Engineer III, Software Development - Smart Switch-QA

The role

This person will design and configure network topologies based on customer requirements. They will work with Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols, multicast, and IP services across multiple vendor switches.

What you will do

• Design and configure network topologies based on customer requirements and use cases.
• Ensure optimal performance and reliability across wired and wireless infrastructures.
• Configure and troubleshoot VLANs, LACP, STP, RSTP, PVST, MSTP.
• Implement MLAG, vPC, and IGMP Snooping for redundancy and multicast optimization.
• Configure and maintain VRRP, OSPF, BGP for routing.
• Implement multicast protocols such as IGMP and PIM-SM.
• Manage DNS, NTP, DHCP services.
• Configure AAA frameworks including TACACS+ and RADIUS.
• Utilize SNMP for network monitoring and management.
• Work with CLI, SNMP, and UI across multiple vendor platforms.

Required qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience
• Strong hands-on experience with Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols
• Proficiency in multicast protocols and IP services
• Experience with multiple vendor switches (Cisco, Netgear, Juniper, etc.)
• Skilled in CLI, SNMP, and UI-based configuration
• Good understanding of PTP and AVB protocols
• Ability to design and implement complex network topologies
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills

Nice to have

• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent
• Experience in AV over IP environments
• Familiarity with network automation tools

About the company

NETGEAR is a performance-driven team that turns ideas into innovative networking products. They aim to unleash the full potential of connectivity with intelligent solutions.