Responsibilities
- Define the long-term technical roadmap for next-generation network management platforms.
- Lead innovation and R&D initiatives involving AI-driven network operations, intent-based networking, and autonomous network management.
- Guide platform evolution toward intent-based networking, zero-touch provisioning, and self-healing networks.
- Establish technical partnerships with network equipment vendors and cloud providers.
- Participate in IEEE, IETF, and open-source networking projects.
- Serve as chief technical advisor to strategic enterprise customers.
- Lead technical due diligence for potential acquisitions.
- Represent the company at networking conferences and publish thought leadership content.
- Shape engineering practices and culture for network infrastructure software development.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or Electrical Engineering; PhD preferred.
- 15+ years of experience in network software development and 8+ years in senior technical leadership.
- Expertise in 5G, WiFi 6E/7, SD-WAN, SASE, Network-as-a-Service, intent-based networking, cloud-native networking, network automation, telemetry, observability, zero trust, and edge computing.
- Expert-level experience applying AI/ML to network operations, including AIOps and autonomous network management.
- Recognized industry expert with major networking conference speaking experience, published research or patents, and active standards-body or open-source participation.
- Deep relationships with major network equipment vendors and experience with network operator requirements and large-scale network deployments.
- Demonstrated success leading and scaling network management platforms.
- Understanding of NOC workflows, carrier-grade network management, market dynamics, procurement processes, and enterprise buying cycles.
- Ability to translate complex networking concepts into business value propositions.
- Willingness to travel up to 15–20% for customer meetings, conferences, partnerships, and technical collaboration.
Benefits
- Travel expectation is up to 15–20%.
- NETGEAR describes a collaborative, performance-driven workplace focused on innovation, customer impact, employee engagement, and equal employment opportunity.
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About NETGEAR
We turn ideas into innovative networking products that connect people, power businesses, and advance the way we live. For Home NETGEAR makes it easy for you to have the smartest home in the neighborhood, with the latest, fastest networking technology products. From the most advanced wireless internet connectivity, to superior streaming, remote home video monitoring, and storage solutions, your home networking system will have the speed, range and performance you need, every time you need it. At NETGEAR, we focus on all things connected, with the goal of making your online experience seamless so you can sit back, relax and do more. For Business In business, confidence is everything. When it comes to your network, it’s even more important. Whether you’re a small business with big dreams or a mid-size business ready to take the next step, you need to share access and ideas safely, connect remote locations securely and give your people the tools to perform. At NETGEAR, we provide networking, storage and security solutions without the cost and complexity of big IT. Our advanced range of reliable, affordable networking products are easy to install and maintain. We deliver solutions you can count on, so you can spend more time on what matters most – growing your business. For Service Providers Keeping your customers happy and loyal is everything. At NETGEAR we are dedicated to your success. That’s why we deliver the tools and solutions you need to keep your residential and business customers connected, productive and satisfied. Partner with NETGEAR for home connectivity, home media, security and automation, and mobile solutions. We pay attention to the details that matter to you to deliver custom, cost-effective and scalable solutions that contribute to your bottom line. Sales: sales@netgear.com Media Inquiries: pressrelations@netgear.com Investor Relations: netgearir@netgear.com