Little to no future prospect at Broadcom DTV. Over 50% lay-off in past 2 years and still fast shrinking revenue. - Staff Software Engineer Broadcom Employee Review

2.0
Jun 20, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

- Restricted Stock Units (competitive compared to other companies) - Highly skilled engineers

Cons

- Requires constant unpaid overtime (14 hours, 6 days a week) - Lots of traveling to support customers with high demands - No IP and architecture ownership in the Markham location - Software engineers are not valued in DTV!

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Cons

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5.0
Jun 3, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Excellent compensation with strong base pay, bonuses, and quarterly RSU vesting that truly rewards performance. The company moves fast with clear priorities and strong financial results. Management is straightforward and execution-focused, though the pace can be demanding. Great for those who thrive in a high-performance environment.

Cons

High pressure with occasional work-life balance challenges

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