As a member of the NFB Engineering team, you will be responsible for managing the development of NFB networking products including switches, APs and Routers.
The primary function of a Technical product development engineers at NETGEAR is project management and technical oversight. The Technical product development engineer manages the ODM or 3rd party company to ensure that products are delivered in a timely fashion to a high quality and in accordance with the NETGEAR procedures and systems. In addition, the engineer oversees the activities between the component vendors and the ODM. Within the NFB Engineering team, another important project management aspect is working with the PLM to get products approved at market. The engineer must manage the technical issues that arise during the approval process and ensure a rapid resolution by working with and through the PLM, support Engineers, ODMs and Component vendors.
Key Responsibilities Job ResponsibilitiesTake overall responsibility for delivering the product to production; including requirements generation, hardware, firmware, documentation, regulatory testing and Agile release requirements, per Netgear policies. It is expected that projects should be managed with minimal supervision.
Project management: Develop, publish and meet schedules, keep all stakeholders informed of product status at all times
Project Execution: Manage the suppliers' (ODM, chip vendor, SW suppliers, etc.) product development process, including all product develop related task review and optimization with ODM.
Product Verification: Manage verification testing of product features and performance, including compatibility/testing/verification issues with QA and support team.
Customer and regulatory Certification: Manage qualification of products with customers and standard body compliance.
Documentation: Provide input for manuals, help files, application notes and tech support web pages.
Support: Resolve any 3rd level technical support escalations. Work with Sale Engineers to solve issues and provide solutions to customer.
Track technology developments, supplier roadmaps, standards bodies and make product recommendations
Master's degree in CS or EE with at least 7 years' experience networking related product develop (RD) or management (PM).
In depth domain knowledge in Layer2 switching, Layer3 IP networking and Wireless 802.11.
Engineering background with significant hands-on HW design and review experience in product development.
Strong understanding of the development cycle and SQA processes of technology products, specifically test-driven development, able to track and resolve issues.
Effective organization, project management and coordination skills; ability to get the job done.
Ability and willingness to take ownership of product; get the job done with minimal supervision.
Teamwork: This position requires a close working relationship with the extended Netgear team, including QA, operations, sales, customer support, marketing and program management (PGM).
Good communication skills, both written and verbal in English and Mandarin is a MUST.
Experience working in a start-up environment. Self-starter that works well on a team. Proven ability to lead a multi-disciplined development team
Working knowledge of switch on both hardware/software.
Ability to understand and debug/resolve hardware/software issues, strong attention to detail and follow-through on outstanding issues and corrective actions
Adaptive to ever-changing situations and answer the challenges
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
- Master's degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering
- At least 7 years of networking-related product development or product management experience
- In-depth knowledge of Layer 2 switching, Layer 3 IP networking, and wireless 802.11
- Engineering background with hands-on hardware design and product development review experience
- Strong understanding of technology product development cycles and software quality assurance processes
- Knowledge of test-driven development and issue tracking and resolution
- Project management, organization, coordination, and stakeholder communication skills
- Ability to independently own and deliver products with minimal supervision
- Fluent written and verbal English and Mandarin
- Experience working in a startup environment
- Ability to lead a multidisciplinary product development team
- Working knowledge of switch hardware and software
- Ability to debug and resolve hardware and software issues
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Ownership programs feature an Employee Stock Purchase Plan and equity grants such as RSUs or stock options. Accessibility is reinforced by an ESPP with a defined discount and regular offering periods.
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