Staff Engineering Product Manager

Netgear

Taipei, Taiwan

Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for technical product managers with hands-on engineering experience who can manage cross-functional teams in the networking domain.

Best fit for

Technical product managers with hands-on engineering experience in networking hardware and firmware
— “Engineering background with significant hands-on HW design and review experience in product development”
Candidates with in-depth knowledge of Layer2 switching, Layer3 IP networking, and Wireless 802.11 standards
— “In depth domain knowledge in Layer2 switching, Layer3 IP networking and Wireless 802.11”
Individuals who can independently manage product development and resolve complex technical issues
— “Take overall responsibility for delivering the product to production; including requirements generation, hardware, firmware, documentation, regulatory testing and Agile release requirements, per Netgear policies.”
Candidates who can coordinate with multiple departments and ensure timely product approvals
— “Working with the PLM to get products approved at market. The engineer must manage the technical issues that arise during the approval process”

Things to consider

Must have strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Mandarin
— “Good communication skills, both written and verbal in English and Mandarin is a MUST.”
The role requires managing multiple stakeholders including ODMs, vendors, and internal teams
— “This position requires a close working relationship with the extended Netgear team, including QA, operations, sales, customer support, marketing and program management (PGM).”

How to stand out

Highlight experience in managing product development from design to market approval
— “Take overall responsibility for delivering the product to production; including requirements generation, hardware, firmware, documentation, regulatory testing and Agile release requirements”
Emphasize your ability to debug and resolve hardware and software issues independently
— “Ability to understand and debug/resolve hardware/software issues, strong attention to detail”
Demonstrate your track record in leading multi-disciplined development teams and delivering on time
— “Proven ability to lead a multi-disciplined development team”
Showcase your experience in working with ODMs and component vendors on product development
— “Manage the suppliers' (ODM, chip vendor, SW suppliers, etc.) product development process”
Demonstrate your ability to manage technical issues during product approval processes
— “Manage the technical issues that arise during the approval process and ensure a rapid resolution”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

product delivery to production
project management
product verification
customer and regulatory certification

Typical background

engineeringproduct managementnetworking

Skills & requirements

Required

Project ManagementTechnical OversightProduct DevelopmentAgile Methodologies

Preferred

NetworkingWireless TechnologyTeam Leadership

Stack & domain

Project ManagementTechnical OversightODM ManagementComponent Vendor ManagementProduct DevelopmentRegulatory TestingAgile Release RequirementsVerification TestingCustomer CertificationDocumentationTechnical SupportTechnology TrackingProduct RecommendationsCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingLeadershipNetworkingSwitchesApsRoutersLayer2 SwitchingLayer3 IP NetworkingWireless 802.11

About the role

Original posting from Netgear via Ashby

ROLE OVERVIEW
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 RESPONSIBILITIES
Take 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
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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.

Source: Netgear careers (Ashby)