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Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Alarm.com is the leading cloud-based platform for smart security and the Internet of Things, serving over 7.6 million home and business owners.
$180,000 - $225,000
Embedded
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
10+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS · Cybersecurity
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Description For Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Alarm.com is a rapidly expanding technology company developing innovative cloud and device solutions across a wide range of cutting-edge technologies that provide a unified, connected service to millions of residential and commercial properties in the US and abroad. We are looking for a talented and passionate embedded software engineer for the Device Engineering team to help us define the future of the Internet-of-Things for residential and commercial properties by creating and integrating devices including security panels, networking gateways, and video cameras. You will be working with a team of talented engineers across a diverse set of technological backgrounds to design devices, build and manufacture hardware, architect and implement software, and collaborate in an agile and fast-paced environment.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of experience with embedded software development with Linux platforms.
  • Experience with board support packages, Linux kernel and drivers, and hardware bring-up.
  • Experience with C/C++ coding following scalable and efficient software architecture and design principles.
  • Familiarity with hardware peripherals such as UART, SPI, I2C, ADC, etc.
  • Experience with cross-compilation and development frameworks in platforms and environments such as Yocto, buildroot, OpenWRT, or Android.
  • Understanding of electronics and ability to read circuit schematics.
  • Experience with debugging tools such as JTAG, SWD, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
  • Knowledge of version control systems such as Git.
  • Experience with cryptography and specialized embedded processors a plus.
  • Experience or exposure with cameras or video devices

Responsibilities:

  • Work with other engineers to develop board support packages, platform frameworks, and embedded Linux applications using C/C++.
  • Work with electrical and mechanical engineers to design and manufacture embedded Linux devices.
  • Work with software engineers to design and implement features that interact with the cloud.
  • Work with product managers and quality engineers to ensure the products meet Alarm.com's standards.
  • Communicate effectively and collaborate with others to ensure the timely delivery of projects.

Why Work for Alarm.com:

  • Collaborate with outstanding people
  • Make an immediate impact
  • Gain well-rounded experience
  • Focus on fun
  • Work from the office 4 days a week

Alarm.com offers competitive pay and benefits including subsidized medical plan options, an HSA with generous company contribution, a 401(k) with employer match, paid holidays, wellness time, and vacation increasing with tenure. Paid maternity and bonding leave, company-paid disability and life insurance, FSAs, well-being resources and activities, and a casual dress work environment are also part of our outstanding total rewards package!

Last updated 8 months ago

Responsibilities For Staff Embedded Software Engineer

  • Work with other engineers to develop board support packages, platform frameworks, and embedded Linux applications using C/C++
  • Work with electrical and mechanical engineers to design and manufacture embedded Linux devices
  • Work with software engineers to design and implement features that interact with the cloud
  • Work with product managers and quality engineers to ensure the products meet Alarm.com's standards
  • Communicate effectively and collaborate with others to ensure the timely delivery of projects

Requirements For Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Linux
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years of experience with embedded software development with Linux platforms
  • Experience with board support packages, Linux kernel and drivers, and hardware bring-up
  • Experience with C/C++ coding following scalable and efficient software architecture and design principles
  • Familiarity with hardware peripherals such as UART, SPI, I2C, ADC, etc.
  • Experience with cross-compilation and development frameworks in platforms and environments such as Yocto, buildroot, OpenWRT, or Android
  • Understanding of electronics and ability to read circuit schematics
  • Experience with debugging tools such as JTAG, SWD, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
  • Knowledge of version control systems such as Git

Benefits For Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
401k
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Competitive pay
  • Subsidized medical plan options
  • HSA with generous company contribution
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid holidays
  • Wellness time
  • Vacation increasing with tenure
  • Paid maternity and bonding leave
  • Company-paid disability and life insurance
  • FSAs
  • Well-being resources and activities
  • Casual dress work environment

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