Responsibilities
- Own product-level architecture and technical direction for embedded C/C++ software across multiple concurrent projects.
- Define engineering standards, drive consensus on complex technical trade-offs, and lead product-level architecture decisions.
- Coordinate cross-functional project delivery with QE, SE, PM, and external partners, including deadline accountability and technical risk resolution.
- Develop, test, and debug embedded software on Linux-based platforms for security panels, networking gateways, and video cameras.
- Integrate and validate cellular, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Z-Wave, Zigbee, and Matter connectivity with the Alarm.com cloud platform.
- Integrate on-device sensors into embedded software and translate sensor data into reliable user-facing features.
- Mentor senior and junior engineers, define team processes, and promote modern development practices including AI-assisted tooling.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- At least 8 years of embedded software development experience with strong C/C++ proficiency on Linux-based platforms.
- Deep expertise with Linux platform build toolchains such as Yocto, buildroot, OpenWRT, or Android AOSP, including cross-compilation, kernel configuration, and BSP development.
- Experience with cellular technologies including LTE, Cat-M, and 5G; Wi-Fi; Ethernet; and IoT protocols including Z-Wave, Zigbee, and Matter.
- Ability to lead product-level architecture decisions, decompose complex system problems, and coordinate multi-project technical delivery.
- Strong communication skills, including explaining technical trade-offs to stakeholders and mentoring engineers at different experience levels.
Benefits
- Employees receive supplemental health and dental plans, a Health Spending Account with company contribution, an RRSP with employer match, paid holidays, wellness time, and vacation that increases with tenure.
- Additional benefits include paid maternity and parental leave, company-paid disability and life insurance, FSAs, well-being resources and activities, and a casual dress environment.
- Employees work from the office four days per week, subject to accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
- The company offers a collaborative, high-performing environment with opportunities for immediate responsibility, broad business exposure, and in-person team events.
About Alarm.com
Alarm.com is the leading platform for the intelligently connected property. Millions of people depend on Alarm.com's technology to monitor and control their property from anywhere. Centered on security and remote monitoring, our platform addresses a wide range of market needs and enables application-based control for a growing variety of Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Our security, video monitoring, intelligent automation and energy management solutions are available through our network of thousands of professional service providers in North America and around the globe. Alarm.com's common stock is traded on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol ALRM. Alarm.com earned the Top Workplace™ award for its employee culture and the meaningful work we do every day to develop and bring to market new technology that will make millions of people safer and help them use energy more efficiently. We’re seeking those who are passionate about creating change through technology and who want to make a lasting impact on the world around them. For more information, please visit www.alarm.com.