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Principal Hardware Engineer

Broadcom

On-site
Ottawa, ON
Full-time
Principal
12+ yrs
$114k–$183kPosted 1h ago

Real job — pulled straight from Broadcom’s careers page · Verified October 28, 2026 · No reposts.

Job description

Broadcom is hiring a Principal Hardware Engineer — a full-time, based in Ottawa, ON role ($114k–$183k). Apply directly on Broadcom's careers page below.

Principal Hardware Engineer

Location: Ottawa March Road

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

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Job Description:

As a Principal Hardware Engineer, you will design, develop, and deliver Ultra High-performance electronic products. In addition, you may provide technical leadership to a small design team. We are looking for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, start-up-like environment. We believe in small teams of highly experienced engineers. As such, we have a One Person One Board development culture, so you will own all aspects of EE hardware design, including BOM creation, participation with vendor negotiators, circuit/board design, development, and validation. Our Cradle to Grave lifecycle product development means ownership does not end at product ship. You will help with customer trials, field issues, and product sustaining.


You will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of Hardware, ASIC, Signal, Mechanical, Thermal, Diagnostic, Packaging, and Manufacturing engineers. In addition, Joint development programs may require extensive interaction with partner engineering teams.


Key Qualifications & Experience:


  • Large high-powered SOCs based on advanced silicon and packaging process technologies, including 2D, 2.5D, and 2.5D with 3D memories.
  • Precision Scopes, Analyzers, development & validation tools.
  • Power and Thermal issues associated with PCBs with 1kW+ footprints
  • High-speed & High-density signaling with SerDes rates of 112G+
  • Demonstrate lifecycle product ownership of complex products. Participating in a cross-functional team from product inception to volume production
  • Work with support groups, including Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Customer Support, Compliance, Safety, and Sustainability
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and 12+ years of related experience

Beneficial Experience:

  • Small Team Lead or proven technical mentor of High Speed Hardware designers.

Compensation and Benefits


The annual base salary range for this position is CAD 114,400.00 To CAD 183,000.00

As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.


Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, RRSP participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays; and paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for 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.


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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary for Principal Hardware Engineer at Broadcom?

The estimated salary range for Principal Hardware Engineer at Broadcom is $114,000 - $183,000 USD per year.

What skills are required for Principal Hardware Engineer at Broadcom?

The required skills for Principal Hardware Engineer at Broadcom include: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.

What is the seniority level for Principal Hardware Engineer at Broadcom?

Principal Hardware Engineer at Broadcom is a Principal level position.

How do I apply for Principal Hardware Engineer at Broadcom?

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