About the Role
We are looking for a seasoned Senior QA Engineer with deep expertise in networking protocols and a passion for quality engineering. In this role, you will lead the validation of cutting-edge router and networking products, driving protocol compliance, interoperability testing, and test automation across L2/L3 feature sets.
You will collaborate closely with firmware, software, and hardware engineering teams to define test strategies, mentor junior engineers, and ensure that our products meet the highest standards of reliability and standards compliance before reaching customers.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans for L3 routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, RIPv2, and Static Routing on enterprise and consumer routers
Lead validation of WAN technologies including PPPoE, DHCP WAN, Static IP, and multi-WAN failover scenarios
Perform end-to-end testing of Firewall, NAT/PAT, DHCP, and DNS features across both IPv4 and IPv6 environments
Drive test automation initiatives using Python, Robot Framework, or equivalent frameworks
Conduct packet-level analysis using Wireshark and tcpdump to validate protocol behavior
Perform interoperability testing across multi-vendor environments
Mentor junior QA engineers and contribute to team capability building
Collaborate with cross-functional teams during design reviews and early-stage feature validation
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications
6+ years of relevant work experience
Hands-on experience with IPv6 (addressing, DHCPv6, SLAAC, dual-stack environments) — strong added advantage
Familiarity with VPN technologies (IPSec, OpenVPN, WireGuard)
Experience with VLAN other L2 protocols
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automated regression frameworks
Experience with embedded Linux or firmware-level debugging
Networking certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent) are a plus
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.
Skills Required
- Design and execute tests for L3 routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, RIPv2, Static Routing)
- Validate WAN technologies including PPPoE, DHCP WAN, Static IP, and multi-WAN failover
- End-to-end testing of Firewall, NAT/PAT, DHCP, and DNS across IPv4 and IPv6
- Drive test automation initiatives using Python and Robot Framework or equivalent
- Packet-level analysis using Wireshark and tcpdump
- Perform interoperability testing across multi-vendor environments
- Mentor junior QA engineers and contribute to team capability building
- 6+ years of relevant work experience
- Hands-on IPv6 experience (addressing, DHCPv6, SLAAC, dual-stack)
- Familiarity with VPN technologies (IPSec, OpenVPN, WireGuard)
- Experience with VLANs and other L2 protocols
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automated regression frameworks
- Experience with embedded Linux or firmware-level debugging
- Networking certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent)
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. 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.
