Please Note:1. If you are a first time user, please create your candidate login account before you apply for a job. (Click Sign In > Create Account)2. If you already have a Candidate Account, please Sign-In before you apply.Job Description:The elevator pitch: Why would you enjoy this new opportunity?Broadcom’s Application Networking and Security (ANS) Division delivers unparalleled solutions for Zero Trust Lateral Security and Load Balancing to the world’s most demanding enterprises. We enable a true Cloud operating model with self-service and automation for advanced security and software defined load balancer for VMs, bare-metal and container workloads running on VMware VCF Private Cloud - simplifying operations, securing private cloud and enabling rapid application deployment for digital enterprises.We have an exciting opportunity for an ICB5 Staff Engineer on our Network Detection and Research Team (NDRT). Our team is responsible for the development of network security and intrusion detection capabilities for the vDefend Advanced Threat Prevention (ATP) solution, a cutting-edge networking and security analytics solution for the detection and prevention of advanced threats.We are passionate about network detection and threat research, and combine in a single team experts with varying backgrounds, all contributing to the development of new detection capabilities in the product. We differentiate ourselves from other players in the space with a data-driven approach and a strong reliance on AI and machine learning. If you are passionate about network threat detection, and you are willing to innovate, explore and develop novel ideas and approaches in the fight against advanced threats, come and join us!ResponsibilitiesConduct deep-dive research into emerging network threats (agentic and human) to keep our IDPS capability ahead of adversariesArchitect and build cutting-edge, AI-enabled and agentic security solutions designed to proactively protect virtual workloads within large-scale data center environmentsAnalyze malicious traffic to design, prototype, and implement robust detection approaches and high-performance IDPS signaturesConstruct and maintain scalable data collection infrastructures, incorporating automated feedback loops and data enrichment to streamline threat evaluation and responseTranslate threat intelligence into actionable, high-fidelity detection logic and signaturesWho you areYou are passionate about network security and threat researchYou are a self-motivated and methodical person comfortable in managing and analyzing large amounts of dataYou are team player who is also able to work independently and you are comfortable in working with a global team working in different timezonesYou enjoy experimenting with new ideas, creating quick prototypes, and following academic papers to identify new approachesPreferred qualifications and skillsRequired: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field and 12+ years of related experience, or Master’s degree and 10+ years of related experience, or PhD and 7+ years of related experienceStrong experience and interest in network securityUnderstanding of IDPS concepts and experience at developing IDS signaturesExperience with the Python programming languageFamiliarity with Docker and k8s environmentsWillingness and familiarity in working with AI tools and agentic AI systemsStrong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issuesExcellent verbal and written communication and collaboration skillsLegal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.The position requires 5 days/week attendance at the Broadcom office in Palo Alto.What is the leadership like for this role? What is the structure and culture of the team like?The hiring manager for this role is Luukas Larinkoski, who leads the Network Detection and Research Team and is based in London, UK. The team members are based in Palo Alto, US and Europe. The NDRT team is part of the Advanced Threat Prevention group, which has strong roots in academic research with several members having published in top academic conferences on network security topics.Compensation and BenefitsThe annual base salary range for this position is USD 143,800.00 To USD 230,000.00As 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, 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.