Engineer Software Development,III

Key ResponsibilitiesFeature Ownership: Take end-to-end ownership of medium-complexity switching features including VLAN management, link aggregation, and QoS implementationsBroadcom SDK Integration: Develop and maintain software components using Broadcom switching SDK and APIsProtocol Development: Implement network protocols such as RSTP, MSTP, IGMP snooping, and basic routing protocolsPerformance Optimization: Optimize switching software for packet processing performance and latency requirementsHardware Abstraction: Develop hardware abstraction layers for different Broadcom chipset families and switch platformsSystem Integration: Integrate switching features with management plane software and CLI interfacesCross-Platform Support: Ensure software compatibility across different switching platforms (10GB, 25GB, 100GB, 400GB)Debugging Complex Issues: Analyze and resolve complex switching software issues using hardware debugging toolsCode Reviews: Conduct thorough code reviews and mentor Engineer II team membersTechnical RequirementsAdvanced C Programming: Proficient in C programming with deep understanding of memory management, data structures, and embedded optimization techniquesBroadcom SDK: Hands-on experience with Broadcom switching SDK, BCM APIs, and ASIC programming conceptsNetwork Protocols: Solid understanding of L2/L3 protocols, switching algorithms, and packet processing pipelinesEmbedded Linux: Experience with embedded Linux development, kernel modules, and device driversReal-time Systems: Understanding of real-time constraints, interrupt handling, and system performance optimizationHardware Debugging: Proficiency with hardware debugging tools, oscilloscopes, and protocol analyzersSwitching Domain ExpertiseUnderstanding of switching architectures, forwarding tables, and ASIC pipeline programmingKnowledge of SME-focused switching features: simplified VLAN management, automated network segmentation, guest network isolation, and branch office connectivityUnderstanding of SME network management requirements including centralized configuration, automated policy deployment, and simplified troubleshootingBasic understanding of network management protocols (SNMP) and switch management architectures optimized for SME environmentsFamiliarity with switching performance metrics and optimization techniques for cost-sensitive SME deploymentsQualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering2-5 years of embedded software development experience1+ years of experience with network switching software or similar embedded networking systemsExperience with Broadcom or similar networking ASIC SDKs preferredStrong debugging skills and experience with embedded development toolsCompany 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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