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If you are a first time user, please create your candidate login account before you apply for a job. (Click Sign In > Create Account)\n2. If you already have a Candidate Account, please Sign-In before you apply.\nJob Description:\nAbout Broadcom\nBroadcom Inc. is a global technology leader that designs, develops, and supplies a broad range of semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions. With a rich history of engineering innovation, Broadcom provides critical technologies that power complex network architectures, broadband, enterprise storage, and industrial applications worldwide. Our unwavering commitment to excellence and high-performance solutions continues to drive progress across the modern digital landscape.\nAbout IFPD in Regensburg\nThe Industrial and Fiber Optic Products Division (IFPD) in Regensburg operates at the absolute cutting edge of optical sensing and communication technologies. 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