Responsibilities
- Define the long-term technical roadmap for next-generation cloud-based network management platforms.
- Lead innovation and R&D initiatives in AI-driven network operations, intent-based networking, autonomous network management, zero-touch provisioning, and self-healing networks.
- Drive adoption of emerging networking standards, protocols, and management paradigms.
- Establish technical partnerships with major network equipment vendors and cloud providers.
- Participate in IEEE and IETF standards bodies and open-source networking projects.
- Advise strategic enterprise customers on complex network management requirements.
- Lead technical due diligence for potential acquisitions in the network management space.
- 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; a PhD is preferred.
- 15+ years of experience in network software development and 8+ years in senior technical leadership.
- Deep expertise in 5G, WiFi 6E/7, SD-WAN, SASE, Network-as-a-Service, intent-based networking, and declarative network management.
- Expert-level experience applying AI/ML to network operations, including AIOps and autonomous network management.
- Mastery of cloud-native networking, service mesh, container networking, network automation, infrastructure as code, and GitOps.
- Advanced knowledge of network telemetry, streaming telemetry, observability platforms, zero trust networking, edge computing, and distributed network management.
- Recognized industry expertise demonstrated through conference speaking engagements, published research, or patents.
- Active participation in networking standards bodies or open-source projects and deep relationships with major network equipment vendors.
- Experience with network operator requirements, large-scale network deployments, NOC workflows, carrier-grade network management, procurement processes, and enterprise buying cycles.
- Track record of successfully scaling network management platforms and translating complex networking concepts into business value propositions.
- Up to 15–20% travel availability for customer meetings, conferences, vendor partnerships, and technical collaboration.
Benefits
- Up to 15–20% travel is required.
- NETGEAR describes a collaborative, performance-driven workplace focused on innovation, customer impact, and employee engagement.
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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