Responsibilities
- Develop and integrate prplMesh components across Qualcomm, Broadcom, and MediaTek-based SoCs.
- Apply AI-centric design practices to WiFi software development using Prompt, Context, and Harness engineering.
- Partner with hardware teams to validate radio performance and mesh stability.
- Interface with mesh APIs, WiFi drivers, and the 1905.1 protocol stack.
- Implement configuration and telemetry reporting through App and Web GUI interfaces.
- Provide technical leadership across networking, mesh, and control-panel development.
- Conduct functional and performance testing, drive bug fixes, and support customer escalations.
- Contribute to 802.11, Bluetooth, Thread, or Matter platform development as applicable.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in embedded Linux development using C/C++, Shell, Python, and Lua.
- Familiarity with Qualcomm, Broadcom, and MediaTek QSDK, OpenWrt, or Yocto-based systems.
- Strong knowledge of wireless networking, WiFi standards from 802.11a through 802.11be, mesh networking, QoS, Linux kernel and user-space interactions, and router or gateway network functions.
- Working knowledge of bridging, Ethernet, VLAN, TCP/UDP, IPv4/IPv6, DHCP, NAT, DNS, routing protocols, firewalling, iptables/nftables, and traffic shaping.
- Experience with 802.11 platforms and prplOS/prplMesh architecture and development.
- Experience profiling WiFi performance using RSSI/SNR metrics, DFS, AWGN, and channel steering.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, collaboration, independent-working, attention-to-detail, and quality-focused skills.
- Preferred: experience with EasyMesh or vendor-specific mesh platforms and Web or App interface integration and development.
Benefits
- The role contributes to next-generation connected-home networking products used by NETGEAR customers worldwide.
- The position emphasizes collaboration with hardware teams and cross-functional technical leadership.
- NETGEAR states that it provides an engaged, inspired, challenging, proud, and respectful workplace.
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