As a key member of the NETGEAR Taiwan Engineering Center, you will lead initiatives to ensure the security of our home wireless networking products. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with project management responsibilities, with a strong focus on resolving security issues in existing firmware and driving the design of new security software features. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to protect our products against emerging threats and maintain a high standard of security across our product lines.
This is a Hybrid role and requires to be in the Taipei office 3 days a week.
Key Responsibilities:
• Identify, investigate, and drive mitigation of security vulnerabilities in existing firmware in a timely and effective manner.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors, ODM partners, and in-house engineering teams to resolve security issues and coordinate timely delivery of solutions.
• Lead and coordinate the design and implementation of new security software features, ensuring alignment with current threat models and product architecture.
• Monitor the latest security trends, vulnerabilities, and threat intelligence, and assess their relevance to NETGEAR products.
• Provide expert guidance on secure design practices for both hardware and software development.
• Manage end-to-end project execution, from planning through delivery, ensuring milestones are met and cross-functional alignment is maintained.
• Track and report project status, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders.
• Contribute to process improvements that enhance security development and vulnerability response workflows.
Required Qualifications:
• Deep understanding of network security technologies and vulnerabilities, especially in the home networking space.
• Minimum 6 years of hands-on experience with firmware development, with a strong emphasis on security; background in home router development under Linux is highly preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in security-related roles, such as vulnerability assessment, secure design, or threat mitigation.
• Minimum 3 years of technical project management experience, preferably in the networking or security domain.
• Strong knowledge of secure coding practices and defensive programming.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and deliver results.
• Strong analytical skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to work independently and take full ownership of deliverables.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Collaborative mindset with a strong sense of initiative and teamwork.
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.
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What We Do
At NETGEAR, we turn ideas into innovative networking products that connect people, power businesses, and advance the way we live. Easy to use. Powerful. Smart. And designed just for you.
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.
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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.