Role Overview

Location: Cork - NETGEAR European headquarters

Work Model: Hybrid - 3 days onsite per week

Reporting to: Software Engineering Manager

Join NETGEAR’s new Centre of Excellence in Cork and help shape the future of connected experiences. As a Senior Cloud Engineer, you’ll design, build, and operate the cloud platform powering NETGEAR’s devices and subscription services. Your work will enable secure, scalable, and high-performance solutions for millions of users worldwide.

You’ll work with a modern cloud-native technology stack — including AWS, serverless computing, microservices, observability tooling, and AI-assisted development tools — while collaborating closely with our mobile app team, product, and embedded device teams to deliver integrated, cloud-connected experiences.

This hybrid role offers flexibility, with the expectation that you’ll spend at least three days per week in our Cork office, combining in-person collaboration with remote work.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the architecture, reliability, and scalability of NETGEAR’s next-generation cloud platform as we transform into a software-driven business.

Key Responsibilities:

Cloud Platform Engineering

Design, implement, and maintain highly scalable and resilient cloud infrastructure and backend services using AWS.
Build Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as AWS CDK, Terraform, or CloudFormation.
Leverage serverless architectures (e.g., AWS Lambda) and microservices for modular, maintainable solutions.

Service Development & Integration

Develop backend services in Node.js, TypeScript, Java, or Go (Go experience is an advantage).
Design APIs and event-driven integrations connecting cloud systems, IoT devices, and applications.
Apply software engineering best practices, including automated testing, continuous integration, and deployment.
Demonstrate strong ownership of code quality — writing, maintaining, and automating your own tests to ensure reliability and resilience.

Observability, Reliability & Performance

Implement and maintain monitoring, logging, and tracing using tools such as Datadog, AppDynamics, or New Relic.
Drive operational excellence by identifying and resolving system bottlenecks and improving fault tolerance.
Ensure high availability, resilience, and performance of production systems.

Automation, DevOps & AI Tools

Build automated CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar tools.
Champion DevOps practices and continuous delivery within engineering teams.
Utilize AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or Claude Code to accelerate development while maintaining code integrity.
Understand and articulate both the benefits and potential pitfalls of AI coding tools, applying them responsibly to improve productivity without compromising quality or security.

Security & Compliance

Apply AWS security best practices, including encryption and network security controls.
Collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance with internal and external standards.

Leadership & Collaboration

Provide mentorship and guidance to other engineers.
Partner with mobile, web, and firmware teams to deliver cohesive, cloud-connected experiences.
Take initiative and full ownership of projects from design through deployment and maintenance.

Required Qualifications:

B.Sc. in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
5+ years of experience in backend or cloud engineering roles, designing and operating large-scale cloud systems.
Hands-on experience with AWS services such as Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, RDS, ECS, and CloudWatch.
Proficiency in one or more programming languages: Node.js, TypeScript, or Java.
Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools such as AWS CDK, Terraform, or CloudFormation.
Deep understanding of distributed systems, event-driven architecture, and microservices.
Experience with observability platforms such as Datadog, AppDynamics, or New Relic.
Proven experience using AI coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code) and understanding their role in accelerating delivery responsibly.
Demonstrated ownership and accountability in delivering reliable, well-tested solutions.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience developing in Go.
Experience with IoT and connected device ecosystems.
Familiarity with container orchestration (Docker, ECS, EKS).
Knowledge of AWS networking and security design.
Experience in fast-paced, agile, or start up environments.
Passion for building scalable, user-focused cloud solutions that power real-world products.

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.

Senior Cloud Engineer

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