Windows Desktop Client Developer
Posted 7 Oct 2026
Advertised as “SASE Desktop Client Senior SW Dev”
BranchFactor Summary
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- Expected experience
- 5–8 yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- Hybrid
- Contract
- Full-time
No salary listed for this role.
Field of studyComputer Science, Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Role Overview
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:
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Design, develop, and maintain secure and high-performance desktop applications for Windows as part of NETGEAR’s security platform.
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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.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams including backend engineers, product managers, UX/UI designers, and QA to define and implement desktop features.
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Ensure applications follow security best practices, protect user data, and comply with Windows guidelines for application signing, sandboxing, and secure installation.
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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.
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Conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and uphold strong engineering standards across the team.
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Stay current with the latest trends in Windows desktop application development, networking, and endpoint cybersecurity.
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
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5–8 years of professional experience in Windows desktop application development (C#, .NET, Win32, WPF).
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Hands-on experience with PowerShell scripting.
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Hands-on experience with Windows networking APIs and system-level frameworks, including Windows Filtering Platform (WFP) and WinINet.