WiFi SW Director
Core
Lead delivery of production WiFi capabilities across firmware, drivers, validation, and system integration for NETGEAR product lines.
Role type
Director, WiFi Engineering (Leadership)
Builds
WiFi firmware, drivers, validation suites, and system-integrated devices (clients, gateways, APs, embedded/IoT, PC, automotive)
Domain
Consumer Networking / Wireless Connectivity
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
WiFi 6/6E/7 standards, C/C++ embedded firmware, Linux/Android/Windows drivers, system integration, defect triage, root-cause analysis, lab automation, CI/regression modernization, cross-functional partnership, team scaling
Preferred skills
AI-driven tools and practices, OpenWrt/QSDK/Broadcom SDK/MediaTek SDK/prplOS, EasyMesh/802.11s, coexistence programming, RF constraints optimization
Technologies
C, C++, Linux, Android, Windows, OpenWrt, QSDK, Broadcom SDK, MediaTek SDK, prplOS, EasyMesh, 802.11s
Responsibilities
Lead WiFi engineering execution for platforms from feature delivery to release; Drive AI-centric network self-healing and autonomous networking initiatives; Own release readiness including quality gates and go/no-go reviews; Lead root-cause analyses for complex field issues; Own WiFi Alliance certification and interoperability campaigns; Drive lab automation and KPI dashboard development; Build and develop high-performing teams across global locations
Seniority
Director, hands-on leadership with people management