Staff Engineer Software Development, II

NETGEAR, Inc.

Job Overview

Location

Chennai, India

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• As a Staff Engineer in Software Development II at NETGEAR, you will drive the technical architecture and strategic development of the cloud-based Network Management System (NMS) platform, combining deep networking expertise with full-stack engineering leadership to build enterprise-grade solutions that manage complex network infrastructures for a global customer base.
• This role is critical to advancing NETGEAR’s mission of unleashing the full potential of connectivity through intelligent, secure, and scalable networking solutions that delight customers and power businesses worldwide.
• You will design a scalable, multi-tenant platform architecture capable of managing thousands of network devices across diverse customer environments, ensuring reliability, performance, and seamless operation at enterprise scale.
• You will lead the development of AI/ML-powered network analytics, predictive maintenance, and automated troubleshooting capabilities, transforming raw telemetry into actionable insights for proactive network management.
• You will architect integrations with major network vendors’ management platforms (Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, Fortinet, etc.) and enterprise IT systems, enabling interoperability and unified control across heterogeneous network infrastructures.
• You will optimize platform performance for handling massive telemetry data streams from network devices, leveraging expertise in time-series databases, stream processing, and high-throughput data pipelines.
• You will design zero-trust security models for secure device access and customer data protection, ensuring compliance with enterprise security standards and safeguarding sensitive network information.
• You will lead the design of comprehensive APIs for network automation, third-party integrations, and customer workflows, enabling programmable control and extensibility of the NMS platform.
• You will develop edge gateway solutions for on-premises network management in hybrid deployments, bridging cloud capabilities with local network environments for flexible deployment options.
• You will architect solutions to support enterprise customers managing 10,000+ network devices, focusing on horizontal scalability, fault tolerance, and efficient resource utilization.
• You will provide technical leadership by mentoring engineering teams, establishing best practices for network software development, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• You will collaborate directly with enterprise customers to understand complex technical requirements and deliver custom integrations that address specific operational challenges and business goals.
• You will work within NETGEAR’s performance-driven, talented, and connected team, contributing to a culture that values daring transformation, customer delight, courageous communication, and collaborative success.
• In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of connectivity by building intelligent networking solutions that advance how people live, work, and interact with technology.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• 10–15 years of software development experience, with at least 5 years focused on network management systems (NMS) or similar enterprise networking platforms
• Deep expertise in enterprise networking technologies, including SDN/SD-WAN, network virtualization, and modern networking protocols, with hands-on experience managing or building systems for network operations centers (NOC)
• Proven experience with major network vendors (Cisco, Juniper, Aruba, Fortinet, etc.) and their management APIs, protocols, and integration frameworks
• Expert-level experience in distributed systems, microservices, event-driven architecture, and real-time stream processing (e.g., Kafka, Apache Storm) for handling high-volume network telemetry
• Demonstrated success in applying machine learning to network analytics, anomaly detection, and predictive maintenance use cases
• Strong background in performance optimization, including database tuning for time-series data and high-throughput metrics, as well as cloud networking (VPC, hybrid cloud) and security architecture

🏖️ Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge, enterprise-scale network management platforms that impact global customers and drive innovation in connectivity
• Leadership role with significant influence on technical direction, architecture, and mentorship within a talented engineering team
• Exposure to advanced technologies including AI/ML, edge computing, zero-trust security, and multi-vendor network integration
• Collaboration with enterprise customers and cross-functional teams to solve complex technical challenges
• Part of a mission-driven company committed to employee growth, innovation, and creating a workplace where people feel engaged, inspired, challenged, proud, and respected
• NETGEAR’s commitment to merit-based hiring and equal opportunity employment, ensuring a fair and inclusive environment for all qualified applicants

Skills & Technologies

Kafka

Senior

Hybrid

Degree Required

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About NETGEAR, Inc.

NETGEAR, Inc. designs and markets networking hardware for consumers, businesses, and service providers. The product line includes Wi-Fi routers, mesh systems, switches, and network-attached storage. Founded in 1996 in California, the company focuses on reliable connectivity, security, and remote management. NETGEAR sells through retail, e-commerce, and direct channels worldwide, addressing home networking, ProAV, and small-to-medium business segments.

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