SASE Desktop Client Senior SW Dev

NETGEAR is looking for a Senior Windows Desktop Agent Developer to drive the development of our Windows desktop client for a next-generation security platform. In this role, you will design and build secure, performant, and user-friendly Windows applications that enable access to critical cybersecurity features, including Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), VPN, Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), and other advanced network security capabilities.

As a Senior Windows Desktop Application Developer, you will work closely with backend, security, and product teams to deliver a seamless desktop experience integrated with NETGEAR’s security services. You will play a key role in ensuring that our application meets high standards for security, usability, and performance, and in setting the technical direction for the Windows client.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain secure and high-performance desktop applications for Windows as part of NETGEAR’s security platform.
• Design and implement advanced networking features such as VPN connectivity, secure tunneling, and ZTNA access using native Windows capabilities and VPN protocols like IPSec or WireGuard.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including backend engineers, product managers, UX/UI designers, and QA to define and implement desktop features.
• Ensure applications follow security best practices, protect user data, and comply with Windows guidelines for application signing, sandboxing, and secure installation.
• Write clean, modular, and testable code; own unit and integration test coverage using .NET test frameworks such as xUnit or NUnit; and drive automated testing and CI/CD pipelines for the desktop client.
• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and uphold strong engineering standards across the team.
• Stay current with the latest trends in Windows desktop application development, networking, and endpoint cybersecurity.

Required Qualifications:

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