user needs and business objectives.

Work Location for this position is in our Plano, TX office.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively within an Agile Team to analyze and translate business requirements and write high quality, testable code that meets the Agile Definition of Done.
• Participate in design and code reviews with other engineers.
• Actively participate and contribute to all Agile activities: Iteration planning, refinement, and sprint reviews. Volunteer for and commit to delivering stories and tasks within the sprint.
• Actively communicate and collaborate within the team and across functional boundaries.
• Drive opportunities to increase efficiency, security, and product quality through best practices.
• Interact with customers for support issues, demonstrations, and feedback sessions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or global equivalent in a software related field.
• Typically, 5 or more years of experience in mainframe software development or a related field.
• Heavy experience in software development using IBM Assembler on z/OS systems.
• Skills with system level functions such as SVCs and PC calls.
• Experience using Source Code Management tools such as Endevor and GitHub.
• Experience in Agile software development methodology.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Open to learning new technologies and languages, following new trends, and continuous innovation.

Desired Mainframe Technical Skills & Experience

• Experience working with zOS systems components and sub-systems such as JCL, ISPF, CICS, and mainframe databases like IDMS, Datacom, DB2.
• Solid knowledge of reading system dumps.
• Additional experience in one or more of the following languages: Metal C, COBOL, REXX, C++.

General Skills & Competencies

• Good knowledge in Agile tools like Jira and Rally.
• Familiar with QA and DevOps concepts and practices such as test automation, CI/CD etc.
• Advanced debugging skills using tools like XDC.
• Communications and organization skills.

Additional Job Description

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $91,000 - $146,000. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements. Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: 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 and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law. If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.