Software Program Leadership
- Lead comprehensive release planning across WiFi, routing, switching firmware and cloud platform development
- Establish and maintain integrated software development roadmaps with clear milestones and dependencies
- Drive cross-team alignment on release schedules, ensuring coordinated delivery across all product lines
- Own program governance frameworks and decision-making processes for software development initiatives
- Establish accountability frameworks ensuring clear ownership for all software deliverables and components
Delivery & Process Management
- Drive end-to-end release planning cycles, coordinating timelines across embedded firmware, cloud services, and management applications
- Establish and track comprehensive program metrics including schedule adherence, milestone completion, and delivery quality
- Lead risk identification, assessment, and mitigation planning across all software development streams
- Manage complex software integration schedules involving hardware bring-up, driver development, and cloud connectivity
- Drive continuous improvement in software development processes and cross-team collaboration effectiveness
Cross-Team Coordination & Ownership Management
- Ensure comprehensive team involvement in planning processes - no gaps in representation or ownership
- Identify and resolve ownership ambiguities for cross-cutting software features and integration points
- Coordinate software dependencies between embedded firmware teams and cloud platform development
- Drive accountability for software compatibility across hardware platforms and software versions
- Lead regular program reviews ensuring all relevant stakeholders are engaged and informed
Risk Management & Issue Resolution
- Proactively identify program risks across technical, resource, and timeline dimensions
- Establish risk escalation processes and drive mitigation strategies across all software development streams
- Lead issue triage and resolution coordination when problems span multiple teams or product areas
- Manage program communication during critical issues, ensuring appropriate stakeholder engagement
- Drive post-mortem processes and incorporate learnings into future planning cycles
Required Qualifications
Experience & Background
- 8+ years of software program management experience with 3+ years in networking/connectivity industry
- General understanding of networking technologies and software development for connected devices
- Experience managing software development programs across multiple product lines or platforms
- Background coordinating between software engineering teams and other cross-functional stakeholders
- Familiarity with both embedded software development cycles and cloud/SaaS development practices
Technical Expertise
- Good familiarity with networking software development lifecycles and embedded software concepts
- Understanding of WiFi technology landscape (WiFi 6/6E/7), enterprise wireless solutions, and connectivity trends
- Working knowledge of routing and switching concepts (BGP, OSPF, VLAN, spanning tree, QoS)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms, microservices architectures, and modern software development practices
- General understanding of network security principles and compliance requirements
Program Management Skills
- Proficiency with modern development tools (Jira, Git, Jenkins, containerization platforms)
- Experience with agile development methodologies adapted for hardware-software integration projects
- Strong analytical skills with ability to identify and resolve complex cross-team dependencies
- Proven track record managing software programs with 6-12 month development cycles
- Experience with regulatory compliance processes and certification requirements for networking equipment
Leadership & Communication
- Excellent communication skills with ability to work effectively with software engineering teams
- Experience building collaborative relationships across engineering, product, and business teams
- Strong problem-solving skills with ability to coordinate resolution of cross-team issues
- Track record of driving alignment across diverse teams without direct management authority
- Customer-focused mindset with understanding of enterprise technology deployment challenges
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
- Experience with network management protocols (SNMP, NETCONF, OpenConfig)
- Background with DevOps practices and infrastructure automation in networking environments
- Knowledge of network virtualization, SDN, and intent-based networking concepts
- Previous experience with WiFi Alliance certification processes and regulatory compliance
- Understanding of network security frameworks and enterprise authentication systems (802.1X, RADIUS)
Key Success Metrics
- On-time delivery of coordinated software releases across all product lines
- Proactive identification and mitigation of program risks before they impact delivery
- Zero gaps in ownership or accountability for software deliverables across teams
- Improved cross-team collaboration and communication effectiveness
- Successful coordination of complex multi-team software initiatives and dependency management
Company Statement/Values
At NETGEAR, we are on a mission to unleash the full potential of connectivity with intelligent solutions that delight and protect. We turn ideas into innovative networking products that connect people, power businesses, and advance the way we live.We're a performance-driven, talented and connected team that's committed to delivering world-class products for our customers. As a company, we value our employees as the most essential building blocks of our success. And as teammates, we commit to taking our work to the
Next Gear by living our values: we
Dare to Transform
the future,
Connect and Delight
our customers,
Communicate Courageously
with each other and collaborate to
Win It Together
. You’ll find our values woven through our processes, present in our decisions, and celebrated throughout our culture.We strive to attract top talent and create a great workplace where people feel engaged, inspired, challenged, proud and respected. If you are creative, forward-thinking, passionate about technology and are looking for a rewarding career to make an impact, then you've got what it takes to succeed at NETGEAR. Join our network and help us shape the future of connectivity.
NETGEAR hires based on merit. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
