Program Management Specialist

Netgear • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and proactive Program Manager (PGM) to drive the successful planning, execution, and delivery of NETGEAR’s networking products . This position plays a central role in coordinating both hardware New Product Introduction (NPI) and software/firmware development programs , ensuring seamless integration and execution across all product phases. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of program management experience , preferably within the networking, consumer electronics, or embedded systems industry , and a proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects. This role requires strong technical understanding, organizational excellence, and exceptional communication skills to align engineering, operations, and business objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Program Manager or Project Manager, ideally in networking, consumer electronics, or embedded system development.
• Proven success managing both hardware NPI and software/firmware programs through full product lifecycles.
• Strong understanding of product development and manufacturing processes, including EVT/DVT/PVT/MPphases.
• Familiarity with firmware development, software integration, and release management.
• Experience coordinating with ODM/JDM partners, global engineering teams, and contract manufacturers.
• Excellent project planning, problem-solving, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication abilities with a proactive and hands-on approach.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal)

Nice To Haves

• Technical background in networking products, embedded systems, or consumer hardware/software.
• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid development models.
• Experience with phase-gate or structured NPI processes (PRD, MRD, EVT/DVT/PVT/MP).
• PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.
• Strong interest in continuous improvement, metrics-driven management, and cross-domain collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional program execution for networking products—from concept through mass production.
• Drive project planning , milestone management , and risk mitigation , ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Collaborate with engineering teams (HW/SW/FW) , product management , and supply chain to align priorities and deliverables.
• Manage program schedules, dependencies, and resource allocation across multiple product lines.
• Facilitate effective communication among global teams, ODM partners, and vendors.
• Provide status reports , escalate key risks, and recommend mitigation strategies to leadership.
• Ensure strong process discipline , maintaining consistency in project execution and documentation.
• Support continuous improvement in program management practices and tools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees